Veteran actress Glenn Close will receive AARP’s Movies for Grownups Career Achievement Award in January for her achievements over five decades in Hollywood. The award recognizes Close’s work challenging ageist stereotypes and her contributions to films appealing to audiences over 50.
Close, now 77 years old, began acting in movies at age 35 and immediately received an Oscar nomination for her first role. Since then, she has starred in iconic films such as “The Big Chill,” “Fatal Attraction,” and the Oscar-winning “Dangerous Liaisons.” Close’s groundbreaking role in 1983’s “The Big Chill” focused on baby boomers experiencing aging, making it an early blockbuster on the topic.
Close continues to show her versatility with roles in upcoming projects. She acts alongside stars like Kim Kardashian and Sarah Paulson in Ryan Murphy’s legal drama “All’s Fair” for Hulu. Close also appears in the Netflix film “The Deliverance” and the new “Knives Out” mystery movie slated for 2025.
Martha Boudreau, executive vice president at AARP, says Close’s career has challenged Hollywood stereotypes by showing her “steady successes” in roles across many decades. Close will accept the award at a January 11 ceremony in Beverly Hills to be hosted by Alan Cumming. The ceremony aims to celebrate films appealing to older audience members and combat ageism.
Proceeds from the award show benefit AARP Foundation programs addressing senior poverty. Previous Movies for Grownups award honorees include Jamie Lee Curtis, George Clooney, and Lily Tomlin. Close joins these esteemed actors recognized for achievements representing maturity in the industry.
