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Julie Andrews poses for a portrait circa 1970.
Ken Whitmore/mptv images
Updated 0428 GMT (1228 HKT) June 17, 2022
Julie Andrews poses for a portrait circa 1970.
Ken Whitmore/mptv images
A gala tribute that aired Thursday celebrated Julie Andrews, the British actress and singer known for her iconic roles in “Mary Poppins” and “The Sound of Music.”
The event was hosted by the American Film Institute, which honored Andrews with its Life Achievement Award.
Andrews, 86, won the best actress Oscar in 1965 for her starring role in the musical “Mary Poppins.” She was also nominated for the award in 1966 (“The Sound of Music”) and 1983 (“Victor/Victoria”).
Over a career that has spanned seven decades, Andrews has also won Golden Globe Awards, Grammy Awards and Emmy Awards.
