At the 29th Annual Critics Choice Awards in Los Angeles, Jennifer Aniston once again sported her iconic ‘The Rachel’ haircut, which she had also showcased at the Golden Globes. Her hair was styled with a slight wave and a middle part, complementing her stunning look on the red carpet.
The actress flaunted her toned figure in a stylish custom Dolce&Gabbana black bustier top and matching pants, adding a touch of elegance with a long train. Jennifer kept her accessories minimal, wearing only a single ring and a set of earrings while leaving her neckline bare.
Her acclaimed show, The Morning Show, received six nominations in the TV categories at the awards ceremony, proving to be a strong contender for the best drama series title.
Jennifer Aniston sported her iconic ‘The Rachel’ hairstyle as she walked the red carpet at the 29th Annual Critics Choice Awards in Los Angeles this past Sunday.
The gorgeous actress embodied her iconic role as Rachel from the beloved TV show Friends once more, as she was spotted in a look reminiscent of the character from 1994.
At the recent Golden Globes, the beautiful actress made a statement by rocking a classic hairstyle once again. Jennifer and Reese Witherspoon were both recognized for their outstanding performances in the best actress category, while Billy Crudup, Nicole Beharie, and Karen Pittman also received well-deserved nominations for their supporting roles.
Jennifer hosted an event at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, exuding elegance and charm in her tailored black bustier top and coordinated pants by Dolce&Gabbana.
Jennifer elevated her stylish outfit by incorporating a dramatic train, complemented by a simple ring and matching earrings, with her bare décolletage remaining unadorned.
Over on TV, The Morning Show is dominating the competition with a whopping six nominations.
The celebrity took a photo with his fellow actress, Reese Witherspoon, during the glamorous event filled with celebrities.
The duo was spotted embracing warmly while walking down the red carpet.
Reese was amazed by Jennifer’s stylish outfit at the event. Barbie’s Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig won the Best Comedy award at the Critics Choice Awards, with a surprise win from Paul Giamatti over Cillian Murphy. The night also saw victories for Emma Stone, Oppenheimer, and Succession. Barbie, a blockbuster movie that made $1.4 billion at the box office, was not originally part of the broadcast but was given the top honor in comedy films. Host Chelsea Handler was not happy about this and demanded an on-air moment for the film. She went off-script and invited Margot and Greta to the stage to accept the award. The duo gave impromptu speeches at the event, which celebrates the best achievements in film and television in 2023.
Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig received the Best Comedy award at the Critics Choice Awards thanks to a demand from host Chelsea Handler. Meanwhile, Paul Giamatti’s surprise win over Cillian Murphy was one of the most unexpected moments of the night. Emma Stone also emerged victorious, winning Best Actress for her role in the film Poor Things. The nominees in each category were tough competition, making the wins even more special. After her win, Emma Stone humbly acknowledged the other nominees in her heartfelt acceptance speech.
The most surprising part of the evening was when Paul Giamatti won over the crowd favorite, Cillian Murphy, for the Best Actor award.
Emma Stone was outstanding as she took home the Best Actress award for her performance in Poor Things. In the film, she plays the character Bella Baxter/Victoria Blessington, a woman resurrected by the unconventional scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter, played by Willem Dafoe.
While Cillian Murphy didn’t win, Oppenheimer had a phenomenal night by winning the prestigious Best Picture award and receiving a total of five awards, including Best Director, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Ensemble.
The evening ended with Oppenheimer triumphing over tough competition such as American Fiction, Barbie, The Color Purple, The Holdovers, Killers of the Flower Moon, Maestro, Past Lives, Poor Things, and Saltburn.
Oppenheimer delves into the life of American scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer and his pivotal role in the creation of the atomic bomb.
Director Christopher Nolan also scooped up the Best Director award for the film, surpassing other talented nominees like Bradley Cooper for Maestro, Greta Gerwig for Barbie, Yorgos Lanthimos for Poor Things, Alexander Payne for The Holdovers, and Martin Scorsese for Killers Of The Flower Moon.
Earlier in the evening, Robert Downey Jr. was recognized with the Best Supporting Actor award for his exceptional performance in Oppenheimer. The 51-year-old actor portrayed Rear Admiral Lewis Strauss, a retired Naval officer and influential figure in the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission (AEC), in the film.
The competition was tough, but Downey Jr. emerged victorious over other nominees such as Sterling K. Brown for American Fiction, Robert De Niro for Killers Of The Flower Moon, Ryan Gosling for Barbie, Charles Melton for May December, and Mark Ruffalo for Poor Things.
Oppenheimer (on the left) and Succession both came out on top, winning Best Picture and Best Drama series, respectively.
Oppenheimer celebrated a big win as it took home the prestigious Best Picture award, triumphing over tough contenders like American Fiction, Barbie, The Color Purple, The Holdovers, Killers of the Flower Moon, Maestro, Past Lives, Poor Things, and Saltburn. Meanwhile, Succession emerged as the standout on the television side, claiming the top spot for Best Drama Series.
The popular drama series beat out strong competitors such as The Crown on Netflix, The Diplomat on Netflix, The Last Of Us on HBO Max, Loki on Disney+, The Morning Show on Apple TV+, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds on Paramount+, and Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty on HBO Max. Executive producer and writer Jesse Armstrong graciously accepted the award, expressing gratitude to HBO for their support and joking about the unique setting of the ceremony in an aircraft hangar.
Succession delves into the intricate world of the Roy family, who wields immense power over the largest media and entertainment company globally. Following the patriarch Logan Roy’s decision to step down from the company, a series of power struggles, events, and drama unfold within the family, ultimately culminating in his death and the question of who will take the reins next.
Although Succession’s onscreen siblings, Sarah Snook and Kieran Culkin, didn’t inherit their father’s throne within the show, they received their own moment of recognition at the Critics Choice Awards on Sunday night.
At the Critics Choice Awards on Sunday, Sarah Snook and Kieran Culkin, who play siblings in the hit show Succession, didn’t manage to take over their onscreen father’s empire like their characters, but they did each have their moment in the spotlight with a well-deserved recognition.
The siblings from the hit HBO series happily displayed their awards in the media room. The Australian actress, 36, and American actor, 41, were honored with the Best Actress and Actor in a Drama Series accolades for their acclaimed performances.
Sarah emerged victorious in a tough category that included well-known names like Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon. Her character, Siobhan ‘Shiv’ Roy, is depicted as a politically savvy individual who navigates the complex world of Waystar, leaving her previous political aspirations behind.
On the other hand, Kieran bested other talented actors such as Tom Hiddleston and Pedro Pascal. The Critics Choice Awards are renowned for recognizing excellence in both film and television, often serving as a precursor to the prestigious Academy Award nominations.