Sharon Stone blasts rude kids at Astra Awards who accused her of stealing seat

Entertainment Weekly • January 15, 2026 • entertainment

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Sharon Stone received a career achievement award at the Jan. 9 Astra Awards and used her acceptance speech to address a group at her table who did not recognize her, recounting their rude question about her presence.
Stone openly expressed frustration, recounting how someone at the table asked, "Who are you and why are you sitting here?" and responded with a pointed "F--- you!" during her speech.
She encouraged fellow public figures to use their fame for activism and meaningful impact, emphasizing that "fame without awareness, success without purpose, is pointless."
Stone shared insights on her persistence as a young actress, explaining how she fought hard to secure her iconic role in Basic Instinct by being prepared and proactive.