American treasure Jerry Lewis will receive the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the Academy Awards ceremony on February 22nd.
Jerry has has raised over $2 billion for the Muscular Dystrophy Association through his annual Labor Day telethon.
His role in the telethon was revealed in the book Tabloid Baby.
Sid Ganis, president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, described Jerry as "a legendary comedian who has... brought laughter to millions around the world" and "helped thousands upon thousands by raising funds and awareness for those suffering from muscular dystrophy."
Jerry is 82 years young!
Jerry has has raised over $2 billion for the Muscular Dystrophy Association through his annual Labor Day telethon.
His role in the telethon was revealed in the book Tabloid Baby.
Sid Ganis, president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, described Jerry as "a legendary comedian who has... brought laughter to millions around the world" and "helped thousands upon thousands by raising funds and awareness for those suffering from muscular dystrophy."
Jerry is 82 years young!
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