Legendary casting director Juliet Taylor receives honorary Oscar; new competitive Oscar for casting directors introduced.

Juliet Taylor, a legendary casting director behind classics like "The Exorcist" and "Sleepless in Seattle," will receive an honorary Oscar at the Governors Awards. Starting in 2025, the film academy will introduce a competitive Oscar for casting directors. Taylor, who began her career in 1968, has worked on over 100 films and mentored under casting pioneer Marion Dougherty, helping transform casting into a more selective and creative process.

November 15, 2024
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