Veteran actress Lillian Dube will be honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 4th annual National Film & TV Awards South Africa on November 19.
The recognition celebrates Dube’s decades-long contribution to the entertainment industry, where she has built a career spanning television, film and theatre.
Announcing the news, the awards organisers said: “The National Film and TV Awards are proud to announce that Lillian Dube will be honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award 2026 at this year’s awards ceremony.”
They added: “Recognising a remarkable journey, an enduring legacy and an invaluable contribution to the entertainment industry. Join us on 19 November as we pay tribute to an icon whose impact goes beyond the screen.”
Dube began her acting career in the 1980s and has become one of South Africa’s most recognisable performers. Beyond acting, she is also known for her business ventures, activism and health advocacy work.
Her achievements include an honorary doctorate in Drama and Film Production from Tshwane University of Technology in 2017 and a Lifetime Achiever Award from the Theatre Guild in 2014.
The awards ceremony will take place at the Theatre of Marcellus at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg, celebrating talent across South Africa’s film and television industry. This year’s edition features 28 award categories, with nominees representing all nine provinces.
