The Sex and the City star will make his debut as a judge for the prestigious Booker Prize, which selects the best works of world literature.
Sarah Jessica Parker, known to viewers from the TV series Sex and the City and Just Like That, is about to try herself in a new role. The actress will be one of the jury members of the prestigious Booker Prize, one of the most influential literary awards in the world.
This time, the celebrity won’t receive the award, but will decide which of the authors deserves the top prize of £50,000.
Her passion for literature occupies an important place in the life of the actress. Sarah is the founder of her own publishing house, SJP Lit, Chairman Emeritus of the Central Book Club of the American Library Association, and a board member of United for Libraries.
In addition to Parker, the award jury included writers Ayobami Adebayo and Kylie Reid, TV presenter Chris Power and 1997 Man Booker Prize winner Roddy Doyle.
A longlist of 12-13 works will be announced in July 2025, followed by a shortlist of six finalists in September. The winner will be announced in November. In addition to the main prize, shortlisted participants will receive £2.5 thousand.
The Booker Prize is a landmark event in English-language and world literature, attracting readers and industry professionals every year.
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