- Sir Ridley Scott will miss the Governors Awards in Los Angeles after being advised not to fly following a “minor medical procedure” in London.
- The 88-year-old filmmaker was due to receive an honorary Oscar at the ceremony on 15 November in recognition of his contribution to cinema.
- Scott’s wife, children, and grandchildren will attend the event on his behalf, while the director will pre-record an acceptance speech.
- Despite a career spanning decades and four Academy Award nominations, Scott has never won an Oscar, previously stating that his health is far more important.
- Other honourees set to be celebrated at the event include actor Glenn Close, animator Floyd Norman, and producers Christine Vachon and Pamela Koffler.
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