Ralph Fiennes receives Performer of the Year Award from Santa Barbara Film Festival

Ralph Fiennes has been selected for the Outstanding Performer of the Year Award by the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. This recognition comes after his acclaimed role as a Catholic cardinal in the film "Conclave." Fiennes, 61, will receive the award during a career-retrospective event at the Arlington Theatre on February 6, 2025. He joins a list of past honorees that includes notable actors like Cate Blanchett and Will Smith. The 40th Santa Barbara International Film Festival is scheduled for February 4-15, 2025. Fiennes has had a distinguished career, with multiple award nominations and notable performances in films such as "Schindler's List" and "The English Patient."