Demi Moore Gets Real: “I Was That Little Girl Who Didn’t Believe”
Demi Moore stole the spotlight at the 2025 SAG Awards with an emotional acceptance speech for her role in “The Substance,” where she navigates the complexities of aging and the desire for youth through a body-horror lens. The 62-year-old actress, who first received her SAG card back in 1978 at just 16, choked up while reflecting on how acting gave her life direction when she felt lost. “It changed my life because it gave me meaning, it gave me purpose,” she said, demonstrating that her journey is as much about personal growth as it is about the accolades.
As she wrapped up her speech, Moore fought back tears while recalling her younger self who lacked self-belief. “That little girl who didn’t believe in herself… the words are beyond me. So, I’m just going to have to say thank you,” she said, leaving audiences teary-eyed and totally rooting for her. Moore’s performance in “The Substance,” which first wowed audiences at the Cannes Film Festival in 2024, is nothing short of a revitalizing comeback, marking an impressive dynamic moment in her career.
In a candid chat with Entertainment Weekly, she admitted to once contemplating her place in Hollywood, much like her character. “I went through a period of even questioning whether this is what I should still be doing,” Demi revealed, touching on a struggle many in the creative industry deal with as they age and face evolving standards. But with her recent accolades, including her first-ever Oscar nomination, it seems she has firmly planted herself back in the spotlight.
Moreover, she’s not just out for the awards; she’s on a mission to connect with the next generation of performers, urging them to value human connection over everything else. Her words remind us all that the biggest victories often happen when we believe in ourselves, a sentiment even echoed by fellow actress Viola Davis. As Moore gears up for the Oscars, fans are excited to see what’s next—because if this weekend was any indication, she’s just getting started!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and Entertainment Weekly, Deadline, Variety, People Magazine
