nd so it goes. The 2010 Academy Awards were wonderful. I really enjoyed watching the (long-ass) broadcast from my command post for almost four hours. ABC really should have started at 8pm. And they really should not bring back Kathy Ireland next year. She was not good. Not natural, not poised, not comfortable. Not good.
I spent most of the night recapping red carpet looks for Socialite Life, and I think I speak for most people when I say that the stars brought their A-game (except for Clooney and his Italian minx, Elisabetta Canalis. She looked generic and he looked old/tired). Was in LAVA with SJP’s buttery Chanel dress. The makeup, the hair. Everything worked. She could wear Laura Ashley and make it look good.
The Show
Co-hosts Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin made me laugh out loud. They did such a great job. Then scenes of them spoofing Paranormal Activity (I’m always game for a slap across the face) and the snuggie-for-two were AMAZING. I especially liked that they took digs at the younger presenters who were up wayyy past their bed time (Miley, Zac, Taylor, Kristen).
Even though I didn’t want her to win (I was pulling for Carey Mulligan), Sandra Bullock gave the speech of her career. It was perfect. I laughed, I cried. I figured out why the Academy gave her this Oscar. She’s a great actress, I’ll give you that. The Academy loves a great speech, and Bullock gave it to them. I think Nana was upset with me when I told her I didn’t think Sandy should win the Oscar. Loved the red lipstick. I’ve included her speech here for those who missed it.
I can’t really think of any other highlights. Tina Fey and Robert Downey Jr. were very funny. Just read what the writer put on the script, silly actor. Don’t deviate. Oh, and who was that old bat who stormed the stage? Crazy lady in leggings.
It bewilders me that awards season is over. I loved every moment of it (well, not every moment. There were a few low points). What did you love/hate about last night’s Oscars?
Hooray For Hollywood, playahs.
Steve and Alec were brilliant and I hope they are back next year. I always loved when Billy Crystal hosted, but I would be very happy to see this duo again. I'm happy for Sandra. She looked fabulous last night and her speech was perfect. I didn't love a lot of the movies out so I'm hoping for more this time aorund. Great post, TB!!!