WASHINGTON: When President Joe Biden gives the nation’s highest honour for artistic contribution to Julia Louis-Dreyfus on Tuesday at the White House, it will be the recognition that her bumbling character in “Veep” always wanted.
The White House described Louis-Dreyfus as “one of the most decorated comedic actors of our time” in a statement. She will be among a dozen recipients of the National Medal of Arts.
According to the statement, Louis-Dreyfus, best known for her role as the frustrated, ignored vice president who ends up in the main job, throwing the White House into ever more hilarious crises, has “blazed a trail for women in comedy.
Among those nominated for the award is legendary rocker Bruce Springsteen, described as “one of our greatest performers and storytellers.”
Bruce Springsteen’s music celebrates victories: White House
According to the White House, Bruce Springsteen’s music celebrates their victories, heals their wounds, and gives them hope, capturing the unyielding spirit of being an American. Fashion designer Vera Wang and veteran blues, gospel, and pop singer Gladys Knight, are also on the list. Among those receiving the National Humanities Medal are writers Walter Isaacson and Ann Patchett.
