Why Ridley Scott Will Miss the Honorary Oscars Ceremony Following a Minor Medical Procedure
Scott cannot travel to ceremony
His representative confirmed on Monday, November 9, that Scott would be absent after a recent minor procedure. Scott, who lives in London, has been told by doctors not to fly as he continues to recover.
Family plans to attend
Scott has recorded an acceptance speech for the occasion, according to sources cited by The Hollywood Reporter. His wife, actress-producer Giannina Facio, is expected to travel to Los Angeles. Scott’s children and grandchildren are also set to accompany Facio to the ceremony.
A career recognized by Academy
Scott has received four Oscar nominations during his career. He was nominated as director for Thelma & Louise, Gladiator and Black Hawk Down, and as a producer for Best Picture for The Martian, which he also directed.
In June, Academy President Lynette Howell Taylor praised Scott’s contribution to cinema and culture. She called him “a true visionary” and said his decades-long legacy had made an immeasurable impact.
Key points
- Ridley Scott will miss the November 15 Governors Awards after a minor procedure.
- Doctors have advised the London-based filmmaker not to fly while recovering.
- Scott has pre-recorded an acceptance speech; his wife and family plan to attend.
- He has four Oscar nominations, including three for directing.