Overview
- The Oscar winner accepted the civic honor at a Guildhall ceremony attended by several people with refugee backgrounds.
- She dedicated the award to those fleeing persecution, invoking London’s record as a place of sanctuary.
- Former Lord Mayor Sir William Russell and Guildhall School chair Emily Benn formally nominated her.
- Blanchett serves as a UNHCR goodwill ambassador and is a member of the Earthshot Prize council.
- The Freedom of the City of London, dating to 1237, recognizes outstanding public contribution, with past recipients including Sir Lenny Henry, Harry Kane and Sir Matthew Bourne.