Dick Smith, the sponsor of Cinema Makeup School’s first annual Legends of Makeup Scholarship, was elected to receive the Honorary Award by the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
The Honorary Award is given to those who demonstrate "extraordinary distinction in lifetime achievement, exceptional contributions to the state of motion picture arts and sciences, or outstanding service to the Academy." Dick Smith’s contributions to the field of movie makeup undoubtedly qualify him for this prestigious award. His resume includes legendary films such as “The Exorcist” “Taxi Driver” and “Amadeus,” the last of which earned him an Oscar in 1984. He acquired the moniker “The Godfather of Makeup” after his work on The Godfather films and he has been active in training many of the other phenomenal makeup artists who are currently working in today’s industry.
Other recipients of this year’s awards include James Earl Jones and Oprah Winefry. All three will receive their awards at the Academy’s Annual Governors Awards dinner on Saturday, November 12, at the Grand Ballroom at Hollywood & Highland Center.
Cinema Makeup School would like to extend their sincerest congratulations to Mr. Smith and acknowledge the Academy’s honorable selection.
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