Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent

Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.

The real reason why American Horror Story actress Kathy Bates was heard 'screaming out in pain' at the Golden Globes 2015

The 66-year-old star still appeared to be in some discomfort when she lost out on the award for Best TV actress to Downton Abbey's Joanne Froggatt

Jenn Selby
Monday 12 January 2015 04:06 EST
Comments

Your support helps us to tell the story

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.

At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.

The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.

Your support makes all the difference.

Wounded egos aside, the Golden Globe Awards was not without its casualties.

American Horror Story: Freak Show actress Kathy Bates was apparently heard screaming out in agony after suffering an accident mid ceremony.

Her cries were apparently heard moments before she lost out on the Best Supporting Actress in a TV Drama, Movie or Miniseries to Downton Abbey star Joanne Froggatt (the other Mrs Bates).

Joanne Froggatt holds the award for Best Supporting Actress - Series/Mini-Series/TV Movie 'Downtown Abbey'
Joanne Froggatt holds the award for Best Supporting Actress - Series/Mini-Series/TV Movie 'Downtown Abbey' (Getty Images)

The source of her pain? E! Online initially reported that someone stepped, rather heavily, on her foot.

The story went on to claim that she successfully making it back to her seat to see Froggatt claim the prize, and appeared in some discomfort as the British actress wittily recalled clashing horns with her fellow nominee earlier the same evening.

However, the actress has since dismissed the claims, saying instead she "couldn't contain" her excitement at seeing Fargo actress Allison Tolman.

It was initially reported to have been Fonda’s boyfriend, Richard Perry, who had passed out, but a spokesperson for the actress later corrected the claims.

Join our commenting forum

Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies

Comments

Thank you for registering

Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in