Pudding spokesperson Joanna S.B. O’Leary ’03 said the theatrical group chose Parker and Willis because “they epitomized two very seasoned actors.”

Parker began her career in the entertainment business as a child actress in Broadway productions such as The Innocents and Annie. Since then she has built a successful film and television career, starring in movies like “Miami Rhapsody” and “State and Main.” She has recently garnered critical acclaim for her portrayal of “Carrie Bradshaw” on the hit television show “Sex and the City,” winning three “Best Actress” Golden Globes in a row.

Willis also got his first big break on the stage, as the lead in the 1984 off-Broadway hit, “Fool for Love.” He went on to star in the television series “Moonlighting,” winning a Golden Globe Award and an Emmy Award for his part. He is best known for his prolific movie career, with credits including the action movie trilogy “Die Hard,” “Pulp Fiction,” and “Armegeddon.” He recently gained recognition as a dramatic actor in the 1999 critical and commercial success, “The Sixth Sense.”

Aside from the public festivities, the cast and crew of the Pudding will have a chance to talk with Parker and Willis informally about their careers and ask questions about the entertainment industry.

The Pudding established the Woman of the Year award in 1951 and the Man of the Year award in 1963. Drew Barrymore and Anthony Hopkins were last year’s recipients.

—Staff writer Anne K. Kofol can be reached at kofol@fas.harvard.edu.