2025 AFI Awards Celebrate Top Films, TV Shows, and Honor Firefighter Heroes

The ceremony, postponed due to devastating Los Angeles wildfires, highlighted Hollywood's resilience and paid tribute to the late David Lynch.

The AFI Awards recognized the top 10 films and 11 TV shows of 2024, including 'Wicked,' 'The Brutalist,' and 'The Bear,' during a star-studded luncheon at the Four Seasons in Los Angeles.
A standing ovation was given to Los Angeles firefighter Tim Larson, representing first responders who battled the recent wildfires that devastated the city.
Harrison Ford, attending on behalf of the series 'Shrinking,' received a warm reception as the only AFI Lifetime Achievement Award winner present.
The event paid tribute to late filmmaker David Lynch, with heartfelt speeches and a video honoring his contributions to cinema and his connection to AFI.
Karla Sofía Gascón, Oscar-nominated for 'Emilia Pérez,' was notably absent due to controversy over past social media posts, which became a topic of discussion among attendees.