Every year, celebrities from various fields are honored and recognized through a wide range of award ceremonies and charity events. These include everything from sports to music to activism. These events honor celebrities for not only entertaining us but also improving our world. This article will showcase some of the notable celebrities who have received recent honors.
The Grammy Awards are one of the highest honors in the music industry. Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa and Billie Eilish made history at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards in March 2021. They dominated the evening with a number of awards. Taylor Swift became the first woman to win the Album of the year category with her album Folklore. Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa and others were praised as well for their outstanding music contributions. Eilish won the Record of the Year award for her smash hit “Everything That I Wanted” and Dua lipa took home the Best Pop Vocal Album Award for “Future Nostalgia.”
Academy Awards are the most prestigious of the many awards that the film industry presents to recognize excellence in the field. The 93rd Annual Academy Awards in April 2021 will be remembered as a momentous occasion when diverse and international talent made history. After a 30-year-career, Chinese director Chloe Zhao was acclaimed for her independent films and became the only woman to win the Best Director Award for “Nomadland” after a 30-year-career. Also, “Nomadland,” which won Best Picture and Best Actress for its star Frances McDormand made history as the first woman of color to win this award.
TIME magazine curates an annual list of the 100 most influential individuals in the world. In 2021, several well-known celebrities were among the honorees. Prince Harry and Meghan, Duke and Duchess, of Sussex were recognized for their charitable efforts via their Archewell Foundation. Billie Eilish, a Grammy-winning singer and songwriter, was also honored for her efforts to fight body shaming through her music. Kate Winslet, a well-known actress who has been a critic of Hollywood beauty standards and for pushing boundaries in her roles, was also recognized.
Celebrities are also often recognized for their activism. TIME magazine recognized Lewis Hamilton for his use of his platform as a Formula One racing champ to fight racism and promote diversity in the sport. Angelina Jolie, an actress and activist, was also recognized for her humanitarian work – particularly her advocacy of refugees and her campaign to end sexual violence in conflict zones.
Ed Sheeran, Emma Corrin and other notable figures were also among the winners of the GQ Men of the Year Awards, which will be held in September 2021. Sheeran won the Solo Artist of The Year award after his release of “Bad Habits”. Corrin is best known as Princess Diana from Netflix’s “The Crown.” She won the Standout Performance Award for the year.
We often focus on the roles celebrities play on screen or stage. However, we must also remember the work that they do behind the scenes and off-screen. These varied and deserving accolades, which range from Grammys and Oscars to influential figures and human rights heroes, serve as a constant reminder that every celebrity leaves a positive mark on our society. The celebrities featured here, regardless of their field of expertise, have built solid reputations and proven their worth by their significant contributions. Their passion to make a difference and their quest for excellence continue to inspire millions of fans around the world.