Lyle Lovett

AMD LIVE! Soundtrack Award

The distinctive compositions of Lyle Lovett, warm with sly wit and wry wisdom, have won him a shelf full of Grammys. Like Kris Kristofferson, he moved easily from songwriter to screen star, but it is in soundtracks that his unique talents shine. Lovett’s music is rich and eclectic, bluesy, jazz-inflected roots-folk that’s lyrically smart and crisply arranged. His discography – populated with eccentric characters, poignant humor and self-deprecating romanticism – features the 2003 album Smile, a collection of his covers from various soundtracks including TOY STORY, MUMFORD, LEAP OF FAITH and THE APOSTLE. On his own, his music highlighted Robert Altman’s film DR. T AND THE WOMEN with songs such as “She’s Already Made Up Her Mind,” “You’ve Been So Good Up to Now,” and “Ain’t It Something.” Lyle Lovett’s acclaimed acting career includes THE PLAYER, SHORT CUTS, BASTARD OUT OF CAROLINA, THE OPPOSITE OF SEX and THE NEW GUY, which was filmed at Austin Studios.

Anne Rapp

Anne Rapp paid her dues on the boulevards of hollywood as a script supervisor for 15 years before risking a year off to discover her screenwriting talents. Rapp's career spring-boarded from two collaborations with director Robert Altman on DR. T AND THE WOMEN and COOKIE'S FORTUNE, which was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award.

Charlie Boswell

Charlie Boswell was the Director of Digital Media and Entertainment for AMD, the Award Sponsor.

 


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In 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005, the gala was emceed by Ann Richards, the former governor of Texas, who died on September 13, 2006. The 2007 gala commemorated her passing by celebrating her life and her passion for film, emceed by New York columnist and 2001 Inductee Liz Smith.

Classic Texas films are also honored, with a member of the cast or crew accepting on behalf of his colleagues. In 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005, the gala was emceed by Ann Richards, the former governor of Texas, who died on September 13, 2006. The 2007 gala commemorated her passing by celebrating her life and her passion for film, emceed by New York columnist and 2001 Inductee Liz Smith. Browse award recipients >>

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