'Bridesmaids' stars reunite for Oscars rehearsal
15 years after the film's release, the group appeared delighted to reunite, sharing laughs and chatting while preparing for their cue
Cast members of the hit comedy "Bridesmaids" reunited at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles yesterday (14 March) they rehearsed for their role as presenters at the upcoming 98th Academy Awards.
Actors Melissa McCarthy, Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, Kristen Wiig and Ellie Kemper gathered on stage to run through their lines a day before the awards ceremony.
15 years after the film's release, the group appeared delighted to reunite, sharing laughs and chatting while preparing for their cue.
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During the rehearsal, Wiig took on a directing role, asking about lighting and camera timing to ensure the segment would run smoothly.
Byrne is also among the nominees at this year's ceremony for her leading performance in the film "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You".
Other presenters were also seen rehearsing ahead of the event. Javier Bardem and Adrien Brody attended the practice session in casual outfits, both wearing sneakers.
Bardem briefly stepped into the auditorium to greet Lynette Howell Taylor, president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and the academy's chief executive, Bill Kramer.
The atmosphere inside the theatre was calm as producers, technicians and camera operators continued final preparations for the show.
Rehearsals have been taking place for several days and will continue through Saturday evening.
Producers have also teased several reunion moments during the ceremony, including appearances by Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr and Gwyneth Paltrow.
Another reunion will feature Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor from the film Moulin Rouge.
The awards ceremony, hosted by Conan O'Brien, will take place today (15 March) at the Dolby Theatre and will be broadcast live on ABC.
