Spielberg honoured for human rights work
IANS [ Tue, Nov 3, 2009 ]
- London, Nov 3 (IANS) Hollywood filmmaker Steven Spielberg has been honoured by the Anti-Defamation League for his work in human rights.
The Oscar-winning filmmaker, 62, will be presented with America's Democratic Legacy Award at the league's annual Los Angeles fundraiser Dec 9, reports contactmusic.com.
Executives have hailed the "Schindler's List" maker as a "true champion of human rights" for his contributions to film and television, in addition to his philanthropic endeavours.
"American Idol" runner-up Adam Lambert and Israeli singer Noa Dori will be performing at the event.