Jean Smart Strikes Gold at 2025 SAG Awards—Even from Afar!
Talk about a powerhouse performance! Jean Smart snagged the award for Outstanding Female Actor in a Comedy Series at the 2025 SAG Awards for her role in the hit show “Hacks,” despite being miles away on location (no biggie, right?). At the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on February 23, presenters Molly Shannon and Kumail Nanjiani delivered her acceptance message, explaining that Smart was busy working. Classic diva move, if you ask me!
In “Hacks,” Smart plays Deborah Vance, a seasoned comedian facing a hilarious generation clash as she tries to revamp her career alongside younger writer Ava (Hannah Einbinder). Smart’s portrayal has critics raving, with The Hollywood Reporter noting her dedication to authenticity in her comedic approach. “I had never been a comedian, so they were the real litmus test. And I passed, I think!” she mused during a prior interview. Well, she clearly did, since she took home the gold!
But let’s not sweep the other nominees under the rug—Kristen Bell was in the running for her role in “Nobody Wants This,” where she charms as a quirky sex podcaster navigating the love world. In a recent chat, she expressed hopes that viewers ponder the complexities of love beyond the traditional fairytale narrative. Meanwhile, Quinta Brunson was up for her beloved character Janine Teagues in “Abbott Elementary,” who viewers have watched grow and evolve over the seasons, especially regarding her fashion choices—yes, it’s an entire character arc! Liza Colón-Zayas’ fierce portrayal in “The Bear,” which recently earned her an Emmy, also had critics buzzing.
It’s clear that the competition was intense, but Smart’s knack for creating layered comedic characters has solidified her as a fan favorite. As she continues to shoot “Hacks,” it’s exciting to think about her next big win—because if history teaches us anything, it’s that Smart is just getting started. So, raise a glass (or a cocktail) to Jean Smart—the unstoppable force of comedy!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and People Magazine, The Hollywood Reporter, Deadline
