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Film academy invites 529 new members, including Jenna Ortega, the Safdie brothers and Jacob Elordi
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· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The academy has extended invitations to 529 individuals, marking a significant expansion of its membership.
In the world of film, a notable development has taken place with the invitation of new members to a prestigious academy. The academy has extended invitations to 529 individuals, marking a significant expansion of its membership. Among the new invitees are several recognizable names in the entertainment industry.
These include actors and other industry professionals such as Jenna Ortega, Jacob Elordi, and Simu Liu. Other notable invitees are Teyana Taylor and Josh O'Connor. For more information on this development and the full list of new members, readers can refer to the source, ABC13 Houston.
Further details are available from this source, providing a more comprehensive look at the new additions to the academy.
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Category: local Published: June 25, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) Reading time: 1 min
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