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LOS ANGELES (CNS) - Comic actor Adam Sandler will receive the People's Icon Award during the 2024 People's Choice Awards ceremony, honoring his "impressive comedic career," organizers announced Wednesday.
Producers of the show noted Sandler's film credits, including "Grown Ups," "Happy Gilmore" and "The Wedding Singer," while also noting his dramatic turns in films such as "Uncut Gems," "Hustle" and the upcoming "Spaceman."
"Adam Sandler has been a fixture in the industry for decades, entertaining us since he got his start on `Saturday Night Live' more than 30 years ago," Jen Neal, executive vice president for Live Events and Specials at NBCUniversal Entertainment, said in a statement. "From `Billy Madison' to `Mr. Deeds,' his unforgettable characters have endured the test of time and left their mark on audiences for generations. We're excited to honor him with this year's People's Icon Award."
Organizers said Sandler's films have grossed more than $3 billion worldwide, and his Netflix films have been some of the most-watched movies on the streamer, including "You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah," "Murder Mystery," "Hubie Halloween" and "Hustle."
Sandler has received nine People's Choice Awards in his career, along with six MTV Movie Awards and 12 Kids Choice Awards.
He will receive the latest honor during the People's Choice Awards ceremony set for Feb. 18 at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica.