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It’s by no means too late to be honored by President Joe Biden! Which is strictly what Veep alum Julia Louis-Dreyfus, 62, and singer Bruce Springsteen, 73, obtained on Tues., two years after the digital National Medals of Arts ceremony. The 80-year-old U.S. president honored these two, together with others, with the National Medals of Arts awards for his or her work within the inventive arts. Just a few different A-listers that obtained the distinguished award included designer Vera Wang, 73, actress Mindy Kaling, 43, and singer Gladys Knight, 78.
Upon introducing Julia to the gang, Biden jokingly referenced her Veep character, Selena Meyer. “Vice President [Kamala] Harris, Second Gentleman [Douglas Emhoff], former president Selina Meyer, welcome to the White House,” he mentioned, per Deadline. In addition, POTUS added that the White House is a particular place. “A sacred place for many reasons, it’s the residence of the First Family, but it is really the people’s house,” he mentioned.
During the ceremony, the Seinfeld alum rocked a chic little black costume, full with stylish black high-heel pumps. When Biden offered her with the award, she knelt down barely and appeared astonished. Later, the “Born To Run” hitmaker shook fingers with the president upon receiving the medal. Bruce appeared dapper in a basic black go well with, which he paired with costume sneakers and a black tie. “The Boss is here!”, Biden reportedly mentioned on the ceremony, relating to Bruce’s presence. “Bruce, some people are just born to run, man,” his joke continued.
Designer and vogue energy home, Vera, additionally appeared as beautiful as ever! The medal recipient wowed in a floor-length lady’s pantsuit, which was fastidiously taken in on the waist. She and Biden posed alongside one another and smiled for the cameras throughout the ceremony. Biden additionally reportedly joked about seeing his spouse, Jill Biden‘s closet and being reminded of Vera every time. “Every time I open the closet I see [you.],” he said, per The Hill. “It’s all these labels – Vera Wang,” he continued. “I could’ve said it a little better than ‘I open the closet and see you all the time.’ I know your dresses always look beautiful on my wife.”
Hours forward of the occasion, Julia and Vera each took to their Instagram accounts to share their pleasure concerning the occasion. “Hanging out in DC. Might just drop by the White House later.. @nehgov,” the 62-year-old actress captioned her picture. Meanwhile, the 73-year-old gushed about spending time with Julia. “JULIA LOUIS-DREYFUS. Imagine being honored with someone I so respect and admire. Looking forward to celebrating with you,” she gushed in the snapshot of the 2 ladies.