Jane Lynch has been tapped to receive the 14th annual Achievement Award from Outfest.
The Los Angeles-based nonprofit organization dedicated to showcasing and protecting LGBT media will give the prized award to Lynch, who recently received a Golden Globe nomination for her portrayal of Sue Sylvester on Fox's Glee.
Variety reports that the honor will be presented prior to the opening night gala screening on July 8 at the Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles.
The Achievement Award is the organization's highest honor and is given to an actor/actress who has made a significant contribution to LGBT film and media.
"As an actor, comedienne and longtime activist for gay rights issues, Jane has had a profound impact on both mainstream and LGBT audiences," said Kirsten Schaffer, Executive Director of Outfest. "Through her roles in both independent films and blockbuster hits, as well as television, she continually demonstrates her brilliant comedic timing. Jane is funny, fearless and we are proud to honor her this year for her incredible talent, passion and her enduring advocacy for equal rights."
Previous recipients include Don Roos, Jane Anderson, Gregg Araki, Bill Condon, Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman, Todd Haynes, Sir Ian McKellen and Gus Van Sant.
The complete line-up for Outfest 2010 will be announced in late May.
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