Kristen Bell to Host 2025 SAG Awards: Nominations Unveiled Amid Wildfire Concerns
It’s that time of year again, folks! The nominations for the 2025 SAG Awards have dropped, promising to deliver plenty of Hollywood glamour—and drama! Let’s dive into this love-fest of talent, albeit with some unforeseen bumps in the road, as the initial live announcement scheduled for Netflix’s YouTube channel was sadly canceled due to wildfires raging in Los Angeles. But hey, the show must go on, and SAG-AFTRA released the full list via a press release instead.
Over in cinematic land, audiences have their eyes glued to the titular roles in “Wicked” and “Emilia Perez,” both of which were expected to snag some nominations after making waves at the Golden Globes. And if you’re a binge-watcher (who isn’t?), shows like “Shogun,” “The Bear,” and iconic whodunit “Only Murders in the Building” are also hoping to see some love from their peers in the acting community.
Mark your calendars because the multi-talented Kristen Bell, known for her roles in “Gossip Girl” and “Frozen,” is returning to host the ceremony on February 23, 2025. It’s like a reunion we actually wanted, as she previously graced the SAG stage back in 2018. Bell mentioned, “I’m honored to be asked back and can’t wait to share the evening with my fellow actors, doing what we do best… celebrating ourselves.” Love the confidence, girl!
Adding to the evening’s star power, Hollywood icon Jane Fonda will be receiving the prestigious Life Achievement Award. Talk about a well-deserved honor! Fonda expressed her deep admiration for SAG-AFTRA in a heartfelt statement, stating, “There’s no honor like the one bestowed on you by your peers.” Definitely a moment to add to her extensive resume, which boasts lifelong contributions to cinema and advocacy for the rights of actors.
With categories ranging from male and female leads to supporting roles and stunt ensembles, the upcoming SAG Awards promise a riveting showcase of talent worth tuning in for. So, as we wait for the big day, check out the list of nominations that includes some jaw-dropping contenders like Adrien Brody for “The Brutalist” and the legendary Pamela Anderson for “The Last Showgirl.” Stay tuned for further updates—Hollywood never sleeps!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and E! Online, Variety, Entertainment Weekly
