Renowned British actor and composer Anthony Hopkins will present an original musical composition during the Riyadh Season, Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority.
Turki Al-Sheikh, head of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority, announced the news on his “X” platform.
“A historical night, a night like no other, with the immortal legend Anthony Hopkins in Riyadh Season soon,” Al-Sheikh wrote.
The post was accompanied by a video message from Hopkins. In the video, the two-time Academy Award winner expressed gratitude and stated that he had been preparing for months on a special piece for the event.
This marks a groundbreaking venture for the 85-year-old British actor whose illustrious career includes standout roles that have earned him six Oscar nominations.
Hopkins secured his first Academy Award for his chilling performance in The Silence of the Lambs (1991) and won again for his role in The Father (2021), making him the oldest actor to ever receive the accolade.
Earlier this year, Hopkins was honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the Joy Awards ceremony in Riyadh. The ceremony featured highlights from his career before he accepted the award on stage from Al-Sheikh.
During his speech, Hopkins extended his heartfelt thanks to Saudi Arabia and its people and reflected on his career, acknowledging Saudi Arabia’s growing role in the arts and entertainment sectors amid a crowd of regional and international stars.
Riyadh Season, now in its fifth edition since launching in October, is a key part of Saudi Arabia’s broader efforts to expand its entertainment offerings. Hopkins’ performance showcases the festival’s focus on diverse and internationally recognized talent.
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