Rachel Tucker expressed her immense pride in her former colleague, Jessie Buckley, following Buckley’s historic win at the Academy Awards. The two actresses rose to fame together after participating in the reality competition show “I’d Do Anything” in 2008. While Jodie Prenger, who ultimately won the show, found success in theater and TV, Jessie Buckley ventured into Hollywood and recently made history as the first Irish-born actress to win the Best Actress Oscar for her role in “Hamnet.”
Rachel, who hails from Belfast and finished fourth in the competition, shared a heartwarming video of locals celebrating Jessie’s win in County Kerry. Samantha Barks, another contestant from the show known for her roles in various productions including “Frozen” and “Les Miserables,” also congratulated Jessie on her achievement.
Before Jessie’s Oscar victory, Rachel confidently predicted her success during an interview. Katie Hall, who advanced to the final stages of the competition and later starred in productions like “The Phantom of the Opera,” praised Jessie for her recent win in “Cabaret.”
The “I’d Do Anything” format, the third of its kind following similar shows like “How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria?” and “Any Dream Will Do,” has been a platform for discovering talented performers like Danielle Hope and Stephanie Davis. Jessie, now recognized for her portrayal in “Hamnet,” delivered a moving acceptance speech at the Oscars, thanking her family and colleagues for their support.
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