13 Mar 2023
The Oscars, one of the most highly anticipated award shows in the entertainment industry, is a night where the biggest names in Hollywood come together to celebrate the year's best performances in film. This event is not only a showcase of talent, but also a display of glamour and prestige, as celebrities walk the red carpet in their designer outfits and the world watches in awe. For Rebecca Crews and her husband, Terry, the Oscars hold a special place in their hearts. In an interview with Ibe Giantkiller for Premier Gospel, Rebecca reminisced about their first time attending the Oscars, where they sat right behind the legendary Spike Lee: "my husband has idolized Spike Lee since college years. Um, yeah. And we've met him several times. So it's like an honor, you know, it's like bowing down to the King , spike Lee made my husband wanna be a, in the film industry, you know?". The Oscars were not just a place for them to see their idols, but also a place for them to connect with people who had helped them along the way. Rebecca recalls sitting with Reginald Hudlin, her husband's first mentor in the business, and mingling with other actors and industry professionals who had become friends over the years. Rebecca herself describes feeling like "the wife, like the puppy" as she mingled with the stars, but she was proud to be there with her husband and to see him recognized for his work. They had both been in the industry for years, and to finally attend the Oscars was a big moment for them. The Oscars are a symbol of excellence and achievement in the film industry, but they are also a place where dreams can come true. Rebecca Crews and her husband are a testament to this, as they were able to experience the magic and prestige of the Oscars firsthand, she said: "we've had some very magical blessed experiences in this business." Watch here: Catch Ibe Giantkiller on Premier Gospel radio weekdays from 2pm and Saturdays from 7am