Why Cate Blanchett Paul Mescal and More Stars Wore Blue Ribbons at the BAFTAs
Why Cate Blanchett Paul Mescal and More Stars Wore Blue Ribbons at the BAFTAsFebruary 19, 2023 at 10:03PMThe most popular accessory at the 2023 BAFTAs had nothing to do with jewelry. As Hollywood stars arrived at London’s Royal Festival Hall for the award show on Feb. 19, we noticed many wearing small blue ribbons attached to their dresses and suits. The pins, which featured white text that read “#WithRefugees,” were designed to show support for refugees and displaced people around the world - an especially timely cause following the deadly earthquake in Turkey and Syria and ongoing war in Ukraine.The idea was spearheaded by Cate Blanchett, who won best lead actress for her role in “Tár” during the ceremony. Other BAFTA nominees, including Michelle Yeoh, Paul Mescal, Emma Thompson, and Angela Bassett, followed in her footsteps and showed their solidarity. Jamie Lee Curtis,…
