Scarlett Johansson is to be honoured with a top acting award at France's version of the Oscars.

The Her actress will be given the honorary Cesar for her movie work over the years.

She will be presented with the accolade at the ceremony on February 28 in Paris.

Scarlett, 29, is now living in the city after getting engaged to French journalist Romain Dauriac last year.

The award is usually given to a foreign actor or actress .

Scarlett follows in the footsteps of Hollywood stars such as Meryl Streep and Kevin Costner, who have previously been given the award. British actress Kate Winslet is also a previous winner.

Source: Press Release