In a night of glamour and celebration, Australian actress Rose Byrne finally claimed her first Golden Globe award. The victory, however, came with a uniquely amusing twist: her notable other was nowhere to be seen in the audience.
A Triumphant Night with an Unusual Twist
On Sunday night, Rose Byrne took home the Golden Globe for Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture. She earned the prestigious award for her leading role in the film "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You." The win marked a significant milestone in Byrne's acclaimed career, yet the absence of her husband, fellow actor Bobby Cannavale, quickly became a talking point of the evening.
Despite his missing presence, Byrne captivated the ceremony with her signature wit and charm during her acceptance speech. She shared a heartfelt moment, revealing that her parents in Sydney had subscribed to Paramount+ specifically to watch the broadcast. Her date for the night was her brother, George.
The Bearded Dragon Dilemma
The reason for Cannavale's no-show was both simple and unforgettable. In her speech, Byrne thanked her absent husband with a hilarious explanation. "I want to thank my husband, Bobby Cannavale, who couldn't be here because we are getting a bearded dragon and he went to a reptile expo in New Jersey," she announced to the laughing audience, adding a playful, "Thank you, baby!"
The couple, who have been together for over a decade, are parents to two young sons, Rocco and Rafael. Cannavale also has an older son, Jake, from his previous marriage to screenwriter Jenny Lumet. Fans and attendees were left hoping the new pet lizard was intended for the children, and not just a personal passion project for Cannavale himself.
Balancing Family, Fame, and Reptiles
The incident highlights the relatable, often chaotic, balancing act of family life, even for Hollywood's elite. While Byrne basked in the pinnacle of professional recognition, a domestic task—acquiring a family pet—took precedence for her partner. The story underscores a down-to-earth dynamic in their relationship, endearing them further to the public.
Byrne's win solidifies her status as a formidable talent in comedy and drama. Meanwhile, Cannavale's commitment to a reptile expo in New Jersey, over a black-tie awards ceremony in Los Angeles, provides a refreshingly mundane counterpoint to the glitz of the Golden Globes. It's a reminder that behind the scenes, even award-winning actors have errands to run and pets to pick up.
