9 Things I Observed as a Pit Fan at the 2016 MTV Movie Awards
Last night I had the privilege of attending the 2016 MTV Movie Awards at Warner Bros. Studios. All thanks to the amazing 1iota Studios I shared this experience with some of the most talented and influential stars in Hollywood, including the likes of JJ Abrams, Amy Poehler, Halle Berry, Chris Evans, Queen Latifah, Chris Pratt, Melissa McCarthy, Will Smith, Charlize Theron and the list goes on. I was a part of the couple hundred fans that packed the Warner Bros. backlot for the three hour action-packed award show. The whole experience was once in a lifetime and due to my proximity to the stage I had a perfect view of the VIPs as they took their seats, mingled with others and (in Amy Poehler’s case) shamelessly devoured their popcorn. Here are a few things I observed between takes and commercial breaks:
1. When Chris Pratt arrived, before the show began, he was literally glowing. It was almost like a spotlight followed him wherever he went. Swoon.
2. Amy Poehler seemed to be the only person genuinely enjoying the show. She was eating up Dwayne and Kevin’s jokes (pun intended) and I’m pretty sure she was the only one to touch her popcorn. Amy cracking up while shoveling popcorn into her mouth is me. She is my spirit animal.
3. Chris Pratt proudly jumped out of his seat to cheer for Amy and it was the cutest thing.
4. After Amy Poehler accepted her award, she quickly returned to her seat to grab something she forgot and before escaping backstage she blew Chris Pratt a kiss. All of the feels.
5. When Halsey performed, hardly any of the VIPs gave her the attention she deserved. It might have to do with the fact that she wasn’t near the main stage, but still.
6. J.J. Abrams and Daisy Ridley engaged in casual conversation. NBD. I would give anything to be a fly on the wall in that moment.
7. Jaden Smith had an epic dance off with everyone, everywhere. No really, he whipped and nae nae’d all over the audience.
8. Vinny Guadagnino from Jersey Shore was in attendance seated several rows from the front. The producer alerted everyone that “we’re back in 10 seconds” and he continued to talk to Halsey in the second row until she shooed him away at the last moment. LOL
9. Will Smith was loving every minute of that Lonely Island tribute. Same Will. Same.
It was an incredible evening with TONS of surprises. I’m sure that there’s so much more to add to this list, but this is just a little taste of what stuck out in my mind the most. Also, if we were allowed to have our phones in the venue I definitely would’ve taken notes and photos ;)
