Aubrey Plaza

Jenna Ortega and Aubrey Plaza made the audience at the 2023 SAG Awards laugh with their deadpan humor and disdain for comparisons.

[See the full list of winners here.](https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/movies/2023/02/26/screen-actors-guild-awards-2023-complete-winners-list/11334007002/) [Biggest prize goes to 'Everything, Everywhere All At Once'](https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/movies/2023/02/26/tom-cruise-producers-guild-awards-everything-everywhere/11353882002/) [Zendaya, Jenna Ortega, more celebrities](https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/movies/2023/02/26/sag-awards-2023-best-dressed-red-carpet/11355352002/) [Here's where to stream these Oscar-nominated movies now](https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/movies/2023/01/24/where-to-watch-oscar-nominated-movies-2023/11111780002/) The show won an award for outstanding performance by an ensemble in a drama series. Both Ortega and Plaza were nominated for SAG Awards at Sunday's ceremony.

Aubrey Plaza and Jenna Ortega were the ultimate matchup at the 2023 Screen Actors Guild Awards while completing a bit about their similarities.

We’d watch it – and Plaza would be game to make it. Plaza’s desert dry humor was the ultimate matchup for Ortega, both actresses drawing from the same lessons of elaborate sarcasm. Perplexed by their seemingly random pairing as presenters, the two actresses quickly found that they were more alike than they originally thought – including some overlap in their ideas for revenge.

Aubrey Plaza, who appeared annoyed while onstage with her "White Lotus" castmates at the SAG Awards, was later spotted acting goofy backstage.

She even exited the stage quick and alone rather than staying with the cast.” There was something real odd about her on stage with the White Lotus team. Actor Jon Gries subsequently grabbed Plaza’s arm and whispered in her ear. Along with the “White Lotus” cast’s big win, The actor, 83, was giving an acceptance speech on behalf of the “White Lotus” cast for Best Ensemble in a Drama Series when Plaza made headlines for her onstage antics. The “White Lotus” star, who appeared

Actress Aubrey Plaza went viral during Sunday's SAG Awards for cursing and appearing grumpy while on stage accepting an award with her "White Lotus" cast ...

Plaza earned a reputation for her dry deadpan humor while starring in the comedy series "Parks and Recreation" from 2009-2015. "That's her entire personality 100% of the time." "She almost got elbowed and also was being shoved in the back the whole time, put two and two together," one fan wrote. "Kinda feeling like Jon Gries didn’t need to do all that and make it a thing ON STAGE like she was fine, she looked hot," the fan wrote. The fan said Plaza looked "understandably a lil bit annoyed." [VIRAL CLIP OF BEN AFFLECK AT THE GRAMMYS HAS FANS WONDERING IF HE WAS LOOKING FOR THE EXIT](https://www.foxnews.com/media/viral-clip-ben-affleck-grammys-fans-wondering-looking-exits)

Both earned some hearty laughs from the audience, and stole the show, when they stepped up to the microphone and projected some dark and moody energy.

The camera cuts to the audience where fellow actors and SAG nominees Adam Sandler (Hustle) and Angela Bassett (Black Panther: Wakanda Forever) are seen laughing at the skit. Once behind the lectern, Plaza turns to Ortega and says, “I don’t know why they paired us up together.” The audience began to laugh, likely because Plaza and Ortega are known to have a very similar dry sense of humor. Both earned some hearty laughs from the audience, and stole the show, when they stepped up to the microphone and projected some dark and moody energy.

On Sunday night at the Screen Actors Guild Awards, Jenna Ortega and Aubrey Plaza efficiently maximized their joint deadpan slay while presenting the award ...

Now that Plaza has verbally greenlit a hypothetical project with Ortega, there’s no time to waste. In the name of striking while the iron is hot, The A.V. On Sunday night at the Screen Actors Guild Awards, Jenna Ortega and Aubrey Plaza efficiently maximized their joint deadpan slay while presenting the award for Best Male Actor in a Television Movie/Limited Series.

See how the star got ready for the 2023 SAG Awards—including selfies with Amy Poehler.

“I like to feel sexy, comfortable, and true to myself as much as I can.” For the SAG Awards, Plaza continued this energy. The star says she wanted to channel a “screen siren” with her look, and her shimmery bronze Michael Kors Collection custom dress—complete with a crisscross neckline and cutout exposing the abdomen—was the perfect piece to do so, embodying a dash of Studio 54 energy. She was not afraid to be herself in any situation, and I admire that about her.” “I [always] want to feel like an elevated version of myself,” she says. “I loved how smart Harper is and how protective she was over Ethan. “It’s every actor’s dream, and I am so proud to be a part of this cast.

Jenna Ortega and Aubrey Plaza showcased their iconic deadpan stares while presenting an award together at the 2023 SAG Awards.

[Jenna Ortega](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/t/jenna-ortega/) and [Aubrey Plaza](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/t/aubrey-plaza/) took the stage Sunday night to present an award for best male actor in a television movie or limited series, and their similar grim vibes were one to remember. Plaza was also there with her White Lotus castmates, which ended up winning the award for best TV drama series ensemble. Some were even hoping to see them team up for a project in the future, suggesting they would make great siblings. Even before presenting, the duo was having fun backstage. [29th annual ceremony](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/everything-everywhere-wins-2023-sag-awards-impact-oscars-1235335216/), including the Scream actress for best female actor in a comedy series for her performance in Wednesday. 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Aubrey's on-stage tantrum at the SAG Awards sparked a flurry of speculation over the cause - and now DailyMail.com can exclusively reveal exactly what made ...

‘There were a couple of different things going on in that moment,' the insider said. ‘There were a couple of different things going on in that moment,' the insider told DailyMail.com. Then, as she was adjusting her gown, White Lotus actor F. First, Jennifer thanked the show's creator, Mike White. 'First, she was told that her boob was hanging out which would cause any woman to be uncomfortable' 'First, she was told that her boob was hanging out which would cause any woman to be uncomfortable.

"White Lotus" star Jon Gries revealed what really happened onstage at the SAG Awards to make Aubrey Plaza look annoyed.

“Why was aubrey plaza so mad to win for white lotus? Not at all!” He’s a frigging legend,” Gries said of the 83-year-old Oscar winner.

As this was happening, F. Murray Abraham was giving the acceptance speech, a speech wherein he sent prayers for the earthquake victims of Syria and Turkey and ...

Another asked, "why was aubrey plaza so mad to win for white lotus? Regardless, she was one of the first stars of the HBO show to leave the stage. It's believed that he warned her of a possible wardrobe malfunction, as the actress immediately adjusted her dress.

Jenna Ortega and Aubrey Plaza twinned with deadpan expressions as they presented an award at the SAG Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 26.

I’m pitching a movie right now, this is gold,” she continued. “But unfortunately I’m more in the Morticia casting pool at this point. “I need to call Tim Burton.” 26 in Los Angeles. [“Wednesday.”](https://www.today.com/popculture/tv/wednesday-addams-christina-ricci-msthornhill-rcna59038) [“Wednesday”](https://www.today.com/popculture/tv/wednesday-season-2-netflix-rcna64655) actor and the [“Emily the Criminal” star](https://www.today.com/popculture/aubrey-plaza-amy-poehler-snl-rcna66886) channeled their famously expressionless personas in a [hilarious joint appearance](https://www.tiktok.com/@netflix/video/7204688866660437290) at the [SAG Awards](https://www.today.com/popculture/awards/2023-sag-awards-nominations-rcna65308) on Feb.

I think what she was intimating is why would that be a problem if my nipple is showing.”

She is very proud of her work on White Lotus.” “There were a couple of different things going on in that moment,” the source said. As for Aubrey’s expressive reaction, Jon said, “I think what she was intimating is why would that be a problem if my nipple is showing.

We have nothing in common,” the Wednesday star deadpanned at the SAG Awards.

but it really is so therapeutic.” [Aubrey that she and Jenna do a buddy cop comedy together](https://twitter.com/Roxdk7/status/1630178309936906241), to which she responded with: [Aubrey Plaza](https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/../../../../news/aubrey-plaza/) and [Jenna Ortega](https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/../../../../news/jenna-ortega/) seem like they complement one another like a headless baby doll and a play school guillotine. [spooky shenanigans](https://www.huffpost.com/entry/aubrey-plaza-gaslit-white-lotus-co-star-prank_n_63863010e4b082d8e6d56605) behind the scenes ever since. [telling Jimmy Fallon last year](https://huffpost.com/entry/wednesday-jenna-ortega-horror-films_n_639d67ace4b0f4895adbab85): “I don’t know what it is about having blood thrown on your face ... [character inspired by Plaza](https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-new-yorker-interview/aubrey-plaza-in-real-life) in real life). [2023 SAG Awards](https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/../../../../news/sag-awards/) would team them up to present the award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series. “And curse their families and watch as...” Jenna began before Plaza joined her, and they said in unison: “...misfortune follows their bloodline for the next seven generations.” “OK, I see it now,” Aubrey finally admitted as it dawned on the two that they’re pretty much the same person. Aubrey has long been beloved for her peculiar on-screen persona, which mirrored her breakout role as the macabre April Ludgate in Parks and Recreation (who, fun fact, was a “Yeah, I know,” Jenna said with zero inflection in her voice. “I don’t know why they paired us up together,” she said as flatly as possible.

The 38-year-old star had all eyes on her in a daring gold gown that featured a large front cutout showing off her toned midriff.

‘There were a couple of different things going on in that moment,' the insider said. ‘There were a couple of different things going on in that moment,' the insider told DailyMail.com. First, Jennifer thanked the show's creator, Mike White. Then, as she was adjusting her gown, White Lotus actor F. When the speeches wrapped, Aubrey was one of the first to exit the stage and viewers were quick to call out her seemingly-odd behavior in a series of tweets. No doubt matters were not helped by the fact that both Aubrey and her co-star Jennifer, 61, were stuck at the back of the group of cast and crew who assembled on the stage to accept the award - despite the fact that both women received a slew of praise for their performance in the hit HBO show. A source close to the star revealed to DailyMail.com that her 'annoyed' expression came as a result of several on-stage incidents - first when her co-star warned her 'boob was hanging out' Several viewers suggested that her outburst may have been directly linked to Abraham's speech - however what many didn't seem to spot was that she was nearly hit in the face by the elbow of one of her co-stars as they began embracing one another on-stage. Murray Abraham was giving a speech to the crowd, in which he sent a 'prayer out to the earthquake victims of Syria and Turkey and a prayer for peace to Ukraine and Russia.' 'Then she was almost elbowed in the face and her reaction was a direct result of that.' The first, the insider shared was a 'direct result of her almost being elbowed in her face' as she and her fellow female co-stars were shuffled to the back of the stage while several of the male cast members made acceptance speeches. And, the source added, that wasn't the only incident to rile up the actress as she and her fellow White Lotus stars took to the stage to accept the award for Best Ensemble in a Drama Series.

Plaza appeared visibly annoyed onstage as the cast won for best ensemble, but that's just her “biting wit,” according to Jon Gries.

Thank you [@sagawards](https://www.instagram.com/sagawards/)” [her Instagram post](https://www.instagram.com/p/CpLu3dsP3Z3/) celebrating the evening. [Gloria Swanson’s Legendary Memoir](https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2023/02/wayne-lawson-on-ghostwriting-gloria-swanson?itm_content=footer-recirc&itm_campaign=more-great-stories-022723) [The American West](https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2023/02/new-right-civil-war?itm_content=footer-recirc&itm_campaign=more-great-stories-022723) That’s according to her [White Lotus season 2](https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/11/the-white-lotus-season-2-easter-eggs) costar Jon Gries, who put to rest any speculation about potential conflict between the pair at Sunday’s awards show. [seemingly upset facial expressions.](https://www.tiktok.com/@visions.of.georgie/video/7204698342306155822?_r=1&_t=8aE8NkyPcuE) Video shows Gries, who played Jennifer Coolidge’s neglectful onscreen husband Greg, whisper something in Plaza’s ear onstage. [Vanity Fair’s 2023 Hollywood Issue](https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2023/02/hollywood-issue-portfolio-2023?itm_content=footer-recirc&itm_campaign=more-great-stories-022723)Welcomes You to the After-Party of Our Dreams Not at all,” and even joked that Gries had “saved” her from a wardrobe malfunction, he said. He’s F. He’s a frigging legend,” he said. After their exchange, Gries claimed that Plaza was “just being funny” and “what she was intimating is why would that be a problem if my nipple is showing,” adding, “That’s her humor—she has that dry, deadpan wit; that’s her biting wit.” On Monday morning, Gries says he even texted Plaza to ensure there was no perceived “creepy moment” between them.

Aubrey Plaza seemed momentarily upset onstage with her White Lotus castmates at the Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday, and John Gries explains why.

Gries, who recently walked in [Eckhaus Latta’s Fashion Week](https://people.com/style/white-lotus-star-jon-gries-makes-runway-debut-at-eckhaus-latta-new-york-fashion-week-show/) show, [tells “Page Six”](https://pagesix.com/2023/02/27/jon-gries-reveals-what-really-happened-with-aubrey-plaza-at-sag-awards/?utm_source=P6Twitter&utm_medium=SocialFlow&utm_campaign=SocialFlow) that he was telling Plaza to “look to the front” because she was being blocked by cast members in front of her, and added, “You might want to fix that first” about the intentional underboob. He also says he texted Plaza on Monday to see if she was “really upset,” which she wasn’t. As for Plaza mouthing what appears to be either “Jesus fuck” or “Jesus Christ” with an upset look on her face, Gries thinks Plaza was “just being funny.” That, or she took an elbow to the face from Meghann Fahy hugging Michael Imperioli in front of her. Plaza’s stylist Jessica Paster [confirmed on Instagram](https://people.com/style/sag-awards-2023-aubrey-plaza-stylist-defends-cutout-dress/) the following day that she “wanted underboob” for Plaza in the Michael Kors look. [Screen Actors Guild Awards](https://www.vulture.com/2023/02/jamie-lee-curtis-sag-awards-michelle-yeoh-kiss.html) streamed live on Sunday night, citizen detectives of TikTok have been doing a lot of frankly mid riffing on [Aubrey Plaza’s](https://www.vulture.com/2023/01/the-black-lotus-saturday-night-live.html) midriff. The actress went viral when TikTok user [@visions.of.georgie posted a video](https://www.tiktok.com/@visions.of.georgie/video/7204698342306155822) of Plaza appearing visibly agitated when the cast of [The White Lotus](https://www.vulture.com/2023/01/jennifer-coolidge-full-golden-globes-acceptance-speech.html) went onstage to accept the award for Ensemble in a Drama Series.

Aubrey Plaza stepped out at the 2023 SAG Awards on Sunday looking incredible in a bronze Michael Kors gown with cut-outs—but apparently some people thought ...

After an interaction between Aubrey Plaza and Jon Gries went viral, the "White Lotus" actor cleared the air.

The next morning, seeing that the ’net had made the interaction into a “creepy moment,” he texted her. “I think what she was intimating is why would that be a problem if my nipple is showing,” the actor said. He whispered something to her, she adjusted her dress (which was holding her chest in place with crisscross straps) and took a step back.

After Aubrey Plaza attended the 2023 SAG Awards on Feb. 26 wearing a sultry bronze Michael Kors dress, the White Lotus star's stylist has responded to ...

Unlock exclusive content, custom alerts & more!](https://www.eonline.com/news/e_insider?source=article_cta&medium=tt5) [scooped up a win](https://www.eonline.com/news/1365600/sag-awards-2023-winners-see-the-complete-list) alongside her fellow White Lotus cast members for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series during the evening—she explained that her look paid homage to a retro era. [WWD](https://wwd.com/eye/people/aubrey-plaza-sag-awards-michael-kors-1235551860/).

Aubrey Plaza's stylist, Jessica Paster, said the underboob was intentional after critics said they thought the "White Lotus" star's dress didn't fit.

"I loved the beautiful brown color of the dress and the sexy cutouts. "I have been working with Aubrey Plaza for almost 17 years, so when she got nominated, I wanted something sexy, current, and modern," she told the publication. Another commenter followed up to say, "underboob is great, it's the weird thing that it did to her ribcage/stomach that tanks the dress. I wanted underboob." The cutout exposed her rib cage, abs, and underboob. for real ...