It’s a special invitation for Penelope Cruz.
The 52-year-old Spanish Oscar-winning actress will receive a special Tribute Award at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Cruz will be receiving the TIFF Special Tribute Award, presented by Chanel, alongside filmmaker Lee Chang-dong, Misty Green actress Rosalind Eleazar, CODA Oscar-winning filmmaker Siân Heder and French actress Isabelle Huppert
Cruz has two titles at this year’s fest: La Bola Negra and Florian Zeller’s Bunker. and she’ll be receiving the TIFF Special Tribute Award presented by Chanel.
Cruz took home a 2009 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Vicky Cristina Barcelona. C
Her upcoming projects include director Isabel Coixet’s adaptation of Elena Ferrante’s The Days of Abandonment, the thriller Day Drinker and Nancy Meyers’ untitled theatrical Christmas 2027 release.
The Special Tribute Award recognizes an individual who has made an extraordinary and unique contribution to the world of film, leaving a lasting legacy through their dedication and artistry.
Previous recipients include Lee Byung Hun, Zacharias Kunuk and Jafar Panahi (2025), Zhao Tao (2024), Andy Lau(2023), Dionne Warwick (2021) and David Foster (2019). Related Stories
“Now in its eighth year, the TIFF Tribute Awards celebrates some of cinema’s most exciting artists at an event dedicated to the transformative power of film,” said Cameron Bailey, TIFF CEO. “From the captivating performances of Isabelle Huppert, Penélope Cruz and Rosalind Eleazar to Lee Chang-dong and Siân Heder’s vital filmmaking, each has shown a profound impact on screen storytelling. It’s our privilege to recognize their achievements as we gather to celebrate another exceptional year in film and rally support for TIFF’s ongoing work.”
The TIFF Tribute Awards will take place on Sunday, September 13 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto.