United Kingdom, Nov. 18 -- Lucy Liu feels "lonely" and "shy" at Hollywood awards ceremonies.

The Charlie's Angels star has revealed she's not a fan of red carpet events because they can feel very "lonely" and there's not much chance to "connect" with pals because of the formal setting.

She told The Hollywood Reporter: "I don't know that many people would be like: 'Let's go to the Gala together'. Most people just want to have the spotlight on themselves, and it's a lonely place to be, standing there.

"You don't know what's going on. I'm still shy and I'm still really awkward with these social situations.

"There's a sense of loneliness to it as well - it's so hard to connect when you're in a situation where you're sitting at a table and...