Ralph Fiennes Gives a Heartfelt Shout-Out to Stanley Tucci at SAG Awards
At the recent 31st Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards, Ralph Fiennes took center stage to accept the award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for his film “Conclave.” While Fiennes was surrounded by his talented co-stars, he made sure to give a special nod to the absent Stanley Tucci, who was notably missing from the celebration. “We’re missing the wonderful Stanley Tucci, Brían F. O’Byrne, and many, many others of our great cast,” Fiennes acknowledged during his acceptance speech. Despite the glitz and glamour of Hollywood nights out, Tucci’s absence remained a mystery, as no specific reason was provided for his non-attendance at the event.
Fiennes was joined on stage by actors including John Lithgow and Isabella Rossellini, as well as Sergio Castellitto, while the director of “Conclave,” Edward Berger, also received his fair share of accolades from Fiennes. The actor emphasized the sense of community and teamwork among the cast and crew, a theme that has been echoed throughout this awards season, reminding audiences about the importance of collaboration in the industry.
In case you haven’t been following along, “Conclave” has been on quite the roll lately, claiming its second consecutive win after snagging the Best Film award at last week’s BAFTAs, solidifying its status as a major contender as we gear up for the Academy Awards next month. This year’s award season has already seen some surprising victories, leaving critics and audiences alike buzzing about which films and performers will ultimately take home gold at the Oscars scheduled for March 1.
Interestingly, SAG-AFTRA has specific eligibility rules for award recognition, and while the entire ensemble is credited with the win, only those with “single-card billing” were able to accept the actual statuette—meaning some talented folks will have to settle for a glorified certificate instead. But hey, at least they can put that on the fridge!
As Fiennes wrapped up his speech, he reflected on the beautiful bond that unites actors and filmmakers: “What we’re celebrating is our community,” he said, leaving a lasting impression that goes beyond the red carpet.
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and Entertainment Weekly, The Hollywood Reporter, BAFTA, Variety
