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Article: Melvin Van Peebles, Legendary Film Pioneer, Receives DaimlerChrysler 'Behind the Lens' Award.
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- October 25, 2004
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- Award includes $25,000 donation to the Melvin Van Peebles Foundation - Hollywood turns out to celebrate Van Peebles at award brunch
Trailblazing filmmaker Melvin Van Peebles was presented with DaimlerChrysler "Behind the Lens" award at a star-studded awards luncheon in California held Sunday, October 24, 2004. Van Peebles received the award at the Casa Del Mar Hotel in Santa Monica in recognition of his significant contributions behind the scenes of the entertainment industry. In addition to the award, DaimlerChrysler donated $25,000 to the Melvin Van Peebles Foundation.
During emotional acceptance remarks after a song sung to him by vocalist Lalah ...