India, Feb. 21 -- Angela Bassett is standing by her now-viral reaction to losing the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress to Jamie Lee Curtis in 2023. In an interview with Town & Country published Thursday, the "lack Panthe star reflected on the moment, defending her "disappointed" facial expression despite facing criticism at the time. Two years later, Bassett explained her honest reaction and why she did not feel the need to apologise for it.

In her defence in reference to the Oscars incident, Bassett told Page Six, "I found it interesting." She elaborated, "Interesting that I wouldn't be allowed to be disappointed at an outcome where I thought I was deserving. I love applauding people. But in that moment." The actor added, "I have put in...