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Variety Honors Joan Collins, Stars at Power of Women London

6/4/2026

Summary

Story summary

Variety staged its Power of Women London ceremony at The Chancery Rosewood Hotel on June 3, 2026, with Lifetime and Ania Magliano presenting and Dea Lawrence opening.
Honorees Hannah Waddingham, Suki Waterhouse, Emilia Clarke, Cynthia Erivo and Emma Corrin highlighted careers and support for Make-A-Wish UK and War Child.
Dame Joan Collins received the Icon of the Year award as Waddingham wore a braless gown with a thigh-high split and Erivo a tartan dress with platform heels.

History

Historical Context

Since the Women in Film organization launched the Crystal Award and Lucy Award in 1977 and 1994, respectively, honoring pioneers like Jodie Foster (Crystal Award, 1996), the entertainment industry has paired recognition with fundraising. The 2026 Power of Women London gala at the Chancery Rosewood Hotel continues this legacy, featuring stars such as Hannah Waddingham while supporting Make-A-Wish UK and War Child.

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Story summary

Variety staged its Power of Women London ceremony at The Chancery Rosewood Hotel on June 3, 2026, with Lifetime and Ania Magliano presenting and Dea Lawrence opening.
Honorees Hannah Waddingham, Suki Waterhouse, Emilia Clarke, Cynthia Erivo and Emma Corrin highlighted careers and support for Make-A-Wish UK and War Child.
Dame Joan Collins received the Icon of the Year award as Waddingham wore a braless gown with a thigh-high split and Erivo a tartan dress with platform heels.

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