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Colin Farrell blowing co-star Jenny the Donkey a kiss steals the show at Oscars 2023

Colin Farrell was spotted with a huge smile on his face, blowing Jenny a kiss, which became the subject of memes

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: During the 2023 Academy Awards, Jenny the Donkey, the sidekick to Colin Farrell's character in 'The Banshees of Inisherin,' made a surprise appearance on the first-ever champagne-toned Oscars red carpet. Host Jimmy Kimmel then introduced her to the audience, holding her by her leash as she wore a red bowtie and bedazzled vest. Kimmel joked, "Not only is Jenny an actress, she's a certified emotional support donkey, or at least, that's what we told the airline to get her on the plane from Ireland." 

Kimmel then gave a shoutout to Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson, who starred in the film 'The Banshees of Inisherin'. He addressed the audience, saying, "If you're feeling upset that you didn't win, or you're anxious, or you just love mules, feel free to come up and give her a hug." He then turned to Jenny and pointed out her friends in the crowd, saying, "Jenny, I want you to see that your friend Colin is right there, and there's your friend Brendon, whose finger you ate. Do you want to say thank you?" The camera panned to Farrell, who blew the donkey a kiss, making it the subject of memes on Twitter.

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In 'Banshees of Inisherin', Jenny is the beloved pet of Pádraic, Farrell's character. The film features heart-wrenching scenes in which Jenny meets her unfortunate demise after consuming one of Colm's (played by Gleeson) fingers. Jenny the donkey was portrayed by two real-life donkeys named Jenny and Rosie. They are currently living away from the limelight, as shared by their trainer Megan Hines. Martin McDonagh's darkly comedic film has made history with an unprecedented nine Oscar nominations. Farrell, Gleeson, Barry Keoghan, and Kerry Condon have all been recognized for their exceptional performances in the movie. In addition to the impressive cast, the film has also garnered nominations in multiple categories, including Best Picture, Best Original Screenplay, Best Film Editing, Best Original Score, and a Best Director nomination for McDonagh himself.

'Give Jenny an award'

'Jenny the Donkey' stole the show during her appearance, and fans at home couldn't get enough of her. A delighted fan tweeted, "Sorry, but the night has peaked with Colin Farrell blowing a kiss to Jenny the Donkey." Another fan took inspiration from the event and tweeted, "Colin Farrell reacting to Jenny the donkey is the energy I want to bring to everything I do."

Fans even went so far as to suggest an Oscar for Jenny, with one fan writing, "Give Jenny an award." Journalist Marlow Stern summed up the love for Jenny in a tweet, saying, "Find someone who looks at you the way Colin Farrell looks at Jenny the donkey." One fan captured the moment perfectly, tweeting, "Colin Farrell losing his s**t about seeing Jenny the donkey on stage is instantly one of my favorite moments at the #Oscars." Another said, "Colin Farrell clutching his heart in pure joy upon seeing Jenny the Donkey make her entrance."

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