Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 18, 2025 · Entertainment

Glamour and Grace at Monte-Carlo: Robin Wright and Sarah Rafferty Shine Bright

Robin Wright, 59, put on a glamorous display as she attended the Closing Ceremony of the 64th Monte-Carlo Television Festival on Tuesday

MONTE-CARLO MADNESS: ROBIN WRIGHT AND SARAH RAFFERTY TURN UP THE HEAT AT TV FESTIVAL

It was a night to remember at the 64th Monte-Carlo Television Festival, where A-listers Robin Wright and Sarah Rafferty brought their A-game (and then some!) to the Closing Ceremony. The glamorous duo attended the prestigious event in southern France, where they mingled with fellow stars, sipped champagne, and celebrated the best of international television.

ROBIN WRIGHT SPARKLES

House Of Cards star Robin had travelled to southern France to accept the Crystal Nymph Award from the Prince and Princess of Monaco to recognise her acting achievements

The House Of Cards star, 59, was beaming as she accepted the coveted Crystal Nymph Award from Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco. This prestigious honor recognizes her outstanding contributions to the world of acting over a career spanning four decades! Robin looked absolutely stunning in her flowing dress, perfectly complemented by matching bag and earrings - we can't help but wonder if she was feeling like the queen of Monte-Carlo!

SARAH RAFFERTY SHINES

Meanwhile, Suits star Sarah Rafferty, 52, stole the show with her dazzling white gown, which showcased her luscious ginger locks. She even cracked a smile while posing for photos alongside Aussie actress Rachel Griffiths, 56 - talk about girl power!

The American actress - who starred as Claire Underwood in House Of Cards for more than 70 episodes - seemed elated to be in attendance as she was pictured arriving with Henri Smith

Awards Galore!

The evening was filled with excitement as the Best Creation Award went to Don't Give Up, a heartwarming South African production that tells the story of a single mother struggling to provide for her children. Other winners included German movie On A Day In September, which took home the Best Film award, and Vanguard, honored as Best Series.

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS

The pair put on a cosy display on the red carpet as Henri planted a kiss on her forehead

Charismatic Scandinavian actor Jakob Oftebro was crowned Best Actor for his role in Vanguard, while On A Day In September star Hélène Alexandridis received the Best Actress award. It's no wonder these talented individuals were beaming with pride!

ROBIN WRIGHT OPENS UP ABOUT HOUSE OF CARDS

In a candid chat with Variety just a day prior to the ceremony, Robin Wright spoke about her experience on House Of Cards and her fight for equal pay. She revealed that David Fincher told her, "This is going to be the future, it's going to be revolutionary" when introducing her to the show. When asked why she wasn't paid equally to her co-stars, Robin stated, "I think it's only fair because my character became as popular as (Kevin Spacey's)" - we can't help but applaud her for speaking out!

Robin dazzled on the red carpet in a glitzy flowing dress which she accessorised with a matching bag and a pair of hooped earrings

STAR-STUDDED GUEST LIST

Aside from Robin and Sarah, the Monte-Carlo red carpet was rolled out for a host of other A-listers. Bond girl Famke Janssen, 60, turned heads in her stunning strapless white and black dress, while Gabrielle Lazure, 68, proved age is just a number in her sizzling red and gold outfit.

KEVIN MCKIDD AND DANIELLE SAVRE: THE POWER COUPLE

Sarah had been in attendance to present the Best Creation award, which was scooped by South African production Don't Give Up

Grey's Anatomy star Kevin McKidd, 51, looked dapper alongside his girlfriend of two years, Danielle Savre, 36. The lovely couple posed for photos, with Danielle stunning in her black dress and updo.

ANTONIO FARGAS: STILL GOT IT!

And let's not forget the beloved Starsky & Hutch star Antonio Fargas, 78! He rocked a clean black and white outfit, complete with a new-look goatee beard - we're thrilled to see him looking so fabulous at 50 years after his iconic role as Huggy Bear.

The Suits star also cracked a smile while posing for photos with Aussie actress Rachel Griffiths , 56, who sported a poker-dot red and white dress for the evening

MONTE-CARLO MAGIC

As the night drew to a close, the stars of Monte-Carlo Television Festival left the picturesque principality with memories that will last a lifetime. And who knows? Maybe next year, we'll see even more Hollywood A-listers flocking to this glamorous destination!

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Bond girl in the 1995 007 movie Golden Eye, Famke Janssen, 60, was one of those in attendance, with the actress arriving in a glamorous strapless white and black dress

While Gabrielle Lazure, 68, proved age is just a number in a red and gold dress which she accessorised with both golden jewellery and heels

Percy Jackson and Grey's Anatomy star Kevin McKidd looked typically dapper for the evening as he donned an all-black tux

The 51-year-old was joined by his girlfriend of two years Danielle Savre, 36, who were her blonde hair up after slipping into a black dress

And much-loved Starsky & Hutch actor Antonio Fargas, 78, seemed in great spirits for the evening some 50 years after he starred in the show