Extraordinary actress, singer, and author Julie Andrews finally received her Life Achievement Award from American Film Institute on Thursday, which was promised to her way back in 2019.

Since AFI was canceled for two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the actress had to wait to get a hold of her trophy.

On the red carpet of AFI's gala tribute held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, the 86-year-old expressed excitement and joy on receiving the honor.

She told AFP, "I didn't know or think that it would ever come."

She further added, "But it's just as well, because you can't go around expecting awards and things like that."&nbsp;

To conclude in a few words, she said, "When they asked me even two-and-a-half years ago -- and Covid is what kept us from doing it then -- I was gobsmacked."

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One interesting fact about the actress is that she was made a Dame by Queen Elizabeth II for her services in the field of acting and entertainment in 2000.&nbsp;

Back in 2010, she featured in the fantasy comedy family film 'Tooth Fairy'. The Michael Lembeck directorial also featured Dwayne Johnson and Ashley Judd.

Extraordinary actress, singer, and author Julie Andrews finally received her Life Achievement Award from American Film Institute on Thursday, which was promised to her way back in 2019.

Extraordinary actress, singer, and author Julie Andrews finally received her Life Achievement Award from American Film Institute on Thursday, which was promised to her way back in 2019. Since AFI was canceled for two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the actress had to wait to get a hold of her trophy. On the red carpet of AFI's gala tribute held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, the 86-year-old expressed excitement and joy on receiving the honor. She told AFP, "I didn't know or think that it would ever come." She further added, "But it's just as well, because you can't go around expecting awards and things like that." To conclude in a few words, she said, "When they asked me even two-and-a-half years ago -- and Covid is what kept us from doing it then -- I was gobsmacked." Also read: Jurassic World Dominion Twitter review: Netizens divided over Chris Pratt's film One interesting fact about the actress is that she was made a Dame by Queen Elizabeth II for her services in the field of acting and entertainment in 2000. Back in 2010, she featured in the fantasy comedy family film 'Tooth Fairy'. The Michael Lembeck directorial also featured Dwayne Johnson and Ashley Judd.

Julie Andrews receives AFI Life Achievement Award, says, 'I was gobsmacked'

The American Film Institute on Monday (25 JANURARY 2021) announced its top 10 films of the year, including Pixar’s jazz themed “Soul” and two of Chadwick Boseman’s final films: the August Wilson adaptation “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” and Spike Lee’s Vietnam drama “Da 5 Bloods,” both of which are Netflix films.

‘Soul,’ ‘Ma Rainey’s’ among AFI’s top 10 films of the year

A racism-themed romantic drama from longtime Beyonce collaborator Melina Matsoukas will kick off the American Film Institute's annual festival in Los Angeles this year, the body announced Tuesday.

The world premiere of 'Queen &amp; Slim' at the 33rd AFI Fest tells the story of a young black couple on an awkward first date who are pulled over for a minor traffic violation.

After the situation escalates and they kill the police officer in self-defence, the pair are forced to go on the run together.

Director Matsoukas has overseen a dozen Beyonce music videos including the provocative Grammy-winning "Formation," and was honoured by the pop superstar at the AFI's lifetime achievement gala event in June.

"She is holding up a mirror for people who look like you and me to see ourselves, saying, 'You are beautiful, and your stories matter'," Beyonce said of her "sister" Matsoukas.

The film also stars Daniel Kaluuya ('Get Out') and Chloe Sevigny ('Boys Don't Cry') and is written by Lena Waithe ('Master of None'.)

AFI Festivals director Michael Lumpkin said the movie "speaks, better than any film this year, to the effects of racism and violence in our country today."

The AFI Fest begins November 14 in Hollywood's TCL Chinese Theatre.

A racism-themed romantic drama from longtime Beyonce collaborator Melina Matsoukas will kick off the American Film Institute's annual festival in Los Angeles this year, the body announced Tuesday.

A racism-themed romantic drama from longtime Beyonce collaborator Melina Matsoukas will kick off the American Film Institute's annual festival in Los Angeles this year, the body announced Tuesday. The world premiere of 'Queen & Slim' at the 33rd AFI Fest tells the story of a young black couple on an awkward first date who are pulled over for a minor traffic violation. After the situation escalates and they kill the police officer in self-defence, the pair are forced to go on the run together. Director Matsoukas has overseen a dozen Beyonce music videos including the provocative Grammy-winning "Formation," and was honoured by the pop superstar at the AFI's lifetime achievement gala event in June. "She is holding up a mirror for people who look like you and me to see ourselves, saying, 'You are beautiful, and your stories matter'," Beyonce said of her "sister" Matsoukas. The film also stars Daniel Kaluuya ('Get Out') and Chloe Sevigny ('Boys Don't Cry') and is written by Lena Waithe ('Master of None'.) AFI Festivals director Michael Lumpkin said the movie "speaks, better than any film this year, to the effects of racism and violence in our country today." The AFI Fest begins November 14 in Hollywood's TCL Chinese Theatre.

Race film from Beyonce collaborator to open American Film Institute's fest

Musical drama 'A Star is Born,' superhero movie 'Black Panther' and horror flick 'A Quiet Place' were named as some of the 10 best films of 2018 by the American Film Institute on Tuesday. 
 
The top movies also included coming-of-age tale 'Eighth Grade' and family film 'Mary Poppins Returns,' as well as historical dramas 'BlacKkKlansman,' 'If Beale Street Could Talk,' 'The Favourite,''Green Book' and 'First Reformed.' 
 
The honours are among the first to be handed out during Hollywood`s awards seasons, which continues with Golden Globe nominations on Thursday through the Academy Awards in February.&nbsp; 
 
The group also gave a special award to black-and-white family drama 'Roma,' which did not meet criteria for the top 10 list of American films. 'Roma' was shot in Mexico and the dialogue is in Spanish. The movie is being shown on Netflix and in a limited number of theatres around the world.&nbsp; 
 
The AFI also named its top 10 TV series of the year. They were 'The Marvelous Mrs Maisel,' 'Succession,' 'Atlanta,' 'Pose,' 'The Americans,' 'The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story,' 'Barry,' 'Better Call Saul,' 'This is Us,' and 'The Kominsky Method.'

Musical drama 'A Star is Born,' superhero movie 'Black Panther' and horror flick 'A Quiet Place' were named as some of the 10 best films of 2018 by the American Film Institute on Tuesday.

Musical drama 'A Star is Born,' superhero movie 'Black Panther' and horror flick 'A Quiet Place' were named as some of the 10 best films of 2018 by the American Film Institute on Tuesday. The top movies also included coming-of-age tale 'Eighth Grade' and family film 'Mary Poppins Returns,' as well as historical dramas 'BlacKkKlansman,' 'If Beale Street Could Talk,' 'The Favourite,''Green Book' and 'First Reformed.' The honours are among the first to be handed out during Hollywood`s awards seasons, which continues with Golden Globe nominations on Thursday through the Academy Awards in February. The group also gave a special award to black-and-white family drama 'Roma,' which did not meet criteria for the top 10 list of American films. 'Roma' was shot in Mexico and the dialogue is in Spanish. The movie is being shown on Netflix and in a limited number of theatres around the world. The AFI also named its top 10 TV series of the year. They were 'The Marvelous Mrs Maisel,' 'Succession,' 'Atlanta,' 'Pose,' 'The Americans,' 'The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story,' 'Barry,' 'Better Call Saul,' 'This is Us,' and 'The Kominsky Method.'

'Black Panther,' 'Star is Born' among American Film Institute's top films of 2018

Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s biopic ‘On the Basis of Sex’ is set to open the 32nd American Film Institute fest (AFI). The film is directed by AFI alumna Mimi Leder as it follows the life of a young Ruth, who negotiates one of her earliest cases, Weinberger v. Wiesenfeld, before her time on the Supreme Court.&nbsp;

‘On the Basis of Sex’ stars Felicity Jones as Ruth, alongside Armie Hammer, Justin Theroux, Jack Reynor, Cailee Spaeny, Sam Waterston and Kathy Bates. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/on-the-basis-of-sex-trailer-felicity-jones-takes-on-the-american-judiciary--152435">Watch the trailer here.&nbsp;</a>

On the honour, Mimi said, “As one of the first women ever admitted to the AFI Conservatory, it is particularly meaningful to me that ‘On the Basis of Sex’ will open AFI Fest 2018. My time at the Conservatory was a life-changing experience and informed my creative journey. I am forever grateful.”

She added, “The origin story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, in this 25th anniversary year of her appointment to the Supreme Court, couldn’t come at a more important moment in our history nor be shown at a more relevant place than AFI Fest, a symbol of artistic integrity and the enduring power of cinema. I hope girls and young women, in particular, will see the film and find inspiration to realize their own unlimited potential.”

The opening night screening will take place on November 8 at the TCL Chinese Theatre. The fest runs from November 8 to 15.&nbsp;

Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s biopic ‘On the Basis of Sex’ is set to open the 32nd American Film Institute fest (AFI). The film is directed by AFI alumna Mimi Leder as it follows the life of a young Ruth, who negotiates one of her earliest cases, Weinberger v.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s biopic ‘On the Basis of Sex’ is set to open the 32nd American Film Institute fest (AFI). The film is directed by AFI alumna Mimi Leder as it follows the life of a young Ruth, who negotiates one of her earliest cases, Weinberger v. Wiesenfeld, before her time on the Supreme Court. ‘On the Basis of Sex’ stars Felicity Jones as Ruth, alongside Armie Hammer, Justin Theroux, Jack Reynor, Cailee Spaeny, Sam Waterston and Kathy Bates. Watch the trailer here. On the honour, Mimi said, “As one of the first women ever admitted to the AFI Conservatory, it is particularly meaningful to me that ‘On the Basis of Sex’ will open AFI Fest 2018. My time at the Conservatory was a life-changing experience and informed my creative journey. I am forever grateful.” She added, “The origin story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, in this 25th anniversary year of her appointment to the Supreme Court, couldn’t come at a more important moment in our history nor be shown at a more relevant place than AFI Fest, a symbol of artistic integrity and the enduring power of cinema. I hope girls and young women, in particular, will see the film and find inspiration to realize their own unlimited potential.” The opening night screening will take place on November 8 at the TCL Chinese Theatre. The fest runs from November 8 to 15.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg biopic ‘On The Basis of Sex’ to open American Film Institute fest