Ricky Gervais sends message to fearful Hollywood stars ahead of Golden Globes: 'Relax'

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Publicists from more than 100 firms that represent nearly all of the talent in Hollywood have sent a letter to the HFPA to demand “transformational change” within the organization.

COVID-19 jab.The comedian took to Twitter to share a pic getting the vaccine with the caption: “Take that you COVID C***!”.Gervais is among a number of celebrities who have recently received the COVID vaccine including Sir Ian McKellen, Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton.Take that, you COVID Cunt! pic.twitter.com/gkxH5bxTwC— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) March 11, 2021It comes after Gervais previously spoke out against those “complaining” from privileged positions while the NHS fought the virus in

Rita Wilson is “grateful for [her] health” after her battle with COVID-19. The 64-year-old actress and singer was struck with the virus alongside her husband Tom Hanks exactly a year ago, and has now said she is thankful they were both able to recover from the illness, because she understands many people have not been so lucky.

Jodie Foster made a very special shout-out during her Golden Globes acceptance speech Sunday.

Man, oh man! There’s no question that the ladies brought their best fashion game to the 2021 Golden Globes, but we need to take a beat to recognize the guys that turned up the temperature on the red carpet. From their well-tailored suits to bright colored tuxes, the men in Hollywood simply sizzeled!

Returning co-hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler kicked off the 78th annual Golden Globes with a funny and topical opening monologue, addressing COVID-19 and the lack of diverse representation within the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. The duo took the stage from opposite coasts for the first time in Golden Globes history, with Fey hosting live from the Rainbow Room in New York City and Poehler from inside the Beverly Hilton, where the awards show normally takes place.

Jane Fonda used her Golden Globes acceptance speech to discuss the issue of representation in Hollywood. 

It’s that time of year again—where the biggest names in Hollywood get all glammed up, gather in front of their webcams, and wait for their Zoom meeting to begin so they can find out who won this year’s Golden Globes. With COVID-19 still a major issue in the US and around the world, this year’s 78th Annual Golden Globes Awards did things a bit differently, as the ceremony was mostly a digital affair but with some familiar elements.

Daniel D'Addario Chief TV CriticThe Golden Globes are facing down a scandal that has felt, in moments over the past week, practically existential, with Los Angeles Times reporting indicating both a systemic and corrupt self-dealing and a total lack of Black members.

It was a huge night celebrating movies, television shows, and more at the 2021 Golden Globes!

Hollywood and New York were able to get dressed up again for the Virtual Golden Globes with some faces appearing we haven’t seen in ages.

Also Read: Watch Tina Fey and Amy Poehler's Opening Monologue From the Golden Globes (Video)Earlier this week, Time’s Up led Hollywood in criticizing the HFPA after the Los Angeles Times reported that none of the organization’s 87 members are Black, despite the push for diversity in Hollywood since the #OscarsSoWhite campaign launched in 2015.

Golden Globes staple Ricky Gervais jokes Hollywood can "relax" during this year's award show. The 59-year-old comedian has become all-but-synonymous with the Globes, having hosted a record five times, and is known for his scathing monologues, including last year's which took aim at streaming services, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) and more.