Morgan Freeman honoured with Crystal Nymph Award at Monte-Carlo Television Festival

At the 63rd Monte-Carlo Television Festival, renowned African-American actor Morgan Freeman was honored with the prestigious Crystal Nymph award on Friday, recognizing his outstanding career in the entertainment industry.

“Receiving an award like the Crystal Nymph is a great honour. So I want to thank, first and foremost, Prince Albert and Monaco,” Freeman expressed in his acceptance speech.

Freeman, celebrated for his roles in films such as “Deep Impact” and “Invictus,” also serves as the executive producer for the festival’s opening series, “The Gray House,” a historical drama set during the Civil War.

He emphasized the responsibility that comes with producing such narratives. “I think there is a sense of responsibility, especially when telling stories like this. The responsibility, of course, is to stick to the truth, to find it and use it,” he explained.

Throughout his illustrious career, Freeman has portrayed the President of the United States on multiple occasions, including in the 1998 film “Deep Impact,” a decade before Barack Obama’s election.

Reflecting on this, he shared a humorous anecdote: “I met Barack before he became president. When he was campaigning, he knew I had played the president, so he just bowed. But you know, I think what you’re asking is true. Maybe I helped a little,” Freeman remarked with a smile.