Rami Malek has opened up on awkwardly being snubbed by Nicole Kidman at the Golden Globes.
The Internet was sent into meltdown after fans spotted Malek attempting to greet the Australian actress on stage before appearing to get rejected.
Kidman was onstage to present Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody with the Best Picture gong, but she didn’t seem too keen on congratulating Malek, who plays the late Freddie Mercury, and turned away from him as he attempted to go in for a hug.
Malek, 37, took the cringe-worthy moment in his stride and gently touched Kidman’s back in support as they applauded the producers of the biopic.
The American actor, who bagged the Best Actor in a Drama Motion Picture award for the same movie, has finally addressed the awkward incident.
Speaking to Jimmy Kimmel, he said: “I’ve known her many years despite what it may seem from that video.
“I thought I could easily go up and say hi but in the moment like that… very awkward. I have a feeling this will haunting me on the Internet.”
Kimmel struggled to hold back laughter as he asked the clip to be played again, while Malek set red-faced.
Malek is also up for the Best Actor gong at this year’s BAFTAs for his portrayal of Mercury.
The drama landed a total of seven nominations ahead of the awards ceremony on February 10, including Outstanding British Film, Best Cinematography and Best Sound.
