Zoe Saldana

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Zoe Saldana's BAFTA Speech Could Swap a Sailor for a Sailor! 🌊🎉

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When Zoe Saldana dedicated her BAFTA win to her trans nephew, she delivered a speech that left the audience in stitches!

Zoe Saldana captured the spotlight at the recent BAFTA Awards, where she clinched the coveted Best Supporting Actress award for her performance in the Spanish language film "Emilia Pérez." This cinematic gem employs a dazzling mix of song, dance, and vibrant visuals that intricately weave a heartfelt narrative. While her performance received accolades, it was her emotional dedication of the award to her trans nephew that truly tugged at the heartstrings of many. Saldana's gesture not only celebrated her family but also highlighted the importance of representation and love within the LGBTQ+ community.

However, Zoe’s evening took a turn for the hilarious and chaotic when she was pulled off camera during her acceptance speech for using some not-so-family-friendly language! In a moment that quickly went viral, the actress, caught up in the emotion of the moment, dropped an F-bomb that had everyone laughing (and cringing) in equal measure. The irony of a film celebrating love and acceptance being matched with some spicy language had viewers rolling with laughter while also chuckling at the classic awards show nature of things going hilariously off-script.

As she stood there, teary-eyed and grateful, Saldana mentioned how "Emilia Pérez" was a creative challenge of a lifetime. She spoke words of thanks towards her cast and crew, who worked tirelessly to bring the film to fruition, but not before throwing in a cheeky acknowledgement of her unexpected exit from the stage. "You can't spell FUN without U and I... although it seems like keeping it clean was not in the script tonight!" she quipped, bringing even more vigor to her funky acceptance vibe.

The BAFTAs this year saw not only Saldana shine but also Kieran Culkin, who was recognized for his supporting role as well. Movies like "Emilia Pérez" are pushing the boundaries and proving that cinema is increasingly becoming a vibrant tapestry of stories that deserve to be told. With films like this making waves, here's hoping there will be even more thrilling narratives that break out from the mainstream!

Fun Fact: The BAFTA Awards, officially known as the British Academy Film Awards, have been running since 1947 and are seen as one of the premier film award ceremonies in the UK!

And if you think Zoe's sweary hiccup was rare, think again! Many actors have found themselves in hot water for either unexpected rants or emotional slip-ups during award shows – add a sprinkle of humor and you've got a recipe for unforgettable moments!

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Emilia Perez star Zoe Saldana dedicates Bafta gong to trans nephew (BreakingNews.ie)

The Spanish language film uses song, dance and bold visuals to tell its story.

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Zoe Saldaña Dedicates 'Emilia Pérez' BAFTA Win to Her Trans ... (Variety)

After winning the BAFTA Award for best supporting actress, "Emilia Pérez" star Zoe Saldaña dedicated the prize to her trans nephew.

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Actress Zoe Saldana pulled off camera for swearing as she was ... (The Irish Sun)

ZOE Saldana was pulled off camera for swearing as she was hurried to finish her BAFTA acceptance speech.The moment has since gone viral as she as she.

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Zoe Saldaña delivers sweary Bafta acceptance speech (The Independent)

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Zoe Saldana taken off BAFTA stage after sweary speech (Irish Mirror)

Zoe Saldaña became emotional as she delivered her acceptance speech after scooping the Best Actress in a Supporting Role award for playing Rita Mora Castro ...

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Zoe Saldana and Kieran Culkin win supporting actor gongs at Bafta ... (Impartial Reporter)

American actor Kieran Culkin and actress Zoe Saldana have been named the winners in the supporting actor categories at the Bafta film awards.

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Emilia Perez picks up non-English language Bafta as Zoe Saldana ... (The Irish News)

Saldana, who won the supporting actress gong, said the film 'was a creative challenge of a lifetime'.

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Emilia Perez picks up non-English language Bafta as Zoe Saldana ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Saldana, who won the supporting actress gong, said the film 'was a creative challenge of a lifetime'.

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Here's what Zoe Saldaña actually said in her censored BAFTAs ... (NME.com)

Zoe Saldaña, who won Best Supporting Actress for 'Emilia Pérez' at the BAFTAs, had her acceptance speech cut – here's what she said.

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Winners Zoe Saldana and Warwick Davis share sweet celebratory ... (Daily Mail)

The A-list crowd couldn't wait to unwind and celebrate together on Sunday night, as they enjoyed a star-studded dinner after the conclusion of the 2025 ...

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Zoe Saldaña Dedicates Her BAFTA To Trans Relative After Winning ... (elle.com)

'As a proud aunt of a trans life, I will always stand with my trans community.'

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Here's What Zoe Saldaña Actually Said In Censored Bafta Speech (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Zoe Saldaña took home the Bafta for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the controversial Netflix musical, Emilia Pérez. Directed by Jacques Audiard, ...

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What tearful Zoe Saldana really said in her censored 2025 BAFTAs ... (Evening Standard)

The star was overcome with emotion picking up her award but when a countdown timer appeared reacted in panic.

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BBC responds after Zoe Saldaña's expletive BAFTAs speech cut in ... (Radio Times)

The BBC has responded after Zoe Saldaña's full BAFTA acceptance speech was cut from the BBC's broadcast last night, after she took home the award for Best ...

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Zoe Saldaña makes waves during expletive-peppered BAFTAs ... (New York Post)

Zoe Saldaña's excitement appeared to get the better of her during her acceptance speech at the 2025 BAFTAs on Sunday night.

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New UK trailer debuts for 'Beyond The Borders' with Zoe Saldaña (The Hollywood News)

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Zoe Saldaña Wins Her First BAFTA for 'Emilia Pérez' + Full Winners ... (BellaNaija)

Zoe Saldaña won Best Supporting Actress at the 2025 BAFTA Film Awards for her role in Emilia Pérez, marking her first BAFTA win. - BellaNaija.com.

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Zoe Saldaña dedicates BAFTA win to her trans nephew and Karla ... (HOLA! USA)

The director of Emilia Pérez also shared a special dedication for the Spanish actress, who stepped away from awards season following controversy over her ...

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Zoe Saldaña On A Dream Awards Season & Making Blockbusters ... (Deadline)

Watch a video interview with Zoe Saldana, the Oscar-nominated star of Jacques Audiard's 'Emilia Pérez,' who talks about her career, her Oscar chances and ...

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Zoe Saldaña makes waves during expletive-peppered BAFTAs ... (Yahoo)

The actress, 46, rushed to the stage to accept the Best Supporting Actress award for her role in "Emilia Perez" at London's Royal Festival Hall.

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4 ways BAFTA winner Zoe Saldana trains for her high-energy ... (Women's Health)

Zoe Saldana has just scooped up the BAFTA for Best Supporting Actress for Emilia Pérez. Here's how she used her dance training, strength training and yoga.

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"It's A Gift": Avatar's Zoe Saldaña Emotionally Reflects On Playing ... (Screen Rant)

Avatar's Zoe Saldaña reflects on playing Neytiri across five movies and for over two decades, calling it "a gift" to work with James Cameron.

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Zoe Saldana reveals shock number of years she's tied to James ... (Daily Mail)

She inaugurated a new phase of her career with her performance in the Oscar-nominated film Emilia Pérez.

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Zoe Saldaña Reveals She Took Emilia Pérez Role for Trans ... (PEOPLE.com)

Zoe Saldaña said in the BAFTA Awards winners room that she took her role in 'Emilia Pérez' because of her transgender nephew Eli, calling herself a 'proud ...

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Zoe Saldaña Can't Contain Her Excitement at Winning Her First ... (Heavy.com)

After being nominated for, and winning, her first BAFTA, Saldaña tearfully thanks her cast, family, and makeup artist.

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