The Fun Story Behind Kathy Bates Commiserating With Meryl Streep After They Lost Their Oscar Together: ‘I’ll Have What She’s Having’

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Kathy Bates and Meryl Streep are undeniably legendary and esteemed actresses in the film industry. The fact that they shared a heartwarming cinematic connection following their Academy Award losses is simply priceless, an event that transpired before their current shows garnered widespread anticipation on our 2025 TV lineup.

As a passionate film enthusiast, I recently had the pleasure of being a guest on Jesse Tyler Ferguson’s podcast, “Dinner’s on Me.” During our chat, the talented actress who starred in “Misery” opened up about her delightful experience working on Paramount+’s “Matlock,” reminisced about award shows past, and shared an unforgettable moment with the esteemed “Doubt” actor. Reflecting on her 2003 Supporting Actress loss to Catherine Zeta-Jones from “Chicago,” she expressed:

“Looking back, I couldn’t be more grateful for the experience and the incredible talent I shared the stage with that night.

This situation strongly resembled an iconic confrontation between Joan Crawford and Bette Davis: We both placed our evening bags forcefully on the bar, ordered the same drink – straight vodka, no fuss – and clinked glasses in a show of solidarity. It was quite a memorable encounter.

This tale between two esteemed actresses is simply priceless, brimming with the aura of old Hollywood as Bates puts it. The dialogue is rich and authentic, making it a remarkable behind-the-scenes moment in Tinseltown – one I consider unforgettable. Here’s to hoping our future award shows maintain this charm, they’ve set a strong precedent indeed.

A former student of the Titanic shared his delight at the backstage Oscar experience, later revealing insights about the true emotions of the two veterans. He said, “…explaining their real feelings.

It truly was a significant moment. As we faced each other, we clinked glasses and the desire in our hearts was evident, reflected in our eyes. We both must have felt that we were on the verge of achieving what we yearned for so deeply, thinking, ‘We’re almost there.’

Twenty years ago, they shared a delightful and noteworthy Academy Award encounter. Regrettably, neither is gracing the near-final awards ceremony this year. However, both have been associated with significant productions. Bates has garnered a Golden Globe nomination this year and has received numerous award whispers for her heartfelt Matlock Christmas episode. In contrast, the highly acclaimed Only Murders in the Building continues to captivate audiences, preparing for another season – here’s what we can anticipate for Season 5 of OMITB thus far.

As Matlock takes a midseason hiatus in late January, Kathy Bates might not linger on the recent loss for too long. With both her show and Meryl Streep’s continuing to receive tremendous acclaim, there will be much to cheer about. Here’s hoping for another memorable exchange between them at this year’s award ceremonies; although, it’s difficult to top Bates telling Streep, “I’ll have what she’s having.

As a movie enthusiast, I’d highly recommend you to tune in to Paramount+ starting from January 30th at 9 p.m. EST for an exceptional performance by Kathy Bates in the series ‘Matlock’. If you haven’t caught up yet, this is your chance to be part of the latest episodes!

On a different note, if you’re interested in Jack Nicholson’s heart-wrenching portrayal in ‘About Schmidt’, it’s readily available on various Video On Demand (VOD) services. Enjoy the cinematic journey!

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2025-01-15 21:07