Julianne Moore to Receive 2026 Women in Motion Award at Cannes Film Festival from Kering

Academy Award-winning actress and activist Julianne Moore will receive Kering’s Women in Motion award at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. The announcement was made on April 23, 2026, confirming Moore as this year’s honoree for the prestigious recognition presented by Kering in partnership with the Festival de Cannes.

The Women in Motion award, launched in 2015 by Kering as an official partner of the Cannes Film Festival, celebrates female artists whose careers and commitment have advanced the role of women both in cinema and in society. Moore joins an esteemed lineup of past honorees that includes Nicole Kidman, Jane Fonda, Geena Davis, Susan Sarandon, Isabelle Huppert, Patty Jenkins, Gong Li, Salma Hayek Pinault, Viola Davis, and Michelle Yeoh.

Moore will be feted alongside the Emerging Talent Awardee, Italian filmmaker Margherita Spampinato, during the official Women In Motion Awards ceremony on May 17, 2026, as part of the 79th edition of the Festival de Cannes. Both awards will be presented during the ceremony held in conjunction with the festival.

“Julianne Moore fully embodies the spirit of Women In Motion,” stated François-Henri Pinault, Chairman of Kering, announcing her selection. “Through the consistency of her artistic choices, the depth and complexity she brings to her performances, and her longstanding dedication to advancing meaningful representation both on and off screen, she has helped redefine what it means to be a leading woman in cinema. Her career and her commitment clearly mirror the values Women In Motion has championed since its inception.”

Beyond her acclaimed acting career, Moore is widely recognized for her advocacy work, including serving as founding chair of Everytown for Gun Safety’s Creative Council, where she advocates for ending gun violence in America. Her commitment to social causes and championing women’s voices and diversity in the film industry aligns with the core values of the Women In Motion program.

The award presentation marks a continued tradition of honoring influential women in cinema during the Cannes Film Festival, highlighting achievements that extend beyond artistic excellence to include meaningful social impact and industry leadership.