Harrison Ford to Receive Prestigious SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award
Hollywood Icon Recognised for Outstanding Career
Iconic actor Harrison Ford has been named the 61st recipient of SAG-AFTRA’s highest honour: the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award for his career and humanitarian accomplishments. The announcement marks yet another milestone in the legendary actor’s remarkable six-decade journey through film and television, cementing his status as one of cinema’s most enduring figures.
Ford will be presented with the union’s top tribute at The 32nd Annual Actor Awards Presented by SAG-AFTRA, which will stream live on Netflix Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT from the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall. This recognition comes as the latest in a string of accolades celebrating Ford’s contributions to the entertainment industry.
A Career Defined by Iconic Characters
Harrison Ford’s impact on popular culture is immeasurable. Best known for bringing to life unforgettable characters such as Han Solo in Star Wars and the adventurous archaeologist Indiana Jones, Ford has shaped multiple generations of cinema. SAG-AFTRA President Sean Astin said, ‘Harrison Ford is a singular presence in American life; an actor whose iconic characters have shaped world culture.’
Additional highlights include Witness (1985), for which he received a Best Actor Academy Award nomination, The Mosquito Coast (1986), Working Girl (1988), Presumed Innocent (1990), Regarding Henry (1991), Patriot Games (1992), The Fugitive (1993), Clear and Present Danger (1994), Sabrina (1995), Air Force One (1997), What Lies Beneath (2000), 42 (2013), The Age of Adaline (2015), The Call of the Wild (2020), and Captain America: Brave New World (2025).
Environmental Activism and Humanitarian Work
Beyond his cinematic achievements, Ford has dedicated considerable effort to environmental and humanitarian causes. Harrison Ford has been a prominent environmental and humanitarian advocate for decades, serving as vice-chair of Conservation International and lending his voice to global conservation efforts through EarthShare, Restore Hetch Hetchy and the climate-focused documentary series Years of Living Dangerously.
Harrison Ford said, ‘I am deeply honoured to be chosen as this year’s recipient of the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award. To be acknowledged by my fellow actors means a great deal to me.’ His dedication to both craft and causes makes this recognition particularly meaningful for the 82-year-old actor.
Significance for the Industry
The SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award represents the pinnacle of recognition within the acting profession. Ford’s career has been feted worldwide with numerous accolades including the Critic’s Choice Career Achievement Award (2024), Golden Globes Cecil B. DeMille Award (2002), AFI Life Achievement Award (2000) and more. This latest honour underscores not only his professional achievements but also his enduring influence on the art of acting and his commitment to making the world a better place through his advocacy work. For audiences worldwide, Harrison Ford remains a testament to excellence, longevity, and the power of storytelling.