AceShowbiz - Actors Anne Hathaway and Dwayne Johnson are set to be celebrated with the prestigious Disney Legends Award in 2026, coinciding with the release of their highly awaited films, The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Moana. This honor recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the Disney company and its legacy.

Disney officially announced that both Hathaway and Johnson will join a distinguished group of recipients for the 2026 Disney Legends Award. Alongside them, other notable honorees include Chris Berman, Jerry Bruckheimer, Susan Egan, Eric Goldberg, Bob Iger, Kim Irvine, the Jonas Brothers, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Alan Tudyk. The award ceremony is scheduled for August 16 at 1:30 p.m. PDT, the concluding day of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, held in Anaheim, California. For fans unable to attend in person, the ceremony will be available for live streaming on Disney+.

In a statement, Disney's new CEO Josh D’Amaro, who took over leadership from 2026 honoree Bob Iger, emphasized the importance of the Disney Legends Award. He explained that the award celebrates “the legacy of the extraordinary people whose creativity has shaped Disney into what it is today.” D’Amaro highlighted that the 2026 class of Disney Legends has left an indelible mark on the company, influencing every aspect of Disney’s operations and beyond.

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is where we come together to give our incredible fans an early look at what’s coming next across our company, while celebrating the legacy of the extraordinary people whose creativity has shaped Disney into what it is today. It’s an honor to celebrate our Disney Legends - their impact is felt in everything we do and recognizing them alongside the fans who love their work is what makes this event so meaningful,” D’Amaro said.

Hathaway and Johnson join the ranks of previous Disney Legends who include iconic figures such as Julie Andrews, Angela Bassett, James Cameron, Jamie Lee Curtis, Miley Cyrus, Robert Downey Jr., Harrison Ford, Whoopi Goldberg, Steve Jobs, Elton John, Stan Lee, George Lucas, Steve Martin, Alan Menken, Dick Van Dyke, Barbara Walters, Betty White, John Williams, Robin Williams, Oprah Winfrey, and Tim Allen.

This year, Disney is releasing several major movies including The Devil Wears Prada 2, Moana, The Mandalorian and Grogu, Toy Story 5, Super Troopers 3, Hexed, and Avengers: Doomsday. The first two films prominently feature Hathaway and Johnson, respectively.

Hathaway will reprise her role as Andy Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada 2, a sequel to the 2006 hit that grossed $326 million worldwide and holds a 75% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The original film became a cultural phenomenon with its sharp wit and memorable characters, including Meryl Streep’s iconic Miranda Priestly, played once again by Streep in the sequel. The new film also stars Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci, Justin Theroux, Kenneth Branagh, Tracie Thoms, Simone Ashley, Lucy Liu, and B.J. Novak. The sequel is set for release on May 1, 2026, marking two decades since the original’s debut.

Meanwhile, Johnson is bringing the demigod Maui to life in the live-action remake of Moana. The recently released trailer reveals his transformation into the character, fueling excitement for the film’s theatrical release on July 10, 2026.

The original animated Moana was a massive success, earning over $600 million at the box office and receiving nominations at the Oscars, Golden Globes, and Critics’ Choice Awards. Its soundtrack, created by Mark Mancina and Lin-Manuel Miranda, won multiple awards including the American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and Grammys. A sequel released in 2024, while receiving a more mixed critical response with a 60% Rotten Tomatoes score compared to 95% for the first film, surpassed the original with over $1 billion in global box office revenue.

Both The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Moana are highly anticipated by fans and industry insiders alike, and their releases coincide perfectly with the Disney Legends ceremony, highlighting the ongoing impact of Anne Hathaway and Dwayne Johnson on Disney’s creative legacy.

As the Disney Legends Award ceremony approaches, fans eagerly await the celebration of these two accomplished actors who continue to shape and inspire the Disney brand through their work. The event promises to honor their contributions in a memorable way, cementing their place among Disney’s most influential figures.

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With the 2026 Disney Legends Awards set to honor Hathaway, Johnson, and other luminaries, Disney fans can look forward to a special celebration that not only pays tribute to past achievements but also builds excitement for the future of Disney storytelling.