CEBU, Philippines - Corinne Foxx, daughter of Jamie Foxx, was named Miss Golden Globe 2016, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) announced Tuesday.
Miss or Mister Golden Globe is chosen to assist at the awards ceremony and is traditionally the son or daughter of an established Hollywood star.
The 21-year-old model and college senior follows in the footsteps of Greer Grammer, daughter of Kelsey Grammer; Sosie Bacon, daughter of Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick; Francesca Eastwood, daughter of Clint Eastwood and Frances Fisher; Sam Fox, son of Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan; Rainey Qualley, daughter of Andie MacDowell; Gia Mantegna, daughter of Joe Mantegna; and Rumer Willis, daughter of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis.
Corinne said: “Throughout the years, I’ve grown up watching my dad establish himself as a well-respected actor. I’m honored that HFPA has given me the opportunity to now share the same stage where he’s been recognized for some of his greatest accomplishments.”
Lorenzo Soria, president of the HFPA said: “Like her father, she leads a fine example of following her dreams and we can’t wait to see what she does next.”
HFPA just announced that they will also be honoring two-time Globe winner Denzel Washington with the Cecil B. Mille Award for “outstanding contributions to the world of entertainment.”
The 73rd annual Golden Globes will air on January 10 and will be hosted by Ricky Gervais. (FREEMAN)