'White Lotus' star Jennifer Coolidge to be honored with 'Comedic Genius' award at 2023 MTV Movie & TV Awards
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: MTV has announced that Jennifer Coolidge, the renowned actress who stars in the popular series 'White Lotus,' will be honored with the Comedic Genius Award at the upcoming 2023 MTV Movie & TV Awards. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding actors who have made significant contributions to the world of comedy, leaving an indelible mark through their performances and shaping the genre as a whole. Coolidge, who will be the sixth recipient of this coveted award, joins an illustrious group of comedic legends including Jack Black (2022), Sacha Baron Cohen (2021), Melissa McCarthy (2016), Kevin Hart (2015), and Will Ferrell (2013).
The ceremony will be broadcast live on Sunday, May 7 at 8 pm ET/PT and it is a testament to Coolidge's remarkable talent that she will receive this honor. Coolidge's place in Hollywood has been solidified as evidenced by her recent inclusion in TIME's "100 Most Influential People of 2023" list. Her career took off in 1999 with her memorable role as Stifler's mother in the hit movie American Pie, followed by her unforgettable performance in Legally Blonde in 2001. Since then, she has continued to make her mark on the industry, ET Online reported.
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Coolidge's career renaissance
Coolidge's portrayal of Tanya McQuoid in Mike White's HBO series 'The White Lotus' has sparked a renaissance in her already illustrious career. Her performances in both seasons of the show have been both flighty and sympathetic, garnering critical acclaim and industry recognition. At the Emmy Awards in September 2022, she received her first-ever Emmy and mentioned how she had just indulged in a relaxing lavender bath before the show, which caused her to 'swell up.' During her acceptance speech at the Golden Globe Awards, she even had to rest her statue at her feet due to exhaustion, jokingly admitting that she doesn't work out. Her witty remarks elicited laughter from the audience, highlighting her comedic genius once again.
2023 MTV Movie & TV Awards
The competition is fierce for the scripted categories at the upcoming awards ceremony, with 'Top Gun: Maverick,' 'Stranger Things,' and 'The Last of Us' leading with six nominations each. 'The White Lotus' and 'Wednesday' are also strong contenders with four nods each. Meanwhile, on the unscripted side, 'Jersey Shore Family Vacation,' 'RuPaul’s Drag Race,' 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,' and 'Vanderpump Rules' have each earned two nominations, making for an exciting lineup.
Drew Barrymore, a nine-time nominee, is set to host the 2023 MTV Movie & TV Awards. Fans can now vote for their favorites across 26 gender-neutral categories at vote.mtv.com until April 17 at 3 pm PT/6 pm ET. The show will feature many famous faces, including Austin Butler, Bad Bunny, Bella Ramsey, Cara Delevingne, Courteney Cox, Florence Pugh, Harry Styles, Jennifer Coolidge, Quinta Brunson, and Riley Keough, among others. Moreover, the 2023 ceremony is introducing new categories such as Best Reality On-Screen Team and Best Kick-Ass Cast, adding to the excitement of the event. The awards ceremony will take place on Sunday, May 7, live from Los Angeles' Barker Hangar at 8 pm ET/PT.