Julianne Moore Selected for Kering’s 2026 Women in Motion Award at Cannes

Academy Award winner Julianne Moore selected for the 2026 Kering Women in Motion Award, honoring her 40-year career and activism at the Cannes Film Festival.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 23, 2026, 10:31 AM EDT

Source: Variety

A Legacy of Transgressive Performance

The Women in Motion Award, launched in 2015, celebrates female artists who have significantly shifted the cultural landscape for women in cinema. In selecting Moore, Kering Chairman François-Henri Pinault highlighted the "depth and complexity" she brings to her roles, noting that her career choices have consistently redefined the "leading woman" archetype. Cannes President Iris Knobloch further remarked that Moore's filmography including acclaimed works like Still Alice, Far From Heaven, and the recent May December claims territory for characters that "destabilize" and "refuse easy sympathy," paving the way for future generations of actresses.

Historic Triple Crown Achievement

Julianne Moore’s status as a titan of contemporary cinema is anchored by her historic "Triple Crown" of acting honors at the world's three most prestigious film festivals. In 2014, she won Best Actress at Cannes for Maps to the Stars, becoming the first American woman to hold top acting prizes from Berlin (The Hours), Venice (Far From Heaven), and Cannes. This global recognition underscores her versatility, ranging from independent arthouse projects to major studio productions, all while maintaining a signature emotional precision and fearlessness.

Activism and the "Creative Council"

Beyond her screen achievements, the award recognizes Moore's influence as an advocate for social change. As the founding chair of Everytown for Gun Safety’s Creative Council, she has leveraged her platform to drive meaningful dialogue on gun violence prevention. Moore has also been a vocal proponent of visibility in the arts, stating that the stories selected for the screen can "widen the space for women and for a richer diversity of voices." Her activism is viewed as an extension of her artistic integrity, mirroring the core values of the Women in Motion initiative.