Arnold Schwarzenegger to receive legacy award at South East European Film Festival

ANI
30 Apr 2025, 17:09 GMT+10

Washington [US], April 30 (ANI): The South East European Film Festival (SEEfest) in Los Angeles will honour Arnold Schwarzenegger with the Legacy Award on the opening night of its 20th edition.

Schwarzenegger, a renowned actor, clean energy advocate, and former governor of California, will be recognised for his contributions to the film industry and his commitment to promoting a cleaner and greener future, Deadline has confirmed.

SEEfest's board of directors praised Schwarzenegger's determination and relentless optimism in building a better future for the new generation.

'Mr Schwarzenegger has approached the challenge of building not just a better but also a kinder future with hope for the new generation with his customary determination and relentless optimism,' they said in a statement, as quoted by Deadline.

Emmy winner Matt Iseman, host of American Ninja Warrior, will accept the award on behalf of Schwarzenegger.

Iseman has worked closely with Schwarzenegger on various projects, including the Austrian World Summit on Climate Issues and the Arnold Sports Festivals.

Schwarzenegger has several projects in the works, including the action comedy 'The Man with the Bag,' where he will play Santa Claus opposite Alan Ritchson.

The film is directed by Adam Shankman, known for his work on 'Hairspray.'

The 20th edition of SEEfest will showcase over 50 movies from Eastern and Southeast Europe, including award-winning films like 'The New Year That Never Came,' 'DJ Ahmet,' and 'The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent.'

The festival will also award prizes in multiple categories, with a jury of industry professionals selecting the winners. (ANI)

Watch latest videos

News RELEASES

Publish news of your business, community or sports group, personnel appointments, major event and more by submitting a news release to Central Coast News.

More Information

null in null

Business

Section

Thailand reclaims top US safety rating after nearly a decade

US reinstates Thailand's top aviation safety rating

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Thailand has regained the highest aviation safety rating from the United States, nearly a decade after it was downgraded—a...

US, South Korea begin talks to prevent return of tariffs

South Korea, US target trade package before tariff pause ends in July

SEOUL/WASHINGTON, D.C.: South Korea and the United States have agreed to work toward a trade package aimed at averting the reimposition...

U.S. stocks in demand as Lutnick lauds of trade deal

Single trade deal propels Wall Street higher, Dow Jones adds 300 points

NEW YORK, New York - A single potential U.S. trade deal set markets alight Tuesday with all the major indices gaining ground. I have...

RWE halts US offshore wind plans amid regulatory uncertainty

RWE has stopped offshore wind activities in United States

FRANKFURT, Germany: German energy giant RWE has paused its offshore wind operations in the United States, citing ongoing regulatory...

US, India progress toward major trade deal covering 19 sectors

US seeks India trade deal on e-commerce, crops and data storage

WASHINGTON, D.C.: The United States and India are advancing talks on a wide-ranging trade agreement that would cover 19 key areas,...

Toyota sets March sales record as North American buyers rush in

Toyota's March overseas sales peak with North American sales

TOKYO, Japan: Toyota's overseas sales surged to a new March record, driven largely by a rush of North American buyers ahead of newly...

California

Section