HollyShorts Film Festival announces 2026 honorees

The 22nd HollyShorts Film Festival will honor several prominent figures from the film and music industries during its Opening Night Awards Ceremony on Thursday, August 13. The event is scheduled to take place at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.

Among the distinguished honorees are Alexandra Shipp, who will receive the Trailblazer Award for her work in films such as ‘Barbie’ and ‘Anyone But You’, and Jim Cummings, who will be presented with the Auteur Award for his contributions to independent cinema. Other recognized individuals include Lana Condor, Miguel, Vanessa Hudgens, and Zach Cregger.