New York, Sep 3 - Hollywood legend Morgan Freeman will be honoured for his career achievements at the upcoming Zurich Film Festival in Switzerland.

The 'Million Dollar Baby' star is set to receive the Golden Icon Award, with festival organisers hailing his 'multi-faceted talent, his sense of business and his integrity' for earning him a 'level of respect within and outside the entertainment industry that few others enjoy', reports buzzhollywood.com.

The festival opens Sep 24 and Freeman will be presented with the accolade during the closing night gala Oct 3.