2023 Film Independent Spirit Awards: MJ Rodriguez wows in burgundy mini dress
Michaela Jae ‘MJ’ Rodriguez put on a leggy display at the 2023 Film Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica, California on Saturday.
The 31-year-old Pose star donned a burgundy, flower-inspired halter-neck mini dress, layered with tulle in the shape of blooming petals.
The Newark-born artist, who became the first transgender woman to receive a Golden Globe last year, paired the sparkly look with gold strappy heels.
Rodriguez wore her black tresses parted in the middle and cascading down her back in a straight style.
When it comes to glamour, the Tick, Tick… Boom! The star paired the exciting dress with a pink shade of eyeshadow and a hint of blush.
Leggy! Michaela Jae Rodriguez put on a leggy display at the 2023 Film Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica, California on Saturday.
Floral dream: The Pose star, 31, donned a burgundy, flower-inspired halter-neck mini dress, layered with tulle styled in blooming petals
Rodríguez accessorized the look with gold hoops and several rings.
During the event, the beauty posed for a glamorous portrait on IMDb Portrait Studio, showing off her spectacular looks.
The star was later seen presenting alongside Fire Island actor Joel Kim Booster, 35, at the ceremony.
Booster looked as handsome as ever in a beige jacket over a blue shirt.
The 38th Annual Film Independent Spirit Awards took place at the Santa Monica Pier on Saturday, March 4, hosted by comedian Hasan Minhaj.
The nominations were officially announced at the end of November last year, and the awards ceremony is known for bringing together “the best talent from around the world of film and television,” according to the official website.
This year, the awards ceremony will only be available for streaming and will not be broadcast live on IFC, for the first time since 1997, it reported. Variety.
Instead, fans and audiences can easily tune in to watch the beachside festivities on the IMDB YouTube channel, as well as Film Independent’s YouTube and Twitter pages.
Chic: The Newark-born artist, who became the first transgender woman to receive a Golden Globe last year, paired the sparkly look with gold strappy heels
Stylish: Rodriguez wore her black tresses parted in the middle and cascading down her back in a straight style, accessorizing the look with gold hoops and multiple rings
Glam: As for glamour, the Tick, Tick… Boom! the star paired the exciting dress with a pink shade of eyeshadow and a hint of blush
From behind: Rodríguez showed off the fun and brilliant ensemble from behind
Charming: The star posed for a glamorous portrait at the event against a pale pink backdrop
Some of the major categories include Best Feature Film, Best Director, and also Best New Scripted Series.
The Spirit Awards have also installed new gender-neutral categories, combining male and female actors for the best leading and supporting performances in film and television.
Josh Welsh, who is the current chairman of Film Independent, told Variety that “it’s something we’ve been talking about for probably three years.”
Another honor awarded during the annual ceremony is the John Cassavetes Award, which is given to a creative team for a film with a budget of less than $1,000,000. Nominees include The African Desperate, The Cathedral, Holy Emmy, A Love Song and Something In The Dirt.
The nominees for Best Feature Film are: Bones And All, Everything Everywhere All At Once, Our Father The Devil, Tár and Women Talking.
Nominees for Best Leading Performance include Cate Blanchett, Dale Dickey, Mia Goth, Regina Hall, Paul Mescal, Aubrey Plaza, Jeremy Pope, Andrea Riseborough, Taylor Russell and Michelle Yeoh.
In the television category, the nominees for Best New Scripted Series are: The Bear, The Porter, Severance, Station Eleven and Pachinko.
The Independent Spirit Awards were officially launched in 1984 and also serve as a fundraiser for the independent film and television community.
On stage: The star was later seen presenting alongside Fire Island actor Joel Kim Booster, 35, at the ceremony Booster looked handsome as always in a beige jacket.