Did philippe petit get an award?

Yes, Philippe Petit received several awards for his remarkable tightrope walking, particularly for his famous 1974 walk between the Twin Towers in New York City. He was awarded the prestigious “Ramon Magsaysay Award for Peace and International Understanding” in 1984, and his story was further celebrated in the documentary "Man on Wire," which won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 2009. Additionally, he has been recognized in various other forums for his contributions to art and performance.