Julia Roberts honored with a César d’honneur for her exceptional career
The Académie des César pays tribute to a cinema icon. For the 50ᵉ César ceremony, Julia Roberts will receive an honorary César. This distinction celebrates a career marked by iconic roles and international success .
Prestigious recognition
American actress Julia Roberts will receive an honorary César at the 50ᵉ César ceremony on February 28, 2025 at the Olympia in Paris. The award recognizes her outstanding contribution to world cinema.
A promising start
Born on October 28, 1967 in Smyrna, Georgia, Julia Roberts began her career with roles in “Mystic Pizza” (1988) and “Potins de femmes” (1989). Her performance in “Pretty Woman” (1990) propelled her to international stardom. Her performance as Vivian Ward earned her an Oscar nomination.
An Academy Award
In 2000, Roberts won the Oscar for Best Actress for “Erin Brockovich, Alone Against All”. She plays a single mother fighting against a polluting company. The role also won her a Golden Globe and a BAFTA.
A diverse filmography
Other notable films include “Coup de foudre à Notting Hill” (1999), “Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) and “Closer, entre adultes consentants” (2004). She demonstrates her versatility by alternating between romantic comedies and dramas.
Recent projects
More recently, Julia Roberts starred in “Ticket to Paradise” (2022) alongside George Clooney. She also starred in the series “Gaslit” (2022), exploring the Watergate scandal.
A dramatic impact on cinema
A lasting impact on cinema
His career was marked by collaborations with renowned directors and a constant presence at the box office. His charisma and talent continue to influence contemporary cinema.
The presentation of this honorary César at the ceremony presided over by Catherine Deneuve testifies to Julia Roberts’ lasting impact on the seventh art.
