See Lily James Channel Pamela Anderson on Red Carpet at 2022 Emmys
Lily James walked the 2022 Emmy Awards red carpet in a metallic Versace ensemble
By Kelly Gilmore ••
NBCUniversal Media, LLC
Lily James is praising “bold” Pamela Anderson while talking to Access Hollywood’s Kit Hoover and Mario Lopez at the 2022 Emmy Awards. Lily is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for her role as the “Baywatch” star in “Pam and Tommy.”
"Mamma Mia!" Lily James just turned heads on the red carpet.
The 33-year-old arrived at the 2022 Emmy Awards on Sept. 12 in a Versace ensemble that seemingly paid homage to Pamela Anderson. Lily's shimmering dress is reminiscent of the gold sequin gown that Pamela donned at the "Baywatch" world premiere in 2017.
Which shouldn't come as a surprise to viewers. After all, Lily did portray Pamela in the Hulu miniseries "Pam & Tommy" --which has scored her a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.
Lily's work for the role spanned much farther than just what audiences saw on screen, too. During filming for "Pam & Tommy," Lily underwent a four-hour transformation which included hair, makeup and prosthetics. But the process was worth it, as she struck an uncanny resemblance to the "Barb Wire" actress.
Reflecting on the time-consuming role, Lily told "Live From E!" correspondent Laverne Cox at the 2022 Oscars that it was "such a huge challenge." As for if she wants to play more Hollywood icons? She quipped with a laugh, "I'm done."
(E! and NBC are both part of the NBCUniversal family.)
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(L-R) Phil Dunster and Brett Goldstein arrive to the 74th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards held at the Microsoft Theater on September 12, 2022.
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