SJR47 Summary

• Commends Octavia Spencer, a native of Montgomery, Alabama, for winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Minny in the 2011 film "The Help"

• Spencer became only the second native Alabamian to win an Academy Award and also received the 2012 Golden Globe and BAFTA for Best Supporting Actress for the same role

• Highlights Spencer's education including graduation from Jefferson Davis High School in Montgomery in 1988 and a bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts from Auburn University with majors and minors in English, journalism, and theater

• Recognizes Spencer's extensive film and television career, including appearances in "A Time to Kill," "Seven Pounds," "The Soloist," and numerous other productions

• Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided to Spencer with the legislature's tribute and praise for bringing honor to the State of Alabama