Los Angeles, Nov. 10 -- Veteran filmmaker Ridley Scott will not attend the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 17th annual Governors Awards in person, where he is set to receive an honorary Oscar, and will instead accept the honour remotely, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The 88-year-old filmmaker, who is based in London and will turn 89 on November 30, underwent a minor medical procedure last week and has been advised not to fly while recovering, sources told The Hollywood Reporter.

However, Scott's wife, children and grandchildren will travel to Los Angeles to attend the celebration. The filmmaker also pre-recorded his acceptance speech last week, which will be played during the ceremony on Sunday night.

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