Colman Domingo is being honored at Frameline50 with the Variety Creative Conscience Award, presented at the 50th San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival, running June 17-27 at venues across San Francisco, Berkeley, and Oakland. The award recognizes entertainment industry professionals who exemplify commitment to humanitarian, cultural, and charitable causes.
Domingo has a long personal history with both the city and the festival. "I lived in San Francisco from 1991-2001 and went to Frameline every year to see films that told our stories," he said, according to Variety. "The shorts program was my favorite. Ambitious, thought-provoking, thrilling and passionate. I think I found a part of myself as I was becoming a man in the Bay Area. I am extremely honored to receive this award on its 50th anniversary. And Frameline…you look so good at 50."
As an Emmy winner and two-time Academy Award nominee, Domingo's reach extends well beyond performance. Through his Edith Productions banner, he has executive produced "Sing Sing," "It's What's Inside," and the Oscar-shortlisted animated short "New Moon," while co-writing the New York Theatre Workshop premiere "Lights Out: Nat ‘King’ Cole" and co-producing the Tony-nominated play "Fat Ham."
2026 has already been a year of recognition for Domingo. In February, he received the NAACP Image Awards President's Award. "In a world that rewards sharp edges, I want you to be the full breadth of who you are," he has said, per Art Threat. "I want you to understand that your purpose is to be a truth-teller, and I want you to use whatever platform, gifts, and talents that you have been given to be of service."
Frameline50 closes June 27, marking half a century of the festival as a pillar of queer cinema in America.