A Dream Meeting at the Golden Globes
British actress Aimee Lou Wood experienced a career highlight at the 2024 Golden Globes, achieving a lifelong dream by meeting her Hollywood hero, Julia Roberts. The Sex Education star, 31, took to Instagram to share a joyful snapshot of the pair, accompanied by an effusive caption praising the iconic actress.
Wood described the encounter as something that "surpassed all her dreams," calling Roberts "the kindest, realest and most generous woman." She concluded her glowing tribute by declaring Roberts not just "the ultimate movie star" but, more importantly, "the ultimate human."
Style and Stardom on the Red Carpet
The meeting came after both actresses graced the red carpet at the Los Angeles ceremony in striking black ensembles. Aimee Lou Wood turned heads in a dramatic, asymmetrical off-the-shoulder gown, while Julia Roberts, 58, exuded timeless chic in an elegant black velvet dress.
Roberts was nominated for Best Actress in a Motion Picture for her role in After the Hunt, though she ultimately lost the award to Jessie Buckley. Despite not winning, the veteran star commanded significant attention, receiving a standing ovation when she took the stage to present the award for Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy.
Addressing a Viral Moment
Aimee's adoring post emerged amidst online discussion about another of Julia Roberts' interactions at the event. Singer-actress Teyana Taylor, celebrating her first Golden Globe nomination, also met Roberts for the first time.
A clip from their exchange went viral, with Roberts heard telling Taylor she was "teeny tiny" and joking "You need to eat a sandwich." Some viewers online interpreted the comments as body-shaming.
However, Teyana Taylor directly addressed the backlash during an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. She clarified that Roberts' comment was made affectionately because "she couldn't find my waist." Taylor described the moment as "so cute" and "so amazing," stating she was not offended and genuinely cherished the encounter.
"She came through like Moses," Taylor said, recalling how Roberts parted the crowd to reach her. "I just dived into her arms. It was just the cutest moment and I started crying." Her account firmly put to rest any controversy, painting a picture of a generous and warm interaction between two admirers.
The 2024 Golden Globes thus provided two distinct, positive narratives centred on Julia Roberts: one of a young actress's dream realised, and another of a moment of genuine connection that was warmly received by its recipient.
