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49 S AG - A F T R A S PEC I A L IS S U E 2 0 24 S A G A F T R A .O R G it: actors. And remember, you're one, too!" In the years that have followed that dynamic introduction, the annual SAG Awards ceremony has well earned its title as "The Actors' Party." Not only has awards night been a favorite among actors — and actors who love their fellow actors — it has become a must-see industry event. With cold opens featuring hilarious bits from nominated comedy ensembles, the beloved "I Am an Actor ™ " segment, the SAG Life Achievement Award presentation (see page 75) and moving speeches from fellow actors, the awards show is as exciting to watch as the television shows and movies it recognizes. Meanwhile, the SAG Awards Committee, the body of member volunteers who plan each year's ceremony (see page 67), has never strayed from its original mission to honor the cra of fellow performers. Thanks to its sponsors (see page 88), the shows proceeds continue 1998 GLORIA STUART & KIM BASINGER Kim Basinger (L.A. Confidential) and Gloria Stuart (Titanic) celebrate a tie for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role. 1997 SEINFELD Jason Alexander, Jerry Seinfeld, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Michael Richards with their Actor statuettes for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series. CR AIG T. MATHE W MATHE W PHOTOGR APHIC SERVICES 30 Years continues on page 56