Dame Helen Mirren visited the City of David’s archaeological site of ancient Jerusalem in Israel recently with Mayor Nir Barkat.
The Oscar winning actress in town hosted the Genesis Prize award ceremony and received the Jerusalem of Gold Award for Excellence in the Arts and Humanities given to her by Jerusalem’s Mayor.
Mirren “has inspired millions through her artistic craftsmanship and devotion to bettering the world,” a statement from the mayor’s office says. The award “recognizes outstanding individuals who have achieved worldwide renown for their inspirational work” and “have used their platform to positively impact the world.”