She will also deliver the keynote speech at the event.
Irish star Sharon Horgan will receive the Award of Excellence at the Banff World Media Festival in June.
The 52-year-old, who co-wrote, produced and starred in Apple TV’s Bad Sisters, will also give the keynote speech at the Canadian festival.
“Sharon is one of the top creators, showrunners and performers in the business, and her addition to Banff’s lineup of keynote speakers underscores the festival’s prominence on the world stage,” said Kevin Beggs, Banff board chair and Lionsgate Television’s chief creative officer.
“We are privileged to be partnered with Sharon on Motherland for the BBC and are beyond excited about its U.S. adaptation that recently received a pilot order at ABC. I’m thrilled that she will be joining us at Banff.”
Horgan received critical acclaim for her role in Catastrophe alongside Rob Delaney, which she also co-created, as well as wrote, and executive produced. She won five IFTAs for her role in the series, as well as a BAFTA TV Craft award for best writer.
Horgan’s production company has also produced some brilliant works over the years, including the BAFTA-winning series This Way Up, where Horgan also stars alongside Aisling Bea.
“Sharon is one of the most prolific creators of our time, having produced hit after hit of critically-acclaimed content,” said Jenn Kuzmyk, the festival’s executive director.
“As an actor, showrunner, writer, producer and director, she’s made a virtue of being a multi-hyphenate and continues to deliver honest, clever and wildly entertaining portrayals of women on screen. We’re honoured to welcome Sharon to the BANFF stage to discuss her career and thoughts on the ever-changing industry.”
The Award of Excellence recognizes exception achievement throughout a body of work, with past honorees including Paul Feig, Eugene Levy and David E. Kelley.
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