The 26th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival Honors, which showcased Variety’s 10 Actors to Watch and presented the Legends and Groundbreakers Award to Scarlett Johansson, will be airing on PBS SoCal on Monday at 7:30 pm. For those who miss the broadcast, the event can also be streamed on the PBS SoCal website.
The Honors program featured speeches and interviews with other esteemed honorees such as Mark Hamill, Noah Schnapp, and Diane Lane. Recorded at the Balboa Bay Resort by Visit Newport Beach in October, the event highlighted the outstanding achievements of these talented individuals in the entertainment industry.
One of the highlights of the evening was the recognition of the 10 Actors to Watch, a prestigious list that has seen over 35 actors go on to receive Academy Award nominations or wins. This year’s honorees included Chase Infiniti, known for her role in “One Battle After Another,” who expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work with industry veterans like Paul Thomas Anderson and Leonardo DiCaprio.
Another standout from the list was Miles Caton, who made his film debut in the acclaimed film “Sinners” and shared his surprise at the positive reception to his performance. The event also paid tribute to Brendan Fraser, who received the Icon Award for his contributions to the film industry.
Other actors recognized as part of the 10 Actors to Watch included Milly Alcock, Ella Anderson, Edmund Donovan, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, Jay Lycurgo, Guillaume Marbeck, and Tonatiuh. Past alumni of the list were also celebrated, with Tessa Thompson, Jenny Slate, and Kerry Condon receiving special awards for their outstanding achievements in acting.
The evening concluded with the presentation of the Legends and Groundbreakers Award to Scarlett Johansson, who reflected on the importance of paving the way for future female directors with her directorial debut, “Eleanor the Great.” Her words emphasized the need for more women in leadership roles within the film industry.
For those who missed the live broadcast, the 26th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival Honors can be streamed on the PBS SoCal website. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness the celebration of these talented individuals and their significant contributions to the world of entertainment.
