Leo's Big Night and Other Awards Season Fun

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts hosted its annual BAFTA Tea Party in Los Angeles, a significant event during awards season. Stars gathered for an evening of tea, cocktails, and gourmet snacks like smoked salmon and Welsh rarebit.

DiCaprio's Stellar Awards Season

Leonardo DiCaprio was the star of the night, enjoying a remarkable awards season. His film "One Battle After Another" has garnered numerous nominations, including at the Golden Globes and Screen Actors Guild Awards. The movie has already secured the Best Picture award at the Critics Choice Awards.

A Night of Celebrity Encounters

At the party, DiCaprio was accompanied by his family and fans. He shared moments with his co-star Teyana Taylor and posed for selfies with enthusiastic fans. Due to the overwhelming crowd, security had to escort him and his family out through a side exit.

More Stars, More Stories

The BAFTA Tea Party, typically a low-key affair, was brimming with A-list celebrities. Kate Hudson, nominated for her role in "Song Sung Blue," was also in attendance. She engaged in light-hearted conversations with Aimee Lou Wood from "White Lotus," joking about her family's competitive game nights.

Kevin O'Leary's Wild Tale

Kevin O'Leary, known for "Shark Tank," was present at the party, promoting his upcoming film "Marty Supreme." He shared an entertaining anecdote about Timothée Chalamet. In a scene where O'Leary's character had to punish Chalamet's character with a paddle, the prop broke. O'Leary resorted to using a real paddle, hitting Chalamet hard enough to potentially leave a mark from the paddle's logo.

O'Leary considered keeping the paddle as a souvenir, estimating its potential value. However, he acknowledged that taking it from the set was not an option.