Jennifer Coolidge gives hilariously chaotic acceptance speech at Golden Globes
Updated | By Breakfast with Martin Bester
American actress Jennifer Coolidge has gone viral after her acceptance speech during the 80th Golden Globe Awards.
Whether they were laughing or crying, there was not a dry eye during Jennifer Coolidge's heartfelt yet chaotic Golden Globes acceptance speech.
The 'American Pie' actress won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress in a Television Limited Series or Motion Picture for her role as Tanya McQuoid on 'The White Lotus'.
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Before starting her speech, the actress put her award on the ground, saying, "I don't work out! I can't hold it that long." This hilarious comment set the tone for the now viral acceptance speech.
Coolidge started off by thanking "the five people" who have helped keep her career going through the years, which included 'The White Lotus' creator Mike White.
White couldn't hold back his tears as Coolidge expressed her gratitude towards him.
"You've given me a new beginning," she said. "Even if this is the end, because you did kill me off, you changed my life in a million different ways. My neighbours are speaking to me—things like that!"
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"He really is one of the greatest people I've met," she continued.
The rest of the attendees were left cackling due to her charismatic nature and chaotic humour.
Coolidge finally ended her speech by saying: "I just want to say; this is really a fun night. Thank you. Thank you!"
Another moment including Jennifer Coolidge went viral after she presented the nominees and winner for Best Performance by an Actor in a Music/Comedy or Drama television series.
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During her presentation, Coolidge accidentally presented the award as an Oscar award before correcting herself.
"And the Oscar goes to... Oh, no, no, wait! Golden Globe, Golden Globe, Golden Globe."
Here's a look at some fashion that walked the red carpet at the 80th Golden Globes:
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