The Edward Albert Jr. Award

The Edward Albert Jr. Award was established by the Red Nation Celebration Institute in 2006 to honor Edward Albert Jr.’s legacy of dedication to environmental conservation and cultural diversity.

A passionate advocate, Albert balanced his acting career with activism, using his platform to champion environmental and Indigenous causes. He served on the California Coastal Commission and the California Native American Heritage Commission, leaving a lasting impact through his commitment to protecting the land and uplifting diverse communities.

Each year, the Red Nation International Film Festival Honors individuals with the ‘The Edward Albert Jr. Award’ for their contributions to the American Indian. The Edward Albert Jr. Award is presented at RNCI Red Nation Awards in the month of November in Beverly Hills CA.

Edward Albert Jr. Award is endorsed by the Albert family. Each year Tai Woodville (Albert) presents the prestigious award to individuals. 

The only son of Green Acres (1965) star Eddie Albert and Mexican actress/dancer Margo, Edward Laurence Albert managed to come out from under his father’s strong shadow and make a gallant showing of his own as a gifted thespian.

Edward Albert Jr best known for ‘Butterflies Are Free’ (1972) with Goldie Hawn.

The Edward Albert Jr Award was established in 2006

Edward Albert Jr.

Past recipients

Michael Salama, Gastón Zilberman 2025

Ed Begley Jr. 2018

Cesar Chavez 2014

David Llauger Meiselman 2014

Dave Singleton 2010

Esai Morales 2010

Edward James Olmos 2009

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