Stuntman, actor and director Jackie Chan will receive the Albert R. Broccoli Britannia Award

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts Los Angeles (BAFTA Los Angeles) is pleased to announce that stuntman, actor and director Jackie Chan will receive the Albert R. Broccoli Britannia Award for Worldwide Contribution to Entertainment at the 2019 British Academy Britannia Awards. He joins previously announced honoree Jane Fonda, who will receive the Stanley Kubrick Britannia Award for Excellence in Film Presented by Cunard.

The British Academy Britannia Awards is BAFTA’s biggest event outside of the U.K. This year’s ceremony will take place on Friday, October 25, 2019 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel and will be presented by American Airlines and Jaguar Land Rover.

“Over his 50-year career, Jackie has become a beloved, revered personality we all know and love for his innovative stunt work and unique blend of martial arts and comedy. He rose from rags-to-riches through years of hard work and tireless dedication to perfecting his craft, ultimately earning him global fame and success,” said BAFTA Los Angeles CEO, Chantal Rickards. “We are delighted to honor this inspirational actor with the Albert R. Broccoli Britannia Award for Worldwide Contribution to Entertainment.