Kim Novak, 92, Makes Special Public Appearance at Deauville Festival

Nearly seven decades after starring in Alfred Hitchcock’s "Vertigo," veteran actress Kim Novak was honored with the Icon Award at the Deauville Festival in France.

Kim Novak made a rare public appearance at the Deauville American Film Festival in France on Saturday, Sept. 6. The 92-year-old actress, best known for her role in "Vertigo," was presented with the Icon Award in recognition of her influence on cinema.

She accepted the honor onstage after walking the red carpet in a white gown with a silver overlay. The honor was given to Novak by Benjamin Millepied, known for his work as a dancer and choreographer. In a statement, the festival said the honor was intended to celebrate "the depth and influence" of Novak's career.

Organizers praised her for defying stereotypes and bringing an instinctive style to her performances, noting that her body of work has gained renewed recognition over time.

One of Novak’s most recognized roles came in Alfred Hitchcock’s 1958 thriller "Vertigo." Her career also includes notable roles in "Picnic" (1955) alongside William Holden, "The Man with the Golden Arm" with Frank Sinatra, and the 1958 romance "Bell, Book and Candle," in which she reunited with James Stewart.

The ceremony preceded the screening of Kim Novak's "Vertigo," a new documentary by Alexandre O. Philippe that explores her career and legacy.