Harrison Ford teared up as he emotionally accepted the Life Achievement honor at the 32nd Annual Actor Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday.
The 83-year-old star – who was accompanied by doting wife Calista Flockhart during the festivities – gave a sweet tribute to the actress whom he tied the knot with in 2010.
Ford was presented the special award by close friend Woody Harrelson, who described the Star Wars alum as an ‘iconic actor’ that has ‘an indescribable energy he brings to everything he does.’
At one point, Ford expressed gratitude to his ‘extraordinary, beautiful wife’ as well as his family.
The camera quickly jumped to the Ally McBeal actress as she lovingly watched her husband on stage with tears in her eyes.
‘Who have given me love and courage through all of it,’ he continued as the star-studded audience broke out into applause.
Harrison Ford, 83, teared up as he emotionally accepted the Life Achievement honor at the 32nd Annual Actor Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday
At one point, Ford expressed gratitude to his ‘extraordinary, beautiful wife’ as well as his family
Shortly before stepping onto the stage, Ford and Flockhart were seen also sharing a loving kiss.
As he addressed the cheering crowd, the star became choked up as he reflected on his decades-long career in the entertainment career and called himself a ‘lucky guy.’
‘I feel incredibly grateful for this kind attention, but to be clear, I’m also quite humbled,’ he began.
‘I’m in a room of actors, many of whom are here because they’ve been nominated to receive a prize for their amazing work,’ the actor said, before jokingly adding, ‘Well, I’m here to receive a prize for being alive.’
He continued to make the audience laugh as he explained that it felt strange to receive such an award at the ‘half point’ in his career.
‘I’m still a working actor,’ he continued during his moving, seven-minute speech.
Ford explained that his career in Hollywood did not come easy and ‘struggled’ for many years.
He then gave credit to those who helped him including George Lucas and Steve Spielberg.
Ford was presented the special award by close friend Woody Harrelson , who described the Star Wars alum as an ‘iconic actor’ that has ‘an indescribable energy he brings to everything he does’
Shortly before stepping onto the stage, Ford and Flockhart were seen also sharing a loving kiss
‘I feel incredibly grateful for this kind attention, but to be clear, I’m also quite humbled,’ he began
‘I’m in a room of actors, many of whom are here because they’ve been nominated to receive a prize for their amazing work,’ the actor said, before jokingly adding, ‘Well, I’m here to receive a prize for being alive’
Ford paused with tears in his eyes before recalling how he had been ‘a little lost’ in college before coming across ‘the company of people putting on plays, storytellers, people I once thought were misfits and geeks turned out to be my people.’
He discovered that his passion was through the magic of ‘storytelling’ and added with emotion that ‘the work I do with other actors is one of the great joys of my life.’
The Blade Runner star also talked about the ‘incredible’ people he has worked and collaborated with during his career.
‘It’s been a tough business to get into and a tough business to get out of, thank God,’ he quipped, causing the audience – who also had tears in their eyes – to let out laughs.
‘Sometimes we make entertainment, sometimes we make art. Sometimes we’re lucky to make them both at the same time, and if we’re really fortunate, we also get to make a living doing it.’
Ford added that ‘success in this business brings a certain freedom that comes with responsibility to support each other.
‘To lift others up when we can, to keep the door open for the next kid, the next lost boy who’s looking for a place to belong.’
The star took a second to pause and after letting out a deep breath, he admitted that he was ‘indeed a lucky guy.’
‘Lucky to have found my people, lucky to have work that challenges me, lucky to still be doing it. And I don’t take that for granted.’
He discovered that his passion was through the magic of ‘storytelling’ and added with emotion that ‘the work I do with other actors is one of the great joys of my life’
‘Lucky to have found my people, lucky to have work that challenges me, lucky to still be doing it. And I don’t take that for granted,’ he added
In conclusion, Ford also shared his gratitude to SAG-AFTRA for the Life Achievement honor and humorously added that it was ‘very encouraging’
The couple celebrated Ford’s special honor with a kiss as the crowd applauded during the ceremony
In conclusion, Ford also shared his gratitude to SAG-AFTRA for the Life Achievement honor and humorously added that it was ‘very encouraging.’
He then proudly picked up the award as the audience jumped to their feet to give the Hollywood actor a roaring applause.
Ford has taken on a number of roles over the years such as the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchise.
Other projects he has starred in are Apocalypse Now (1979), Blade Runner (1982), The Fugitive (1993) as well as the series Shrinking.
Harrelson presented his ‘buddy’ Ford the honor with a speech that highlighted his achievements not just in entertainment but in his personal life as well.
‘I’m here to celebrate one of the greatest actors of all time, who has made so many classic films and among his peers he is truly and deeply beloved… Leo DiCaprio – sorry!’ he joked.
‘Harrison Ford,’ he quickly amended as the camera cut to Ford laughing along with the crowd.
‘Harrison, you have more talent in your little finger than I have in my little finger,’ Harrelson added.
Harrelson presented his ‘buddy’ Ford the honor with a speech that highlighted his achievements not just in entertainment but in his personal life as well
‘Harrison, you have more talent in your little finger than I have in my little finger,’ Harrelson added
In response, the Star Wars actor lifted up his pinkie into the air followed by a swift nod.
‘Of all the actors in the world, you’re one of them! Everyone in this industry knows you,’ the True Detective star continued, causing the crowd to laugh again as Ford lifted his eyebrows at the speech.
Harrelson then joked how he had not been Ford’s first choice to present the honor, but was below Helen Mirren and Kamala Harris who could not do it.
Some of Harrelson’s jokes drew a few laughs which caused the star to humorously say that he was addressing a ‘tough’ crowd.
Elsewhere, he applauded Ford’s ‘timeless’ performances and added that projects are ‘in the hands of a master’ when he takes on a role.
Elsewhere, he applauded Ford’s ‘timeless’ performances and added that projects are ‘in the hands of a master’ when he takes on a role
After a montage of the star’s movies played, Harrelson said, ‘I realize there is too much of me in this tribute to Harrison, but I’m an actor. What do you expect?
‘And I have a dual purpose to honor my friend, the esteemed living legend, Harrison Ford, and to discourage any other friend of mine asking me to do this again.’
He then excitedly gave a final shout out to his ‘dear buddy’ before Ford strolled to the stage.
Ford showed his appreciation to Harrelson and quipped, ‘Thank you for that restricted introduction.’ He also added that he is ‘proud’ to call Harrelson his friend.
Actor Awards 2026 nominees
FILM
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY A CAST IN A MOTION PICTURE
Frankenstein (Netflix)
Hamnet (Focus Features)
Marty Supreme (A24)
One Battle After Another (Warner Bros)
Sinners (Warner Bros)
The cast of Leonardo DiCaprio flick One Battle After Another is up for the biggest prize of the night
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE
Jessie Buckley – Hamnet
Rose Byrne – If I Had Legs I’d Kick You
Kate Hudson – Song Sung Blue
Chase Infinity – One Battle After Another
Emma Stone – Bugonia
Jessie Buckley is up for Best Female Actor in a Leading Role for Hamnet
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE
Timothée Chalamet – Marty Supreme
Leonardo DiCaprio – One Battle After Another
Ethan Hawke – Blue Moon
Michael B. Jordan – Sinners
Jesse Plemons – Bugonia
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE
Miles Caton – Sinners
Benicio Del Toro – One Battle After Another
Jacob Elordi – Frankenstein
Paul Mescal – Hamnet
Sean Penn – One Battle After Another
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE
Odessa A’zion – Marty Supreme
Ariana Grande – Wicked: For Good
Amy Madigan – Weapons
Wunmi Mosaku – Sinners
Teyana Taylor – One Battle After Another
Amy Madigan was recognized for her work in Weapons
OUTSTANDING STUNT ENSEMBLE IN A MOTION PICTURE
F1 (Apple Original Films)
Frankenstein (Netflix)
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (Paramount) – WINNER
One Battle After Another (Warner Bros)
Sinners (Warner Bros)
TELEVISION
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY AN ENSEMBLE IN A DRAMA SERIES
The Diplomat (Netflix)
Landman (Paramount+)
The Pitt (HBO Max)
Severance (Apple TV)
The White Lotus (HBO)
The Pitt hopes to continue their successful awards season run
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES
Sterling K. Brown – Paradise
Billy Crudup – The Morning Show
Walton Goggins – The White Lotus
Gary Oldman – Slow Horses
Noah Wyle – The Pitt
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES
Britt Lower – Severance
Parker Posey – The White Lotus
Keri Russell – The Diplomat
Rhea Seehorn – Pluribus
Aimee Lou Wood – The White Lotus
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY AN ENSEMBLE IN A COMEDY SERIES
Abbott Elementary (ABC)
The Bear (FX/Hulu)
Hacks (HBO Max)
Only Murders in the Building (Hulu)
The Studio (Apple TV)
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A COMEDY SERIES
Ike Barinholtz – The Studio
Adam Brody – Nobody Wants This
Ted Danson – Inside Man
Seth Rogen – The Studio
Martin Short – Only Murders in the Building
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A COMEDY SERIES
Kathryn Hahn – The Studio
Catherine O’Hara – The Studio
Jenna Ortega – Wednesday
Jean Smart – Hacks
Kristen Wiig – Palm Royale
Jean Smart was recognized for her work in Hacks once again
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION MOVIE OR LIMITED SERIES
Jason Bateman – Black Rabbit
Owen Cooper – Adolescence
Stephen Graham – Adolescence
Charlie Hunnam – Monster: The Ed Gein Story
Matthew Rhys – The Beast In Me
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION MOVIE OR LIMITED SERIES
Claire Danes – The Beast In Me
Erin Doherty – Adolescence
Sarah Snook – All Her Fault
Christine Tremarco – Adolescence
Michelle Williams – Dying For Sex
OUTSTANDING STUNT ENSEMBLE IN A TELEVISION SERIES
Andor (Disney+)
Landman (Paramount+)
The Last of Us (HBO) – WINNER
Squid Game (Netflix)
Stranger Things (Netflix)
