The Golden Eve ceremony held Tuesday night at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills ushered in a momentous tribute to two distinguished actresses, Sarah Jessica Parker and Helen Mirren, in anticipation of this weekend’s Golden Globes. Matthew Broderick, herself a notable figure in entertainment and Parker's husband for nearly three decades, presented his wife the Carol Burnett Award, a prestigious recognition awarded for lifetime achievement in television.
Reflecting on Parker's historic role as Carrie Bradshaw in the 1990s groundbreaking series "Sex and the City," Broderick recalled cautioning her before she accepted the part, jokingly questioning if television was the right path for her. Parker's portrayal would go on to earn her six Golden Globes and two Emmy Awards, marking a pioneering moment in her career that significantly shaped her public and professional identity. Speaking upon receiving the award, Parker expressed heartfelt gratitude, naming acting a privilege and a lifelong dream. The Golden Eve event streams on CBS on Thursday and serves as a dedicated platform highlighting honorary career achievements distinct from the traditional Golden Globes ceremony, which will also honor both Parker and Mirren.
Helen Mirren, renowned for her versatile screen presence and acclaimed performances, was awarded the Cecil B. DeMille Award, an honor recognizing lifetime achievement in entertainment. Mirren offered a contemplative acceptance, framing this accolade not as a conclusion but as an ongoing recognition of a career characterized by resilience, passion, and enduring dedication to her craft.
Harrison Ford, who himself was a past recipient of the DeMille Award in 2002 and co-star with Mirren in both "The Mosquito Coast" (1985) and the current series "1923," presented Mirren with the award. He lauded her commanding presence and her ability to fully embody characters, emphasizing her captivating intensity especially when