Jennifer Fox Returns to Produce the 15th Governors Awards

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced that Oscar®-nominated producer Jennifer Foxwill will return to produce at the 15th Governors Awards on November 17, 2024, at the Ray Dolby Ballroom in Ovation Hollywood. This marks her sixth time producing the prestigious event.

The Governors Awards will honor:

Quincy Jones and Juliet Taylor – Honorary Oscars® for lifetime achievement.
Richard Curtis – Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award for his humanitarian contributions.
Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli – Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award for exceptional production achievements.

Jennifer Fox’s Legacy:

Fox, known for producing acclaimed films such as “Michael Clayton,” “Nightcrawler,“ and “The Last Duel,“ brings decades of industry expertise to the role. Her collaborations span industry giants like Steven Soderbergh and George Clooney through their production company Section Eight.

The Governors Awards, presented in partnership with Rolex, celebrate exceptional contributions to cinema and society, reinforcing the Academy’s commitment to honoring excellence in the motion picture arts and sciences.

Jennifer is an exemplary producer, and we are delighted to welcome her back to the Governors Awards for a sixth time,” said Yang. “Her expertise is unmatched, and we’re looking forward to a joyous event paying tribute to the achievements of Richard Curtis, Quincy Jones, Juliet Taylor, Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.

I’m thrilled to produce this special event for the Academy for another year,” said Fox. “It’s truly a highlight to honor the careers of such talented individuals and help kick off Oscar season.

Jennifer Fox arrives at the 14th Governors Awards in the Ray Dolby Ballroom at Ovation Hollywood on Tuesday, January 9, 2024

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ABOUT THE ACADEMY OF MOTION PICTURE ARTS AND SCIENCES

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is home to a global membership of more than 10,500 of the most accomplished film industry artists and leaders. The Academy recognizes and celebrates all aspects of the arts and sciences of moviemaking through renowned awards for cinematic achievement, including the Oscars®. With the largest film-related collection in the world, the Academy is a leader in the fields of conservation, preservation and exhibition of film-related objects and materials. Through its Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, the Academy presents powerful exhibitions, screenings and programs about cinema’s past, present, and future. The Academy also inspires young artists and creates opportunities for underrepresented communities to engage with the film world. Across all initiatives, the Academy connects global audiences – its members, the film industry, and film fans – through their shared passion for making and watching films.

ABOUT ROLEX AND CINEMA

For many decades, Rolex has maintained close ties with the world of cinema. Its watches have played a role in numerous films, including Oscar®-winning masterpieces. The company promotes excellence, encourages the preservation and transmission of the cinematic arts and celebrates progress by accompanying cinema legends and budding talents: through Testimonees such as Martin Scorsese, James Cameron and Jia Zhang-ke, its partnership with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Rolex mentoring programme for talented young filmmakers. Rolex has partnered with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences since 2017, serving as Proud Sponsor of the Oscars®, hosting the event’s Greenroom, while also supporting the Governors Awards, known for recognizing lifetime achievement and humanitarian efforts in the film industry. To assist in the preservation of film history for future generations, Rolex became a Founding Supporter of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles and a partner of The Film Foundation. Through its support of the film industry, Rolex champions excellence, the perpetuation of knowledge, the conservation of the art of filmmaking and the rise of new talent.