Pamela Anderson lands her first Golden Globes nomination in 35 years, says it's ‘never too late to dream’

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Pamela Anderson is feeling “grateful, overwhelmed, and blessed” after receiving her first-ever Golden Globes nomination at the age of 57.

The actress, best known for her roles in 'Baywatch' and 'Home Improvement', earned the nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture Drama for her role in 'The Last Showgirl' directed by Gia Coppola.

Pamela Anderson is 'grateful' for first-ever Golden Globes nomination after career spanning 35 years

Pamela Anderson, who started her career as a model in 1989, expressed her excitement and gratitude in a heartfelt statement obtained by People.

"I share this beautiful nomination with 'The Last Showgirl' family, my family, and my hard-working companions on this interesting journey," she wrote, adding "It is never too late to dream, to start again, to stay open to possibilities — we are not all so lucky.”

In addition to her nomination, Anderson thanked the film’s production company, Roadside Attractions, and fellow nominee Miley Cyrus, who co-wrote the original song 'Beautiful That Way' from the movie's soundtrack.

Anderson’s role in 'The Last Showgirl' has been widely praised. She plays Shelly, a Las Vegas dancer at a crossroads in her life as her long-running show is coming to an end. As Shelly faces an uncertain future, she works to rebuild her relationship with her estranged daughter.

The Golden Globes nomination places Anderson in a highly competitive category, facing off against Oscar winners Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman, Tilda Swinton, and Kate Winslet.

This recognition marks a shift in Anderson’s career, which has previously seen her in more campy roles. Director Gia Coppola, who cast Anderson in 'The Last Showgirl', compared the actress to Marilyn Monroe, calling her “the Marilyn of our time” and noting the depth of her performance in the film.

The film, which also stars Kiernan Shipka, Brenda Song, and Billie Lourd, will hit select theaters on December 13 and will expand in January. The Golden Globe Awards will be held on January 5, 2025.

Pamela Anderson’s first Golden Globe nomination at 57 sparks wholesome reactions

Pamela Anderson’s historic first-ever Golden Globe nomination for her role in 'The Last Showgirl' has sparked an outpouring of excitement and support from fans across social media. The actress, who has been in the entertainment industry for over three decades, was nominated at the age of 57, marking a significant milestone in her career.

Fans have been celebrating the achievement, with one user commenting, "We need to talk about how huge this is for pamela anderson!!!! you are the moment!!!! " Another user wrote, "Pamela Anderson being nominated for The Last Showgirl feels like a genuine miracle and I’m so happy she’s getting recognition. Hoping she can do it again for The Oscars."

Some fans couldn’t hide their excitement, with one user exclaiming, "It's kind of amazing that Demi Moore and Pamela are coming out of retirement after all this time..."

Another added, "Golden Globe nominee Pamela Anderson is a sentence I never thought I’d say but congrats to the doll."

Fans of the 'Baywatch' generation were especially thrilled, with one user noting, "For us. 'Baywatch' generation, whatta time to be alive to finally see Pamela Anderson nominated for a Golden Globe!!"

"Pamela Anderson getting a Globe nod for the role of a lifetime…..I’m so happy it happened! The Golden Globes are good, I’ve always said that," a user said.

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