Celebrating Icons: A Night of Honors and Heartfelt Moments

The Golden Globes festivities kicked off with a star-studded event, Golden Eve, in Los Angeles. This year, the spotlight was on two legendary actresses, Sarah Jessica Parker and Helen Mirren. Parker received the prestigious Carol Burnett Award, while Mirren was honored with the Cecil B. DeMille Award. Helen Mirren's award was presented by her co-star Harrison Ford. He shared a sweet memory from their first film together, "The Mosquito Coast, " where they played parents to three children. Ford humorously mentioned that he felt like an afterthought when they reunited for "1923. " This showed the fun and camaraderie between the two actors.Sarah Jessica Parker's award ceremony was equally touching. Actor Colman Domingo toasted to her, comparing her to the iconic Carol Burnett. He praised Parker's intelligence, style, and heart, highlighting her ability to tackle big questions about life with humor and grace. Parker's "Sex and the City" co-star Kristen Davis also shared a heartfelt speech, emphasizing the importance of friendship and how Parker has been a lifelong friend to her. The event was filled with notable appearances, including Carol Burnett, Tessa Thompson, Vin Diesel, and Viola Davis. Parker's family and "Sex and the City" co-stars also showed their support. The Golden Eve special is set to air on CBS, leading up to the 83rd Golden Globe Awards. This year, the awards will also honor podcasting, with Nikki Glaser set to host.