George Clooney and Stacy at 15th Annual Film Awards, LA 24 Oct 2011

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October 25, 2011

The Hollywood Awards honored the entertainment industry's best and brightest last night, and while the yearly event will not be broadcast, we've got all the backstage action you won't see anywhere else.

Entertainment Tonight's Nancy O'Dell pulled double duty, hosting the show and utilizing her unprecedented access to speak with the winners as they passed through the curtains with their awards in hand.

Michelle Williams snagged the first statue of the night for her portrayal of Marilyn Monroe in the upcoming bio pic, My Week with Marilyn, and the actress could barely process the huge honor.

"It's very heavy," was all Williams could manage to squeak out initially, but after a little prodding she told Nancy she couldn't believe she was being recognized so highly for stepping into the shoes of an American icon.

"I didn't imagine that I would be holding something heavy after that. I thought that I'd just be holding my own heavy heart and conscience after screwing it up."

Anne Hathaway presented pal Joseph Gordon-Levitt with the Hollywood Supporting Actor Award (50/50), and as thrilled as the young star was to nab the prestigious prize, Levitt was clearly in awe of the stunning actress, fanning himself dramatically in her presence.

"I highly recommend having Annie Hathaway say your name into a microphone," he swooned. "It's a very pleasant experience."

Last but certainly not least, Nancy snagged a few memorable moments with Oscar-winner George Clooney after he accepted a Hollywood Actor Award for his performance in The Descendants. The ever-modest heartthrob brushed off Academy Award rumors, joking away the undeniable fact that he commanded so much respect in the building, the entire crowd gave him a standing ovation as he walked the stage.

Watch the video for more, including Nancy's awkward, yet unforgettable experience with George as a brief blackout halts the interview, plus, Carey Mulligan tells us which hit TV show she secretly wishes she could snag a guest spot. Hint: Never stop believin', Carey!

From LA Times' The Envelope

George Clooney supports Stacy Keibler — on the bosom level

October 25, 2011 | 2:00 pm

The Ministry is so comforted to know that George Clooney is one supportive boyfriend to Stacy Keibler.

Not only was he a noble escort at the Hollywood Film Awards on Monday, he also provided that crucial eye required by a woman in a red-carpet gown: Clooney was on bosom patrol.

Arriving at the Beverly Hilton just before 6 p.m., the couple braved the photo pit with close touches and smiles. However, just as the A-lister was about to guide his lady into the event — which saw honors for Michelle Williams, Glenn Close, Diablo Cody and Elle Fanning — Stacy struggled with the top of her dress.

Clooney watched her adjustments intently before finally declaring: "They're even." Way to have her back, George. Or her front? Either way, we totally wish we were dating you.

"The Ides of March" star was predictably charming and humble in accepting his Actor of the Year award, crediting his days on "ER" and the millions who tuned in to watch it for his luck in show business.

Seriously, though — it's looking as if Keibler is busting out as the truly lucky one.

From Reuters

When George Clooney wasn't sitting at the very front table with date Stacy Keibler, he was backstage fixing "The Artist" director Michel Hazanavicius' tie and watching on a backstage monitor.

When Clooney took the stage himself, he focused on the evening's whipping boy: the grainy VHS-esque picture on a center projection screen. "(The screen) is killing 20-year-olds. I'm 50. This is bulls--t!" He then took a few steps back to speak from the back of the stage, out of view of the offending screen.

From NY Daily news

Clooney's tall order

Fortunately for George Clooney, size doesn't matter to Stacy Keibler. A source who attended the Hollywood Awards cocktail reception in Beverly Hills on Monday tells us Keibler's pals had a few laughs at the expense of her beau after Clooney came up a few inches short of eye level when the 5-foot-11 bombshell hugged him at the fete. Keibler's friends also inquired if the couple had picked out Halloween costumes yet.

When Clooney said they hadn't, one pal offered a suggestion on her cell phone: a sequined red devil costume. Somehow we don't see Clooney in sequins or a tail.