Harrison Ford Gets Life Achievement at Actor Awards

Variety

by Angelique Jackson

March 2, 2026

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Harrison Ford received the prestigious SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award at the 2026 Actor Awards ceremony, marking another milestone in his legendary six-decade career. Known for iconic roles such as Han Solo in *Star Wars*, Indiana Jones in the *Indiana Jones* films, and Rick Deckard in *Blade Runner*, Ford was celebrated for his enduring impact on cinema. During the ceremony, which streamed live on Netflix, actor Woody Harrelson humorously introduced Ford, highlighting his friendliness and noting that Ford had personally asked him to present the award after other notable figures declined. Ford’s acceptance speech was heartfelt, as he acknowledged the early struggles of his career and expressed gratitude for the support of mentors like George Lucas and Steven Spielberg. Ford’s remarks also touched on the collaborative nature of acting, emphasizing how his success was built on teamwork with writers, directors,

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Originally published on Variety on 3/2/2026