For some Hollywood actresses, their significant others will take a backseat at this year’s Golden Globes to give the spotlight to a more political cause. Per the New York Times, eight actresses — Laura Dern, Amy Poehler, Susan Sarandon, Meryl Streep, Emma Stone, Emma Watson, Michelle Williams and Shailene Woodley — will forgo walking with a companion on the red carpet in favor of escorting female activists who embody the spirit of the Time’s Up movement currently taking Hollywood by storm. These eight activists represent a wonderful range of fields and specializations, such as Tarana Burke, the founder of the #MeToo movement, and Billie Jean King, who founded the Women’s Tennis Association. “We believe we are nearing a tipping point in transforming the culture of violence in the countries where we live and work,†the women said in a joint statement. “It’s a moment to transform both the written and unwritten rules that devalue the lives and experiences of women.â€
Additionally, numerous actors and actresses at this evening’s ceremony are expected to wear all-black outfits out of solidarity with victims of sexual assault and harassment, as well as small monochromatic pins that bear the Time’s Up logo.