Scarlett Johansson Sizzles in Champagne Gown at TIFF: Back Tattoos on Full Display!
Scarlett Johansson Brings Red-Hot Heat to Toronto Film Festival
The sizzling queen of Hollywood, Scarlett Johansson, is making waves at this year's Toronto International Film Festival with her directorial debut, "Eleanor The Great." The 40-year-old actress-turned-filmmaker stunned on the red carpet in a show-stopping champagne-pink gown that left little to the imagination. Her backless design prominently showcased her impressive collection of tattoos, including an enormous black-and-white thorn-dotted rose bush and a dainty lamb.
Johansson's film festival appearance was met with high expectations, and she didn't disappoint. The actress-turned-director looked effortlessly elegant as she celebrated "Eleanor The Great," which stars the iconic 95-year-old June Squibb in the title role. Johansson opted not to appear on screen herself but instead stayed behind the camera to bring her vision to life.
But what's really got everyone talking is the film's polarizing plot and tone, which veers wildly between comedy and drama. The story follows Eleanor Morgenstein (Squibb), a feisty woman in her mid-90s who moves back to New York after losing her best friend, a Holocaust survivor. When she accidentally sits in on a gathering for survivors, Eleanor adopts her dead friend's story of surviving the Holocaust as her own, leading to a series of escalating lies and misunderstandings.
As Johansson navigated the red carpet, she was joined by her co-stars, including Squibb, who wore a stunning burgundy suit that sparkled under the cameras. British actress Erin Kellyman turned heads in a green ruched off-the-shoulder dress that showcased her curves, while Chiwetel Ejiofor opted for a casual yet stylish black jacket with a muted green tie.
But Johansson's evening wasn't all about promoting "Eleanor The Great." She also spilled the tea on her husband Colin Jost's plans to return to Saturday Night Live (SNL) after four of its stars announced they would be leaving. In an exclusive chat with Entertainment Weekly, Johansson revealed that her 43-year-old hubby is "going back to work," but it remains unclear what his new role will be.
The news comes as a surprise given the recent departures from SNL, including Heidi Gardner, Michael Longfellow, Devon Walker, and Emil Wakim. Jost has been with the show for an impressive 20 years, starting out as a writer in 2005 before becoming head writer and eventually co-anchor of Weekend Update.
But what about Johansson's infamous appearances on SNL? The actress has become a regular guest, often at the last minute, and has even participated in her husband's signature raunchy series of swapped jokes. While she couldn't confirm whether she'll be back for more, she did say she'd "100 percent" love to see June Squibb host the show – and it turns out Squibb is just as enthusiastic about the idea.
"I would be game to host SNL if I got the call," Squibb told EW. "I love that show; I watch it all the time." The 95-year-old actress has a proven track record of comedy, having hosted a cabaret show in New York for over a decade.
Will Squibb become the oldest person to ever host SNL? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure – with Johansson and her co-stars bringing their A-game to the Toronto International Film Festival, this is shaping up to be a wild and unforgettable ride.
