Morgan Freeman, well known movie star, actor and all-around great guy was honored with the AFI Achievement Award for 2011. The ceremony, held at the Sony Studios in Culver City, California is on TV Land Network Sunday night for movie buffs to watch. Taped in front of a live audience, the award show highlights the life of this established actor.The 39th AFI Life Achievement Award Ceremony has Freeman’s colleagues lining up to pay their respects to the long career of the legend, with a festive evening tone in Los Angeles.
Clint Eastwood, Helen Mirren, Sidney Poitier, Mike Nichols, Matthew Broderick and Rita Moreno were some of the biggest names in the business who paid tribute to Morgan Freeman. Sharing stories of dedication and hard work, Freeman was praised for his efforts, and the evening reflected on his service in the entertainment business.
AFI honors the artists and their work through a variety of annual programs and special events, including the AFI Life Achievement Award and AFI Awards. For 39 years, the AFI Life Achievement Award has remained the highest honor for a career in film.
In addition to the accolades of the evening, movie clips of the performances of Morgan Freeman will be shown, Garth Brooks performs and a surprise guest, Betty White, shows up to give a performance to remember.
Take a look at the photo slide show of Morgan Freeman and his celebrity friends at the Sony Studios.
Clint Eastwood, Helen Mirren, Sidney Poitier, Mike Nichols, Matthew Broderick and Rita Moreno were some of the biggest names in the business who paid tribute to Morgan Freeman. Sharing stories of dedication and hard work, Freeman was praised for his efforts, and the evening reflected on his service in the entertainment business.
In addition to the accolades of the evening, movie clips of the performances of Morgan Freeman will be shown, Garth Brooks performs and a surprise guest, Betty White, shows up to give a performance to remember.
Take a look at the photo slide show of Morgan Freeman and his celebrity friends at the Sony Studios.
