Imagine attending the Oscars in your favorite designer outfit, indulging in the glamour and excitement, without the invasive eyes of social media. That's exactly what Cate Blanchett is advocating for.
- Mar 20, 2025
AceShowbiz - Two-time Oscar winner Cate Blanchett is yearning for a pre-social media era of awards shows. During her appearance on the Las Culturistas podcast, the actress discussed the increasingly invasive nature of social media and modern technology.
Blanchett was especially concerned with the TikTok trend of lip readers trying to decipher celebrities' private conversations at such events. "Lip readers?" she reacted incredulously upon learning about this trend from hosts Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers.
As Yang condemned the practice as "treacherous," Blanchett wholeheartedly agreed, urging people to "learn Ikebana or something, like a skill that's actually beautiful" instead.
Blanchett also longs for the days when events were not televised and celebrities could simply enjoy themselves without the constant scrutiny of cameras. "Go back to the day when it wasn't televised," she urged. "Bring that back and just have a great party where people can just let go."
The acclaimed actress recalled her fond memories of the late '80s, reminiscing about attending dance parties in Sydney for Mardi Gras. "People were just there. They were so present, you know, they were just together, collectively, having a great time. It was non-aggressive. No one was being recorded. No one cared what anyone did."
Blanchett's reflections highlighted the stark contrast between the past and the present, where privacy is becoming increasingly scarce. She emphasized the need for spaces where people can be free from judgment and surveillance.
Despite her appreciation for the fashion and spectacle of award shows, Blanchett maintains that it would be better if these events occurred behind closed doors. "We'll find out in the end who won or who didn't win," she asserted, suggesting that less public scrutiny would lead to a more enjoyable and authentic experience for everyone involved.
With her candid remarks, Cate Blanchett invites us to reconsider the impact of social media on our most cherished traditions, calling for a return to genuine, unobserved moments of celebration.
