Spielberg honoured for human rights work
November 3rd, 2009
London, Nov 3 (IANS) Hollywood filmmaker Steven Spielberg has been honoured by the Anti-Defamation League for his work in human rights.
The Oscar-winning filmmaker, 62, will be presented with America’s Democratic Legacy Award at the league’s annual Los Angeles fundraiser Dec 9, reports contactmusic.com.
Executives have hailed the “Schindler’s List” maker as a “true champion of human rights” for his contributions to film and television, in addition to his philanthropic endeavours.
“American Idol” runner-up Adam Lambert and Israeli singer Noa Dori will be performing at the event.
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