00:00Jane Fonda, the legendary actress and activist, was honored with the prestigious SAG Lifetime
00:06Achievement Award at the 31st Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday.
00:11The event, which streamed live on Netflix, celebrated a six-decade-long career across
00:16film and television.
00:19Accepting the award, Fonda reflected on how acting gave her a platform to express strong
00:24emotions.
00:25A woman like me, who grew up in the 40s and 50s, when women weren't supposed to have
00:30opinions or get angry, acting gave me a chance to play angry women with opinions," she
00:35said.
00:36She also acknowledged the role of SAG-AFTRA in fostering empathy and understanding within
00:42the industry.
00:44Never one to shy away from activism, Jane took a moment to address the political climate
00:48in the United States.
00:50She urged people to stand together and help the vulnerable.
00:54We must find ways to project an inspiring vision of the future," she said, emphasizing
00:59the need for an action amid ongoing social and environmental challenges.
01:04Work just means you give a damn about other people.
01:09A speech which touched on the importance of resistance resonated with many in the audience.
01:14Jane, known for her advocacy against war and climate change, reminded everyone that,
01:19This moment in history is crucial.
01:21We are in our documentary moment.
01:24This is it.
01:25And it's not a rehearsal."
01:26At 87, Jane continues to leave an impact in Hollywood and beyond.
01:32From classic films like Flute and Nine to Five to recent projects like Grace and Frankie,
01:38she remains a force to be reckoned with.
01:40Her dedication to activism and storytelling proves that she is far from done.
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