Viola Davis to Receive Cecil B. DeMille Award at 2025 Golden Globes

Viola Davis will be honored with the Golden Globes’ Cecil B. DeMille award, joining the ranks of icons Walt Disney, Robert Redford and Oprah Winfrey.

Golden Globes president Helen Hoehn said, , “Viola’s courage in portraying complex, powerful characters has broken barriers and paved new paths, making her an emblem of excellence and an ideal recipient of this prestigious award.”

The iconic actress and activist was given a Golden Globe for her role in “Fences”, and has been nominated several other times.

Last year, Eddie Murphy was the recipient of the honor.

The Golden Globes will premiere Jan. 5, with nominations coming Dec. 9.