twentieth Century Studios / courtesy Everett Assortment
So it was greater than a little stunning when Rachel just lately revealed within the feedback of an Instagram put up that she’s not invited to this yr’s Oscars — despite the fact that West Facet Story is nominated for seven awards.
When an IG consumer requested her what she’d be carrying to the Oscars, she responded, “I am not invited so sweatpants and my boyfriend’s flannel.”
In a second remark, Rachel defined additional that “I’ve tried all of it but it surely would not appear to be occurring.”
“I’ll root for West Facet Story from my sofa and be happy with the work we so tirelessly did 3 years in the past,” she continued.
Niko Tavernise / twentieth Century Studios / courtesy Everett Assortment
“I hope some last-minute miracle happens and I can have fun our movie in particular person however hey, that is the way it goes typically, I assume.”
twentieth Century Studios / Courtesy Everett Assortment
Rachel additionally thanked followers for his or her “shock and outrage” and famous that she’s “dissatisfied, too,” however that she’s nonetheless “proud” of the movie usually.
twentieth Century Studios / Courtesy Everett Assortment
As properly she ought to! Nevertheless it’s just a little ridiculous that she wasn’t invited — I imply, what is the deal? She is nice within the film, for starters.
Priscilla Grant / Everett Assortment
In fact, West Facet Story‘s forged will not be completely unrepresented on the Oscars — Ariana DeBose, who’s nominated for Finest Supporting Actress, will certainly be in attendance.
Priscilla Grant / Everett Assortment
Within the meantime, we’ll maintain our fingers crossed that Rachel will get a last-minute invite. Solely six days to make it proper!
Kristin Callahan / Everett Assortment
