Golden evening for Hollywood: Last Sunday, the SAG Awards were presented in Santa Monica, California – the trophies of the US actors’ association Screen Actors Guild. After two years of online award ceremonies and distanced award shows, it was the first time members of the film industry were able to get close once more. Accordingly, many celebrities greeted each other with kisses or hugged each other like Will Smith (53) and Vanessa Hudgens (33). US superstar Lady Gaga (35), who was nominated for an award for her performance in “House of Gucci”, also took the opportunity to present her
“A Star Is Born” co-star Bradley Cooper (47) to heart.
Chastain and Smith awarded
Jessica Chastain (44) and Will Smith (53) received the award for best leading role. Smith picked up the first SAG trophy of his career for his role in King Richard. Chastain prevailed as the eccentric TV evangelist Tammy Faye (1942-2007) in “The Eyes of Tammy Faye” once morest Lady Gaga and Nicole Kidman (54).
The British actress Helen Mirren (76), who later snuggled up to “Batman” actor Michael Keaton (70), was honored with the award for her life’s work. “Life’s work, that sounds so great,” Mirren explained in her acceptance speech. “I assume I’m still alive, so I guess I’m suitable by that standard,” joked the Oscar winner, revealing her mantra behind her success: “Be on time and don’t be an ass.”
Gaga and Douglas commemorate Ukraine
Not only the best actresses and actors in Hollywood were honored at the glamorous award evening. Many stars also remembered the war in Ukraine and the people affected by it. “My heart beats for Ukraine,” said Lady Gaga on the red carpet. “I think tonight we should all sit together in gratitude.”
Film star Michael Douglas (77), who wore a blue and yellow handkerchief reminiscent of the Ukrainian flag, also agreed with this opinion. “If there was ever a time when we appreciated what true democracy is, it’s now,” said the “Basic Instinct” star. “I’m so proud of what the people of this country have done.”
The SAG Awards were presented for the 28th time. In the US film industry, they are seen as a harbinger of the upcoming Oscars at the end of March.
