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Emily Watson is the 2025 recipient of The Richard Harris Award.
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Sophie Okonedo is this year's recipient of The Richard Harris Award.
Sophie’s celebrated career has seen her embrace both UK independent and Hollywood film and has taken her from the National Theatre to Broadway and back, with a significant body of acclaimed television roles in between. Sophie’s work has been recognised by, amongst others, BIFA, BAFTA, the Academy, Tony, Olivier, Screen Actors Guild and Emmy Awards.