Star-studded Lineup Announced for TIFF Tribute Awards

WHO:

Deadline - The honorees for the TIFF Tribute Awards include Penélope Cruz, Lee Chang-dong, Rosalind Eleazar, Siân Heder, and Isabelle Huppert.

Variety - Penélope Cruz is recognized for her role in "The Invite," and Siân Heder is noted for winning an Oscar for "CODA."

WHAT:

Deadline - The TIFF Tribute Awards are being bestowed this year.

Variety - Penélope Cruz will receive the TIFF Special Tribute Award.

WHERE:

Variety - The TIFF Tribute Awards gala is set to take place during the Toronto International Film Festival.

WHEN:

Variety - The TIFF Tribute Awards gala is scheduled for Sept. 13.

WHY:

Variety - The awards honor significant contributions to the film industry.

HOW:

Deadline - The awards are part of the eighth annual TIFF Tribute Awards ceremony.

(UPDATED July 29, 2026 15:39 UTC)

The TIFF Tribute Awards will honor significant contributions to the film industry during a gala set for September 13 at the Toronto International Film Festival. Among the honorees this year are Penélope Cruz, recognized for her role in "The Invite," and Siân Heder, who won an Oscar for "CODA." Cruz will receive the TIFF Special Tribute Award, highlighting her impactful work in cinema.