Lori Loughlin Appears at FIRST Awards Show Since Serving Jail Time for College Admissions Scandal

It seems that Lori Loughlin is slowly returning to a more public life. following his two-month prison sentence for his part in the college admissions scandal.

On Friday, the Full House star attended the 30th Annual Movieguide Awards in Los Angeleswhich is his first award ceremony since his release from the Federal Correctional Institution, Dublin in Dublin, California in December 2020.

The event is actually her second red carpet event since the scandal broke, considering she attended the 2022 DesignCare Gala Benefiting the HollyRod Foundation in mid-June 2022 in Los Angeles.

Choosing to stand out among the other stars at the event, which honors the best of family-friendly movies, TV shows and spiritually uplifting entertainment, the 58-year-old actress stepped out on the red carpet in a pink ensemble with a friend. nearby. and former co-star Candace Cameron Bure next to her.

The duo, who co-hosted the Hollywood gala at the Avalon Theater, smiled as they posed together and separately, avoiding any questions from the media.

In fact, Loughlin stood out in the electric pink suit, which consisted of pants that flared from the knees down and a matching jacket and heels.

Her outfit also included a pink patterned turtleneck top, all while accessorizing with a pink box bag that she kept throughout her time in the spotlight.

She completed her overall look with her blonde locks styled into a high bun while leaving some long hair on the sides of her face.

Apparently enjoying her time with her friend, Cameron Bure, 46, showed off her fabulous figure in a white mini dress that hugged her waist and hit just above her knees.

The Full House and Fuller House alum also donned a pair of sleek black pumps and swept her blonde locks out of her face and into a bun, with the exception of a few strands of hair that she left dangling around the picture frame. her face.

Recognizing one of the photographers on the red carpet, Loughlin proceeded to share a hug with that person just before entering the ceremony.

Loughlin and her husband Mossimo Giannulli were arrested in March 2019 for their involvement in the Rick Singer-organized college admissions scandal.

Both pleaded guilty in May 2020 to falsely designating their daughters Olivia Jade Giannulli and Isabella Rose Giannulli as recruits to the University of Southern California crew team, despite neither participating in the sport.

In the end, the actress served nearly two months in a low-security prison between October and December 2020, agreed to pay a $150,000 fine and do 150 hours of community service, while Giannulli, 59, served nearly five months after the bars from November 2020 to April 2021.

Gal pals: The actress was joined by her close friend and Full House co-star Candace Cameron Bure on the red carpet, before striking a few poses herself

Working: The two former co-stars would also make a fashion statement of their own

Commonly described as ‘The Christian Oscars’ in industry circles, the awards are given to the most inspiring Hollywood projects released in 2022, honoring the actors, directors, producers, studio executives and others who brought these projects to life.

“We’re thrilled to celebrate inspiring movies, streaming, and in-person TV shows this year,” said Movieguide founder and publisher Dr. Ted Baehr.

“It’s very encouraging to see that families continue to vote with their dollars…they choose to view content that promotes forgiveness, self-sacrifice, teamwork, redemption and more positive attributes,” Baehr added.

This year’s nominees include Top Gun: Maverick, Andor, Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Jurassic World: Dominion, Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris, Marcel The Shell With Shoes On , Puss In Boots: The Last Wish and Sonic The Hedgehog 2.

Some of the other stars in attendance at the ceremony included This Is Us star Chrissy Metz, pop star Paula Abdul, supermodel Kathy Ireland, actress and singer Haylie Duff, The Office actress Kate Flannery and actress Tiffany Daniels.

The annual ceremony, which was hosted by Terry Crews, will air on UPtv on February 26, 2023.

Host: Terry Crews hosted the annual awards show dressed in a black suit

Elegant: This Is Us star Chrissy Metz wore a gorgeous brown full-length dress with matching slip-ons to the event

Show of support: Metz’s boyfriend Bradley Collins stood by his lady on the red carpet

Straight Up: Paula Abdul flaunted her fit figure in a black patterned dress and platform heels

Elegant: Actress Tiffany Daniels was among the stars who lent their support to the event in a white dress and peep-toe heels

Strike a pose: Supermodel Kathy Ireland opted for a black dress and heels

Brilliant: Actress and singer Haylie Duff showed off her fashion sense in a black sequined mini dress and matching pumps

Surprising: The Office actress Kate Flannery went for color when sprucing up her outfit