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Up against a group of talented actresses, including Meryl Streep, Amy Adams, Natalie Portman and Emily Blunt, Eddie Redmayne, who presented the award, praised the nominees for their "extraordinary and varied performances," but it was Stone who walked away with the golden trophy.
Overwhelmed by the privilege, she took great joy in celebrating the occasion with her fellow co-stars and colleagues. "One of the greatest parts about tonight is sitting with all of these incredible people that made this film. We've became such a family," said Stone as she directed her gratitude toward La La Land director, Damien Chazelle, as well as the movie's cast and producers. Special thanks also went to her leading man, Ryan Gosling, who according to Stone "elevates everything he touches."
However, it was her positive message regarding the political turmoil of Britain and America that had the audience applauding. A passionate Stone said: "Right now this country and the U.S, and the world, seems to be going through a bit of a time, just a bit and in a time that is so divisive I think it's really special that we were all able to come together tonight thanks to BAFTA."
Her appreciation of the industry and of films ability to "transcend borders and...help people feel a little less alone," makes her a deserved winner of the distinguished category.
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