Rebel Wilson is undoubtedly one of Australia’s most successful and revered comedy talents.
But the famous comedian, 43, may have gone too far while hosting the 2024 AACTA Awards on the Gold Coast on Saturday.
According news.com.auWilson cracked a joke about cancer that went down like a guided balloon.
‘Why is Australia so good at making horror? Is it because everyone had that aunt who had half her nose cut off due to skin cancer? asked Rebel, who seemed hesitant to go through with the whole joke.
The prank was met with laughter and awkward groans from the audience, which included Margot Robbie, Cate Blanchett, Sophie Wilder, Elsa Pataky and Simon Baker.
Rebel Wilson may have gone too far while hosting the 2024 AACTA Awards on the Gold Coast on Saturday
‘Why is Australia so good at making horror? Is it because everyone had that aunt who had half her nose cut off due to skin cancer? Rebel asked.
However, the rest of her hosting duties went smoothly, with many of the star’s Queensland jabs ending in rapturous applause and laughter.
He first joked that the AACTAs would be the only awards ceremony that would serve “boxed wine.”
It will also be the only one where people will be attacked and throw vomit into the bucket. I love Queensland… It’s like Jetstar is a state,” he said.
“All the top Married at First Sight contestants are from Queensland,” Wilson added.
However, the rest of her hosting duties went smoothly, with many of the star’s Queensland jabs ending in rapturous applause and laughter.
Supernatural smash hit Talk To Me took home most of the top awards at the 2024 AACTA Awards.
The film received awards for Best Film, Best Director for brothers Danny and Michael Philippo, and Best Actress for Sophie Wilde.
He had already taken home several more trophies, which were announced before the main ceremony.
Talk to Me cleaned up on Thursday, taking Best Editing, Best Original Score, Best Screenplay, Best Sound and Best Hair and Makeup, giving it a total of eight wins.
“All the best Married at First Sight contestants are from Queensland,” Wilson joked.
The chilling film has been an international hit since its release last year, grossing more than $92 million on a budget of just $4.5 million.
Meanwhile, a beaming Margot Robbie was all smiles as she took home the prestigious Trailblazer award.
The AACTA Trailblazer Award highlights the achievements, skills and success of an Australian screen professional who inspires others in the industry.