Jennifer Lopez will be honored with the inaugural Adelante Award for Industry at the opening night of the 25th edition of the Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (LALIFF), organizers announced on Wednesday.
Meanwhile, Paulina Chávez will receive the Next Gen Award, recognizing her as an emerging talent shaping the future of entertainment. She is known for her performances in “The Long Game,” “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip” and as Ariana in the hit series “Landman.”
“Jennifer Lopez is part of a generation of artists who have helped define what was possible for Latino representation across film and television,” Edward James Olmos, co-founder of LALIFF, said in a statement. “We first worked together many years ago, on ‘Mi Familia’ and ‘Selena,’ and coming back together now as both actors and producers on ‘Office Romance’ for Netflix reflects how that creative journey has continued over time. Honoring her at this milestone edition of LALIFF carries particular meaning.”
The event will take place on May 27 at the TCL Chinese Theatre Imax at 7 p.m. The award recognizes visionary leaders whose work has created lasting impact and expanded opportunity across the entertainment landscape.
The evening will celebrate the Opening Night Gala of LALIFF’s 25th edition, featuring a special presentation of “Valentina,” directed by Tatti Ribeiro and starring Keyla Monterroso Mejia (“Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “The Studio”), with Jessica Alba serving as executive producer.
Ribeiro, who won the Film Independent Spirit Award for Someone to Watch, brings a distinct voice to this year’s program. The screening will include a brief conversation with the filmmaker, followed by an afterparty at the Hollywood Roosevelt.
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