Jane Fonda Accepts SAG Award, Advocates for Empathy and Activism
At the SAG Awards, Jane Fonda accepted a lifetime achievement award and spoke passionately about empathy, activism, and the importance of unions.
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During her acceptance speech at the 2025 SAG Awards, Jane Fonda highlighted her love for acting and its power to create empathy. The two-time Oscar-winner championed unions and called for solidarity during challenging political times. Fonda referred to herself as a 'late bloomer' and emphasized the importance of understanding others, stating, 'Empathy is not weak or woke.' She urged the audience to resist isolation, promote community, and inspire future generations, reflecting on her decades-long career and advocacy for social issues.
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Jane Fonda received the SAG Life Achievement Award at the 2025 SAG Awards.
Jane Fonda emphasized the importance of empathy, activism, and unions. She also stressed the need for community and solidarity during challenging times.
Jane Fonda described her career as 'un-strategic' and 'really weird,' noting that she retired for 15 years before returning to acting at the age of 65, calling herself a 'late bloomer' in show business.
Jane Fonda referenced the civil rights movement, apartheid, and Stonewall, highlighting the bravery required during these movements and comparing them to the current challenges.
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