Career Timeline of Harrison Ford: Major Achievements and Milestones
Discover the career path of Harrison Ford, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Harrison Ford is a highly successful and iconic American actor with a career spanning seven decades. He is one of the highest-grossing actors globally, recognized for his roles in numerous films. His accolades include nominations for prestigious awards such as an Academy Award and Golden Globes. He has also received honorary awards such as the AFI Life Achievement Award, the Cecil B. DeMille Award, and was named a Disney Legend in 2024.
1982: Won a Saturn Award for Best Actor
In 1982, Harrison Ford won a Saturn Award for Best Actor for his work as Indiana Jones.
1986: Nominated for Best Actor at the 58th Academy Awards for his performance in Witness
In 1986, Harrison Ford was nominated for Best Actor at the 58th Academy Awards for his performance in Witness, a role for which he also received BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations.
1987: Received a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in The Mosquito Coast
In 1987, Harrison Ford received a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in The Mosquito Coast.
1992: Lent his voice to public service messages promoting environmental involvement for EarthShare
Since 1992, Harrison Ford has lent his voice to a series of public service messages promoting environmental involvement for EarthShare, an American federation of environmental and conservation charities.
1994: Received a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in The Fugitive
In 1994, Harrison Ford received a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in The Fugitive.
September 7, 1995: Testified before the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee in support of the Dalai Lama
On September 7, 1995, Harrison Ford testified before the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee in support of the Dalai Lama and an independent Tibet.
1996: Received a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in Sabrina
In 1996, Harrison Ford received a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in Sabrina.
2000: Donated to the presidential campaigns of Bill Bradley, Al Gore, and John McCain
In 2000, Harrison Ford donated $1,000 to the presidential campaigns of Bill Bradley, Al Gore, and John McCain.
2000: Received the AFI Life Achievement Award
In 2000, Harrison Ford was the recipient of the AFI Life Achievement Award from the American Film Institute for his body of work, presented to him by George Lucas and Steven Spielberg.
2002: Received the Cecil B. DeMille Award
In 2002, Harrison Ford was given the Cecil B. DeMille Award from the Hollywood Foreign Press Association at the 59th Golden Globe Awards ceremony.
May 30, 2003: Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
On May 30, 2003, Harrison Ford received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
March 2004: Became Chairman of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA)'s Young Eagles program
In March 2004, Harrison Ford officially became the chairman of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA)'s Young Eagles program, succeeding General Chuck Yeager. He accepted the position after initial hesitation, following an offer by Greg Anderson, Senior Vice President of the EAA at the time.
July 2005: Agreed to accept the position as Chairman for Young Eagles program for another two years
In July 2005, during the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh gathering in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Harrison Ford agreed to continue his role as chairman of the Young Eagles program for an additional two years.
2006: Received the Jules Verne Award
In 2006, Harrison Ford received the Jules Verne Award, given to an actor who has "encouraged the spirit of adventure and imagination" throughout their career.
2007: Narrated the documentary Dalai Lama Renaissance
In 2007, Harrison Ford narrated the documentary Dalai Lama Renaissance.
2007: Received the first-ever Hero Award at the Scream Awards
In 2007, Harrison Ford was presented with the first-ever Hero Award at the Scream Awards for his iconic roles, including Indiana Jones and Han Solo.
2008: Received the Spike TV's Guy's Choice Award for "Brass Balls"
In 2008, Harrison Ford received the Spike TV's Guy's Choice Award for "Brass Balls".
2009: Appeared in Internet advertisements for General Aviation Serves America
In 2009, Harrison Ford appeared in Internet advertisements for General Aviation Serves America, a campaign by the advocacy group Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA).
2009: Received aviation awards
In 2009, Harrison Ford received the Living Legends of Aviation Award and the Experimental Aircraft Association's Freedom of Flight Award for his involvement in general aviation.
2009: Stepped down as chairman of the Young Eagles program
In 2009, Harrison Ford stepped down as the chairman of the Young Eagles program, and was replaced by Captain Chesley Sullenberger and First Officer Jeff Skiles.
2010: Received the Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy
In 2010, Harrison Ford received the Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy.
2013: Received the Al Ueltschi Humanitarian Award
In 2013, Harrison Ford received the Al Ueltschi Humanitarian Award.
2014: Appeared in the aviation documentary Flying the Feathered Edge: The Bob Hoover Project
In 2014, Harrison Ford appeared in the independent aviation documentary Flying the Feathered Edge: The Bob Hoover Project.
2015: Appeared in the aviation documentary Living in the Age of Airplanes
In 2015, Harrison Ford appeared in the independent aviation documentary Living in the Age of Airplanes.
2015: Received the Albert R. Broccoli Britannia Award for Worldwide Contribution to Entertainment
In 2015, Harrison Ford received the Albert R. Broccoli Britannia Award for Worldwide Contribution to Entertainment from BAFTA Los Angeles.
July 28, 2016: Flew the two millionth Young Eagle at the EAA AirVenture convention
On July 28, 2016, Harrison Ford flew the two millionth Young Eagle at the EAA AirVenture convention, marking it as the most successful aviation-youth introduction program in history.
2016: Won a Saturn Award for Best Actor
In 2016, Harrison Ford won a Saturn Award for Best Actor for his role as Han Solo.
2018: Honored with the Artists Inspiration Award by the SAG-AFTRA Foundation
In 2018, Harrison Ford was honored by the SAG-AFTRA Foundation with the Artists Inspiration Award for his acting and philanthropic work, alongside fellow honoree Lady Gaga.
2019: Gave a speech at the United Nations' Climate Action Summit
In 2019, Harrison Ford delivered an impassioned speech at the United Nations' Climate Action Summit in New York on behalf of Conservation International, addressing the destruction of the Amazon rainforest and its global impact on climate change.
2020: Endorsed Joe Biden's 2020 presidential campaign and worked with The Lincoln Project
In 2020, Harrison Ford endorsed Joe Biden's presidential campaign against Donald Trump, stating his desire to support candidates who prioritize the environment. He also collaborated with the anti-Trump Republican group The Lincoln Project to produce and narrate an election ad criticizing Trump's treatment of Anthony Fauci.
November 2, 2024: Endorsed Kamala Harris's 2024 presidential campaign
On November 2, 2024, Harrison Ford endorsed Kamala Harris's 2024 presidential campaign.
2024: Received the Disney Legends Award
In 2024, Harrison Ford was a recipient of the Disney Legends Award for his outstanding film contributions to The Walt Disney Company.
2024: Won a Saturn Award for Best Actor
In 2024, Harrison Ford won a Saturn Award for Best Actor for his work as Indiana Jones.
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