Jennifer Lopez Reflects on Touching Encounter with Brie Larson at 2024 Golden Globes
In an exclusive interview with Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1, Jennifer Lopez opened up about the emotional and memorable interaction she shared with Brie Larson at the 2024 Golden Globes. Lopez expressed her gratitude for Larson’s heartfelt words, calling the experience “lovely” and “moving.”
During the interview, Lopez shared the details of the encounter that took place on the red carpet before the awards ceremony. Larson, visibly emotional, approached Lopez and conveyed her admiration for the multi-talented artist. Fighting back tears, Larson expressed how Lopez’s performance in “Selena” had inspired her to pursue acting, and she thanked Lopez for being a significant inspiration throughout her career.
Lopez, touched by Larson’s sincerity, acknowledged the impact of such moments in the life of an artist. She reflected on her own experiences as a young girl watching Rita Moreno in “West Side Story” and how it influenced her aspirations.
Recalling the moment with Larson, Lopez said, “When I was looking at Brie and I saw her and I was staring in her eyes because she was so locked in with me and just [was] like, ‘I have wanted to tell you this for so long.’ … I saw myself, and I saw the little girl, and to think that I did that for somebody was really, really overwhelming.”
Lopez expressed her appreciation for Larson’s genuine and kind gesture, emphasizing that the encounter meant a lot to her. She admitted that she never imagined having such an experience with a fellow talented artist who she considers somewhat of a contemporary.
In conclusion, Lopez acknowledged the profound impact of these connections in the entertainment industry, noting that Larson’s words resonated deeply with her. The exchange at the Golden Globes served as a poignant reminder of the influence artists can have on each other, transcending generations and creating lasting impressions.
Brie Larson meeting Jennifer Lopez for the first time is our golden moment. #GoldenGlobes pic.twitter.com/uUlIaos2mb
— Entertainment Tonight (@etnow) January 8, 2024