Bette Midler will be honored with the Distinguished Collaborator Award at the 25th CDGA (Costume Designers Guild Awards) on February 27.
She will be joined by Angela Bassett (Spotlight Award recipient), Deborah L. Scott (Career Achievement Award) and costume designer Rachel M. Stanley (Distinguished Service Award).
Midler said, “In my long career, I’ve had the privilege of working with some of the greatest costume designers of all time in the world of stage and film. It’s been a wild ride, and I’m glad they gave me this opportunity. of the year. I truly owe them everything. I look forward to thanking each and every one of them. All brilliant.”
“This is an exciting year of awards for us at the Guild,” added Terri Gordon, Guild President. “Not only are we celebrating our milestone 25th CDGA, but we are also celebrating an extraordinary group of talented women. are doing the honors, a group that now includes the radiant Bette Midler. All of our illustrious honorees are leaders, amazing colleagues, glass ceiling breakers and proven icons in their craft and craft. We are proud to stand alongside them to celebrate their achievements, and we look forward to celebrating an amazing gathering of talent!”
The Distinguished Collaborator Award honors individuals who demonstrate unwavering support of costume design and creative partnerships with costume designers. Midler joins past recipients including Shonda Rhimes, Adam McKay, Ryan Murphy, Meryl Streep, Quentin Tarantino and Guillermo del Toro.
As previously announced, CDGA nominees include “Avatar: The Way of Water,” “Glass Owen: A Night Out Mystery,” “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Elvis.”
This year’s event will be held at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles.
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