Angela Bassettwas right there whenAustin Butlerwas bracing himself for the Best Actor announcement at the Oscars.
So, I took his hand and held it softly as the winner was announced.
Although his name wasnt called, Austin is no less a winner.
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But she was far more understanding of what not winning can mean.
I cant wait to see what he brings us next.
Butler and Bassett met on the awards circuit and quickly hit it off.
Despite all that swirled around him, Austin opened his heart to new friends, Bassett said.
I was fortunate to be one of them.
You walk away from that set forever changed.
Austin accomplished this with a brilliantly nuanced performance.
