Viola Davis on legacy, feeling worthy & the impact of your actions | Bazaar UK

Viola Davis urged for everyone in the room at the 2022 Women of the Year Awards – or indeed, anyone anywhere – to consider their own legacy, during a powerful speech about the impact that our actions have on others. The actress received a standing ovation as she took to the stage to receive the night s Icon award from her co-star in The Woman King, Lashana Lynch. She began her speech by quoting the existential psychologist Irvin Yalom, before going on to discuss the vital importance of feeling like you re worthy. "When the last person who has a memory of you dies, that s when you ll truly be dead," she said. "That means a lot to me because I want to live forever." The annual awards is a celebration of women from across the worlds of film, television, art, culture and literature – and sees women celebrating women. Above Lashana Lynch presents Viola Davis with her award. Don t miss out on our latest video ►► https://bit.ly/SubscribetoBazaarUk // ABOUT BAZAAR UK // The essential edit of chic, high-end style delivered with editorial flair, Harper s Bazaar UK is your source for red carpet moments, beauty and skincare, catwalk fashion trends from the runway, celebrity interviews and coverage of the hottest A-list events.