# Newport Beach Film Festival Honors

> Taraji P. Henson and Hollywood stars celebrate at 2026 festival honors brunch.
- Title: Newport Beach Film Festival Honors · Deadline | Shortify
- Summary: Taraji P. Henson and Hollywood stars celebrate at 2026 festival honors brunch. Taraji P. Henson and casting director Sarah Finn spoke at Newport Beach Film…
- Keywords: taraji p henson, newport beach film festival, 27th annual festival honors, brunch, sarah finn, balboa bay resort, october 18, actors to watch, entertainment, culture, Newport, Beach
- Source: Deadline — https://deadline.com/2026/10/newport-beach-film-festival-2026-honors-brunch-1237170107
- Author: Destiny Jackson
- Published: 2026-10-21T20:45:15+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: taraji p henson, newport beach film festival, 27th annual festival honors, brunch, sarah finn, balboa bay resort, october 18, actors to watch, entertainment, culture
## Taraji P. Henson
Taraji P. Henson reflected on the power of art to defend dignity and create possibility.
## Sarah Finn
Sarah Finn celebrated the collaborative work behind bringing stories to life.
## Festival Honors Brunch
Held Oct. 18 at Balboa Bay Resort, the event brought together Hollywood veterans and emerging talent for a celebration of artists and craftspeople helping shape the coming awards season.
## Key takeaway

Taraji P. Henson and casting director Sarah Finn spoke at Newport Beach Film Festival's 27th annual honors brunch on Oct. 18.