Overview
- The Irish Film & Television Academy announced that Ciarán Hinds will receive its Lifetime Achievement Award at this year's ceremony.
- The 23rd IFTA Awards will take place on Friday, February 20, at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre.
- Comedian and actor Kevin McGahern is set to host the event, according to the latest reporting.
- IFTA said nominations for the 2026 awards will be revealed on Tuesday, January 20.
- Hinds thanked IFTA for the honor, while CEO Áine Moriarty praised him as a "modest giant" whose five-decade career includes Oscar, Golden Globe and BAFTA nominations and consistent support for Irish productions.