Pamela Anderson will receive amfAR's Award of Courage at amfAR Venezia, a fundraising gala held on Sunday, 6 September 2026 at the Molino Stucky in Venice during the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. amfAR CEO Kyle Clifford praised her as "an outstanding and iconic actress" who has consistently used her platform to champion important causes, calling her courage "an inspiration to us all." The recognition adds to a run of critical acclaim for Anderson, who has been rebuilding her career in recent years.

Anderson will share the spotlight with artist Marina Abramović, who will receive amfAR's Award of Inspiration, while Taika Waititi hosts an evening featuring performances from Bebe Rexha and Mimi Webb. The gala, which raises funds for HIV research and global health initiatives, follows past honours for figures including Antonio Banderas, Richard Gere and Julian Schnabel. Anderson's own recent successes include a Golden Globe-nominated turn in The Last Showgirl and a role in Paramount's Naked Gun reboot.