Her iconic acting career spans a whopping five decades and has netted her an Oscar, a BAFTA and a Golden Globe.
And Helen Mirren looked like Hollywood royalty as she attended her Homage and Honorary Golden Bear award ceremony during the 70th Berlinale International Film Festival on Thursday.
The Queen actress, 74, dazzled as she donned a black and silver ballgown adorned with holographic gems on one of the most special nights in her career.
Icon: Helen Mirren looked like Hollywood royalty as she attended her Homage and Honorary Golden Bear award ceremony during the 70th Berlinale International Film Festival on Thursday
The stunning gown teased a glimpse of the Prime Suspect star’s ample cleavage, covered by a sheer mesh overlay studded with crystals.
Adding extra sparkle, the gown boasted a metallic silver collar and sleeves before flaring out into an extravagant skirt.
The skirt was adorned with thousands of crystals, with the Red star boosting her height with black stiletto heels.
Shimmer: The Queen actress, 74, dazzled as she donned a black and silver ballgown adorned with holographic gems on one of the most special nights in her career
Wow: Adding extra sparkle, the gown boasted a metallic silver collar and sleeves before flaring out into an extravagant skirt
Shimmer: The skirt was adorned with thousands of crystals, with the Red star boosting her height with black stiletto heels
In her honour: Helen was awarded with the Golden Bear during the event
Delighted: Helen put on an animated display as she accepted the coveted award
Delighted: Helen couldn’t help but smile as she held her award aloft
Her platinum bob was styled sleek and straight while the acclaimed actress added a pop of colour with scarlet lipstick.
Earlier in the day Helen appeared in great spirits as she celebrated her Honorary Golden Bear and Homage award at a photocall at Germany’s Grand Hyatt Hotel.
The Woman In Gold actress put on an animated display as she took to the red carpet in her favourite Radiohead blazer, emblazoned with a Union Jack flag and the words ‘Karma Police’ – the name of the band’s 1997 hit single.
Pose: Her platinum bob was styled sleek and straight while the acclaimed actress added a pop of colour with scarlet lipstick (above with Iris Berben)
Wow: Helen looked suitably regal as she posed for the cameras
Chat: Helen joined Minister of State for Culture and the Media Monika Gruetters on the red carpet
Stars: Iris Berben and Nik Xhelilaj posed up on the red carpet
Nailing edgy chic, the screen star caught the eye in her statement jacket, which also featured a beaded collar and matching pockets.
The media personality injected a touch of sophistication to her appearance with straight-leg trousers, a plain blouse and leather boots.
With her naturally grey tresses dressed into glossy curls, Helen complemented her youthful-looking complexion with a matte make-up look.
Oscar-winning performance: One of Helen’s most iconic roles was as Queen Elizabeth II in The Queen, which garnered her an Academy Award in 2007
Breakout hit: Helen became a household name thanks to her role in Prime Suspect, which she won Best Actress at the British Academy Television Awards
Iconic: Helen also played alongside Julie Walters in Calendar Girls
Recent hit: Helen can now be seen in Catherine The Great
The thespian previously wore the bold jacket when she performed Freestyle Love Supreme alongside Freestyle Love Supreme on Broadway back in November.
Helen, who has appeared in movies including The Madness of King George and The Last Station, received the honour for her contributions to the film industry.
An award ceremony in celebration of her Honorary Golden Bear will be held on Thursday evening at the Berlinale Palast, and will feature a screening of one of her biggest film’s to date, Stephen Frears’ 2006 hit The Queen.
On her achievement, Mariette Rissenbeek, Executive Director of the Berlinale, said: ‘Helen Mirren is a strong personality whose powerful portrayals are always impressive.
Cheery: Earlier in the day Helen appeared in great spirits as she celebrated her Honorary Golden Bear and Homage award at a photocall at Germany ‘s Grand Hyatt Hotel
Bold: The Woman In Gold actress put on an animated display as she took to the red carpet in her favourite Radiohead blazer
Elegant: Nailing edgy chic, the screen star caught the eye in her statement jacket, which also featured a beaded collar and matching pockets
Filled with love: Helen blew kisses at onlookers as she was centre stage
Making a statement: The thespian previously wore the jacket when she performed improvised rap musical Freestyle Love Supreme alongside Ian McKellen on Broadway in November
Standing tall: The media personality injected a touch of sophistication to her appearance with straight-leg trousers, a plain blouse and leather boots
Radiant: With her naturally grey tresses dressed into glossy curls, Helen complemented her youthful-looking complexion with a matte make-up look
Impressive: Her prosperous acting career spans a whopping five decades
Look at it! She ensured attendees were treated to a glimpse of her quirky piece
‘She surprises us time and again with her interpretation of complex characters – whether it’s Chris in Calendar Girls or Queen Elizabeth II in The Queen, her portrayals are a paradigm of strong women.
‘It is our great pleasure to award her the Honorary Golden Bear for her lifetime achievement.’
The Berlinale have honoured a series of Helen’s blockbuster films under their Homage category, including 1989’s The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover, last year’s The Good Liar, The Last Station from 2009, 1980 movie The Long Good Friday, and The Queen.
This year’s festival, which showcases the best films of international cinema, kicked off on February 20 and is due to conclude on March 1.
All eyes on her: She was pictured engaging in a chat with her bodyguard as she greeted waiting fans
Off she goes: The Hobbs & Shaw actress signed autographs for fans before heading into a black taxi
The outing comes after she touched on speculation that BBC are planning to scrap its licence fee in favour of a Netflix-style subscription service.
Speaking at the Kiln Theatre in Kilburn, North London, Helen told The Daily Mail: ‘I think that the licence fee has had its day. Possibly, I think it is on its way out.’
Last year, Dame Helen joined fellow stars Angela Rippon and Sir Lenny Henry in signing an open letter which called for the reinstatement of free TV licences for all over-75s.
Helen has been married to American filmmaker Taylor Hackford, who was the director of her 1985 film White Nights, since 1997.
In character: A ceremony in celebration of her Honorary Golden Bear will be held on Thursday evening at the Berlinale Palast, and will screen Stephen Frears’ 2006 hit The Queen (pictured)
The Cal star has been busy filming comedy drama The Duke alongside British actor Jim Broadbent.
The film is based on the true story of a British pensioner who, in 1961, was prosecuted for stealing Goya’s Portrait of the Duke of Wellington from London’s National Gallery in 1961.
Helen will be seen next on the big screen in the latest installment of the Fast & Furious franchise, F9, set for release on May 22.