26th Annual American Cinematheque Award Annual Benefit Gala

Ben Stiller was recipient of the 26th Annual American Cinematheque Award. He was toasted by friends and colleagues at the American Cinematheque’s annual benefit gala at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills in the International Ballroom.

Ben Stiller © Michael Germana

"The American Cinematheque is extremely pleased to honor Ben Stiller as the 26th recipient of the American Cinematheque award at our celebration this year," said Rick Nicita, American Cinematheque Chairman. "Ben Stiller is a comedy icon whose wide-ranging talents include acting, directing, writing and producing. He entertains us in front of the camera with unforgettable performances in groundbreaking comedies such as THERE'S SOMETHING ABOUT MARY and franchises like MEET THE PARENTS and A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM. As a director/actor/writer/producer, he gave us the outrageously funny TROPIC THUNDER and we can look forward to THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY next year. His active production company makes movies that span the genres. To sum it up, Ben Stiller is already a renaissance man of comedy and he's going to be sharing his talents with us for years to come."

Stiller was the unanimous choice of the Cinematheque Board of Directors selection committee, which since 1986, has annually honored an extraordinary artist (actor, director or writer) in the entertainment industry, who is fully engaged in his or her work and is committed to making a significant contribution to the art of the motion picture. Funds raised benefit the year-round programming of the non-profit cultural organization, the American Cinematheque.

Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor © Michael Germana

"I think it's going to be a lot of jokes, which it should be!" Stiller, 46, said. "It's going to be horrific, I'm sure!" he also said "It's really nice to be honored by this and I'm really grateful," finishing up with "I feel unworthy of the whole thing."

Christine Taylor

Stiller's wife, actress Christine Taylor, added, "I think he's the hardest working person in show business, so I am so on board! I'm so happy he gets a minute to stop and celebrate."

Justin Theroux, Jennifer Aniston © Michael Germana

 
 Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux made their second official appearance since getting engaged on Theroux's 41st birthday Aug. 10.

Aniston wore head-to-toe Valentino and flashed her $500,000 engagement ring as she posed with her betrothed on the red carpet.





 
Some of the other celebrities who helped Ben celebrate included:

Laura Dern                                                         Martin Short

Laura Dern © Michael Germana

Martin Short © Michael Germana

    

Patton Oswalt © Michael Germana

 Eugene Levy

                                            Patton Oswalt

Eugene Levy © Michael Germana

   

Eugene Levy, Ben Stiller, Martin Short © Michael Germana

35th Annual Gracie Awards Gala

Tuesday May 25, 2010 THE ALLIANCE FOR WOMEN IN MEDIA BEVERLY HILTON HOTEL , BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA The Alliance of Women in Media, formerly known as American Women in Radio and Television (AWRT), will honor the 2010 National Award winners at the 35th Annual Gracie Awards Gala. The Gracie Awards named for radio and television pioneer Gracie Allen, recognize exemplary programming created for women, by women, and about women in all facets of media, including radio, television, cable and new media. The Gracies are presented by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation which supports educational programs, charitable activities, public service campaigns and scholarships to benefit the public and women in the media. The Gracie Awards, established in 1975, honor programming and individuals of the highest caliber in all facets of radio, television, cable and digital media, including news, drama, comedy, commercials, public service, documentary and sports. Click Here for more info on the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation
Maria Menounos	Lisa Edelstein	AnnaLynne McCord
	Jessica Simpson
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American Cinematheque’s 2010 Award Show Honoring Matt Damon

Saturday March 27, 2010 AMERICAN CINEMATHEQUE BEVERLY HILTON HOTEL, BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA The American Cinematheque Award is presented annually to an extraordinary artist currently making a significant contribution to the art of the Moving Picture. This was their 24th Award Presentation. Proceeds from this annual tribute fund the year-round community film programs of the American Cinematheque, the non-profit viewer-supported arts organization that preserves the historic 1922 Egyptian Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard and the 1940 Aero Theatre on Montana Avenue in Santa Monica. The American Cinematheque’s public programming celebrates the art of the moving picture in all of its forms -- from the classics, to American independents, the latest international productions, documentaries, shorts, animation, and experimental projects. Series are highlighted by screenings of rare works, special prints and audience discussions with filmmakers. The Cinematheque is dedicated to preserving the movie-going experience -- presenting films on the big screen, as they were meant to be seen and heard. For more info click here http://www.americancinematheque.com/
Matt Damon	Ben Affleck and Matt Damon	Ben Affleck
Olivia Wilde	Tom Luddy	Paula Wagner
Patty McCormack	Jimmy Kimmell	Stacy Keibler
Kate Clarke	Joanna Kaye and Paul Greengrass	Charlize Theron
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14th Annual Art Directors Guild Awards

February 13, 2010 ART DIRECTORS GUILD BEVERLY HILTON HOTEL, BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA The Art Directors Guild is a local union of the International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees (IATSE) representing approximately 2,000 motion picture and television professions based in the Western United States. Local 800 is also known as the ADG. “The Hurt Locker,” “Avatar” and “Sherlock Holmes” were honored by the Art Directors Guild for excellence in production design Saturday night. Karl Júlíusson won for contemporary film for “The Hurt Locker” at the gala ceremony at the International Ballroom of the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Sarah Greenwood won for period film for “Sherlock Holmes,” and Rick Carter and Robert Stromberg received the award for fantasy film for “Avatar.” On the television front, Joseph P. Lucky won in half-hour single camera for the “Ducks and Tigers” episode of “Weeds,” Dan Bishop won in one-hour single camera series for the “Souvenir” episode of “Mad Men” and “Hell’s Kitchen” won for multi-camera variety or unscripted series. Kalina Ivanov won television movie or miniseries for “Grey Gardens.” Absolut Anthem and Absolut World won in the commercial or music video category while the 51st Annual Grammy Awards won for awards, music or game show. Art director Paul Sylbert presented the award for outstanding contribution to cinematic imagery to Warren Beatty. Terence Marsh was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award and Michael Baugh took home the Creative Leadership Award.
Warren Beatty	James Cameron and Suzy Amis	Gene Wilder
Naomi Shohan	Richard Chamberlain	Paula Poundstone
CCH Pounder	Rich Sommer	Angela Kinsey
Karl Juliusson	Gregory Van Horn	Neville Page
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8th Annual Operation Smile Gala

Friday October 2, 2009 OPERATION SMILE BEVERLY HILTON HOTEL, BEVERLY HILLS, CA Operation Smile, a worldwide children’s medical charity, honored Stephen Berman of JAKKS Pacific, the Honorable Richard J. Riordan, Roselyn Sanchez and Eric Winter at its 8th Annual Smile Gala, October 2, 2009, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. A special presentation was made in honor of the Simpson family, Jessica, Ashlee, Tina and Joe Simpson, for their support of Operation Smile. Access Hollywood host Billy Bush served as Master of Ceremonies. The Smile Gala is co-chaired by Dayna and Steven Bochco, Roma Downey and Mark Burnett, Vicky and Raphael Mense, Kelly and Ron Meyer, Mary Jo and General Richard Myers and Leslie and Robert Zemeckis. International teen singing sensation Charice Pempengco performed. Operation Smile Ambassador Nicole Lapin of CNN hosted an auction alongside Andrea Fiuczynski, President of Christie’s Los Angeles. Founded in 1982, Operation Smile, headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, is a worldwide children’s medical charity whose network of global volunteers are dedicated to helping improve the health and lives of children and young adults. Since its founding, Operation Smile volunteers have treated more than 130,000 children born with cleft lips, cleft palates and other facial deformities and currently work in 51 countries. In addition to contributing free medical treatments, Operation Smile trains local medical professionals in its partner countries and leaves behind crucial equipment to lay the groundwork for long-term self-sufficiency.  For more information, please visit www.operationsmile.org. Follow Operation Smile on Twitter http://twitter.com/operationsmile
Jessica Simpson	Roselyn Sanchez	Roma Downey
Jordan Johnson	Michael Copon	Billy Bush
Nicole Lapin	Ken Paves and Jessica Simpson	Poppy Montgomery
Craig T. Nelson	Poppy Montgomery, Roselyn Sanchez and Eric Winter	Tionne Williams
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24th Annual Imagen Awards

August 21, 2009 THE IMAGEN FOUNDATION BEVERLY HILTON HOTEL, BEVERLY HILLS, CA The Imagen (pronounced ee-mah-hen) Awards program was established in 1985 from a suggestion by veteran television producer Norman Lear to encourage and recognize the positive portrayals of Latinos in the media. Later, as The Imagen Foundation, it expanded its programs and initiatives to further its mission to serve as a bridge between the Latino community and the entertainment industry in providing access, education, and resources for Latinos both in the industry, as well as those seeking careers in entertainment. More information on the organization as well as details of the event can be found at www.imagen.org and on Twitter at twitter.com/imagenfound, as well as on Facebook.
Alexa Vega	Rick Najera	Jennifer Stone
Kenneth Castillo	Cote de Pablo	Wilmer Valderrama
David Barrera and Maria Canals-Barrera	Leslie Bryans, Devon Martinez and A. Martinez	Talisa Soto and Benjamin Bratt
Hilda Solis	Judy Reyes	Susie Castillo
ALL PHOTOS © 2009 MICHAEL GERMANA / SUPERSTAR IMAGES ALL RIGHTS RESERVED NO REPRODUCTION