Miles Teller to receive top award at Newport Beach Film Festival

Miles Teller is getting a major award from a Southern California film festival, according to a report from Variety. The actor will be recognized by the Newport Beach Film Festival with its Artist of Distinction Award.

Festival CEO Gregg Schwenk praised Teller in a statement provided to the outlet. "Miles Teller brings extraordinary dedication to every role he takes on," Schwenk said, adding they are "thrilled to celebrate his career."

Teller will be presented with the award at the festival's Honors ceremony on October 18. His upcoming thriller "Paper Tiger" will also screen at the festival that same day.

The Newport Beach Film Festival runs from October 15 to 22. Teller joins a list of other honorees that includes actors KJ Apa, Gemma Chan, Taraji P. Henson, and Jack O'Connell.