Hannah Waddingham, the esteemed actress recognized for her roles in "Ted Lasso" and "Game of Thrones," recently captivated attendees at the Women In Film Honors event in Beverly Hills. Her evening was marked by a radiant red carpet appearance alongside the legendary Sharon Stone, who bestowed upon her the prestigious Crystal Award for Advocacy in TV. Beyond the accolades, Waddingham delighted audiences with a series of charming anecdotes, including her rationale for declining an appearance on the reality show "Celebrity Traitors" and a lighthearted recollection involving a dart and a royal.
The red carpet of the Women In Film Honors was abuzz with excitement as Hannah Waddingham, 52, and Sharon Stone, 68, shared a moment of camaraderie and laughter. Waddingham, embracing a playful rock-and-roll spirit, flashed a sign of the horns, sparking an infectious burst of laughter from Stone. The two stars exchanged warm embraces, their genuine joy evident as they posed for photographers. Waddingham was a vision in a backless turquoise satin gown featuring a deep V-neckline, complemented by black heels and elegant chunky gold earrings. Stone, equally stunning, opted for a sophisticated black leather trench dress, paired with tights and statement earrings.
Inside the Beverly Hilton, the celebration continued as Sharon Stone, a Golden Globe and Emmy winner, took to the stage to present Waddingham with the Crystal Award for Advocacy in TV. The event also recognized other prominent figures in film, including Adria Arjona, Gemma Chan, Beth de Araújo, and Salma Hayek Pinault, who received various honors, with Jane Fonda personally presenting Hayek Pinault's award.
During a separate appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Waddingham revealed a curious detail about her career: she turned down an invitation to participate in the first season of "Celebrity Traitors" in the UK. Despite her affection for the BBC program, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, and the fact that her "Ted Lasso" co-star Nick Mohammed was a contestant, Waddingham admitted her fear of the show's challenges, particularly the idea of being buried alive. She humorously stated that she prefers to enjoy the show from the comfort of her home with a glass of red wine and snacks.
Waddingham also shared a couple of other entertaining stories. She proudly declared herself a "three-time offender" of Tom Cruise's famous White Chocolate Coconut Bundt Cake from Doan's Bakery, describing it as an unparalleled sugar high that has spoiled her for all other cakes. Furthermore, she recounted a memorable, albeit slightly clumsy, encounter with Prince William. While playing darts with the future king as part of her support for his Earthshot Prize initiative, Waddingham almost accidentally hit his foot with a dart, remarking on their generally good rapport despite the minor incident.