James Reid can cross out another achievement on his bucket list: strut down the Oscars red carpet.
The Filipino-Australian singer and actor is living his dream as he was spotted on a red carpet at the Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscars 2022 viewing party, which was held last March 28.
The viewing party Reid attended was an event held by British rock musician Elton John with an aim to fight stigma and put an end to the AIDS epidemic by 2030. The event was attended by many famous names in Hollywood, including Lady Gaga, Donatella Versace, Heidi Klum, and Adam Lambert.
In a tweet by ABS-CBN International Hollywood correspondent Yong Chavez, Reid can be seen looking dapper in his black suit while posing for a selfie with the broadcast journalist. Chavez also shared that Reid said “he’s a bit starstruck” with the Hollywood stars he encountered.
“#JamesReid is here! He said he’s a bit starstruck at the moment – but I’d say he’s holding his own beside Hollywood stars,” she wrote. “His publicist at first said no to interviews but glad he stopped when I yelled my affiliation haha. Great to meet and chat with him!”
#JamesReid is here! He said he’s a bit starstruck at the moment – but I’d say he’s holding his own beside Hollywood stars. His publicist at first said no to interviews but glad he stopped when I yelled my affiliation haha. Great to meet and chat with him! #oscars #EJAFOscars pic.twitter.com/BaqhSkdkkj
— Yong Chavez (@YongChavezLA) March 28, 2022
Chavez also shared a short video clip for Reid’s fans where Chavez asked the actor how he was doing, to which Reid responded: “Okay naman” (I’m okay).
Oh, hey #JamesReid fans! Here’s a short clip while I’m waiting for the editors so I can voice my #Oscars story – will be on ANC and TVP. pic.twitter.com/ena8m5XTRw
— Yong Chavez (@YongChavezLA) March 28, 2022
Fans were filled with delight and pride to see Reid on the Hollywood red carpet, living his dream.
I’m so happy for you @tellemjaye
Remember that time you dreamt of one day having an Oscars invite, you manifested it man! 😂#JamesReid | James Reid #EJAFOscars https://t.co/3u8FhUoNb9
— 🌾🌱🐣TitaChrissyForYou (@themacopa) March 28, 2022
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he fits in hollywood so much, oh my bebu im so proud of you @tellemjayepic.twitter.com/1l373oXfvT
— ky (@tanginadya) March 28, 2022
James Reid at #Oscars is another achievement from him level up it is 😭♥️ pic.twitter.com/NwPkhs3XiL
— badette 💫 (@badette28_) March 28, 2022
Others also praised Reid for having a “soft spot for his fellow kababayan” when he insisted to talk to Chavez despite “his publicist said no for an interview.”
This is how you do your hokage move in Hollywood! 🥰
James will always have a soft spot for his kababayan.
You did it, @YongChavezLA! Thank you! Hoping for more.😘❤️❤️❤️#JamesReid https://t.co/9zwoNtwYzx
— Roberto (@ChrissyRichJaye) March 29, 2022
Thank you very much again Ms @YongChavezLA for getting that quick interview with @tellemjaye on the red carpet.
James is just so adorable pleading to his publicist to allow him to have a chat with you. 😅#JamesReid | James Reid https://t.co/x9M1KKg17b
— James' REIDers (@REIDersOfficial) March 29, 2022
James Reid will always be a Kapamilya! He never forgets where he came from. ❤️#JamesReid https://t.co/hGV7O9nLc5 pic.twitter.com/v3xQknCrcv
— James Reid Arsenals (@JamesArsenals) March 28, 2022
"James was all-smiles so I knew he had that kindness & grace to spare two minutes with a kababayan." – Yong Chavez
That's our man. ❤️#JamesReid | James Reid | @tellemjayepic.twitter.com/y3sW8IraGV
— JAMES REID ARCHIVES (@reid_archives) March 29, 2022
Publicist said no but here's James Reid breaking all the rules again. Hahaha I love you so much @tellemjaye LET'S GO GET IT!!!!! https://t.co/C5G1StRpqY
— ❄️ (@seemplebitch) March 28, 2022
One fan even asked Reid to send their regards to Will Smith and Chris Rock who were involved in an altercation during the ceremony.
From sapakan to gulatan at the #Oscars @tellemjaye paki kumusta mo ako sa mga nagbardagulan 😂#EJAFOscars #JamesReid | James Reid pic.twitter.com/XuT0FHVVzn
— 🌾🌱🐣TitaChrissyForYou (@themacopa) March 28, 2022
Reid was also seen in numerous photos where he posed beside fellow artist Arthur Tan, Korean-American artist Kevin-Woo, film actor Olly Sholotan, actress Christina Milian, and Teem Wolf actor Ian Bohen.
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Reid traveled to Los Angeles, California last February for work engagements and to visit his family, and since his arrival, the actor has been spotted hanging out with some celebrities, including the hip-hop group Far East Movement and Momoland’s Nancy McDonie.
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