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Episode: SJP is Golden! It’s a SATC Reunion!

Host: Kristin Davis
Release Date: January 9, 2026

Episode Overview

In this heartfelt episode, Kristin Davis offers an inside look at a very special Sex and the City mini-reunion, centered around Sarah Jessica Parker (SJP) receiving the prestigious Carol Burnett Award at the new Golden Eve event held before the Golden Globes. Kristin recounts her nerves, the deep emotions shared, and the web of personal connections that made the evening so significant, all while delivering candid and affectionate stories about her friendship with SJP. For SATC fans and anyone curious about what goes on behind Hollywood’s sparkliest curtains, this episode is rich with nostalgia, warmth, and laughter.

Main Themes & Key Discussion Points

1. The Golden Eve Event & SJP’s Honor (02:31–04:21)

• Golden Eve: A new event by the Golden Globes, awarding two lifetime achievement honors: The Carol Burnett Award (for comedy, presented to SJP) and the Cecil B. DeMille Award (for film, presented to Dame Helen Mirren).

• SATC Reunion: Kristin, Sarah Jessica Parker, and others reunited. Cynthia Nixon was absent due to her Broadway commitments.

• Nerves & Emotions: Kristin was both honored and anxious to deliver a speech about SJP.

  "I'm just in awe and blown away...every time I rewatch [SATC], I'm even more impressed by [Sarah Jessica]."
  — Kristin Davis (03:29)

2. Speech Preparation & The Challenge of Expressing Friendship (04:21–07:50)

• Speech Dilemma: Kristin, sober for many years, was sent a script centered around a Cosmopolitan toast (iconic from SATC), but felt it wasn't right for her. Colman Domingo stepped in for the Cosmo toast. Kristin wrote her own speech from the heart.

  "I really wanted to convey...what an incredible person she was, but that's really hard to do."
  — Kristin Davis (04:20)

• Overcoming Stage Fright: Notable pressure due to Harrison Ford sitting front row; Kristin focused on SJP for grounding.

• Supportive Crowd: Surrounded by longtime friends and colleagues, including HBO network execs and SATC team, making the night both easier and more moving.

  "So rare that you get to stand up on a stage and talk about one of your friends...cry. My whole challenge...was trying to get through it without crying."
  — Kristin Davis (05:11)

• Memorable Moment: SJP was so touched by Kristin’s speech that she needed a tissue—“very, very rare.”

3. Red Carpet Realness & Fashion Stress (07:51–10:27)

• Behind the Glamour: Kristin describes the anxiety of preparing for a red carpet after a stretch in “mommy mode,” stressing over nails, tan, and not clashing with SJP.

• Fashion Choices: Eventually chose a simple and elegant black St. John dress.

• Arriving Early: Initial solo photos looked “mad”—an enduring awkwardness of red carpets.

• Friendly Faces: Arrival of Evan Handler (Harry), David Eigenberg, SJP’s family, and other friends put her at ease.

  "Being on a red carpet with a bunch of photographers is just never really that comfortable."
  — Kristin Davis (10:28)

4. Guests, Glam, and Celebrity Encounters (16:07–19:49)

• Guest List Highlights: Viola Davis and Tessa Thompson (presenting to Helen Mirren), Ted Danson, Mary Steenburgen, Harrison Ford, Walton Goggins, and a host of SATC/HBO family.

• Walton Goggins Anecdote: Kristin describes rescuing old friend Walton Goggins from an overly affectionate group of fans.

  "There was a gaggle [of fans] at one point, and I felt worried for him...of course, Walton can handle himself."
  — Kristin Davis (18:09)

• Reflections on Overstimulation: The night’s energy was so intense, Kristin barely slept—par for the course at major award nights.

5. Ceremony Details & SJP’s Career Reflections (19:49–24:11)

• Matthew Broderick’s Rare Toast: SJP’s husband spoke movingly about their history and his memories of her early SATC days.

• SJP’s Acceptance Speech: Sarah Jessica Parker shared unknown stories from her youth in theater, including a special Cincinnati/Broadway connection that surprised even Kristin.

  "I saw Sarah Jessica play an orphan in Annie on Broadway when we were in our tweens, which is insane."
  — Kristin Davis (21:13)

• Cosmic Connections: Kristin details a full-circle moment—she saw SJP act on Broadway as a child, acted in the same theater community years later, and acknowledges “insane” life and career parallels.

• SJP Honored (But Too Young?): Jokes about SJP being “too young” for a lifetime achievement award, but notes the breadth and quality of her career.

  "We have gotten to do something that we love so much for so long and now we're being recognized...It boggles the mind."
  — Kristin Davis (23:45)

6. Final Thoughts, Happy Tears & HBO Shoutouts (24:11–25:14)

• Overflowing Gratitude: Kristin admits she’s “still not over” the emotion from the night, emphasizing her happiness for SJP.

• Upcoming Podcast Hopes: Expresses excitement about HBO’s “Heated Rivalry”—jokingly refers to it as the “hockey show”—and determination to get Connor, one of its actors, on the podcast.

  "I'm just trying all the ways. All the ways. Okay, so cross your fingers."
  — Kristin Davis (24:56)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On SJP’s Brilliance:
  “Every time I watch an episode, I’m just like, she’s so brilliant. Oh, my gosh. Like, I didn’t even know how brilliant she was at the time. I mean, I knew she was brilliant, but, but every time I rewatch, I’m even more impressed.”
  – Kristin Davis (03:11)

• On SJP’s Rare Show of Emotion:
  “[Sarah Jessica] had to get a tissue out, which is very, very rare, you guys. Very, very rare.”
  – Kristin Davis (06:06)

• On Red Carpet Awkwardness:
  “Being on a red carpet with a bunch of photographers is just never really that comfortable.”
  – Kristin Davis (10:28)

• On Full-Circle Moments:
  “I saw Sarah Jessica play an orphan in Annie on Broadway when we were in our tweens, which is insane.”
  – Kristin Davis (21:13)

• Reflecting on Luck:
  “We have gotten to do something that we love so much for so long and that now we’re being, like, recognized and I’m able to be there and help honor her. It boggles the mind.”
  – Kristin Davis (23:45)

Important Timestamps

• 02:31 – Kristin describes the Golden Eve event and the importance of the night.
• 03:29 – Kristin expresses awe at SJP’s career and acting.
• 04:21 – Preparing her own meaningful speech and the difficulty of expressing emotion.
• 07:51 – Fashion and red carpet prep anxiety.
• 10:28 – Red carpet candidness and arrival of beloved cast/friends.
• 16:07 – High-profile celebrity guests; reconnecting with Walton Goggins.
• 19:49 – Matthew Broderick’s speech and SJP’s moving acceptance.
• 21:13 – Kristin’s Broadway connections to SJP.
• 23:45 – Reflection on the journey and recognition.
• 24:56 – Closing Podcast plans and gratitude.

Summary

This episode is a touching tribute to friendship and legacy, as Kristin Davis lets listeners behind the scenes of a unique Hollywood honor for Sarah Jessica Parker. Kristin’s storytelling is candid and affectionate, filled with warm anecdotes about SATC’s enduring family, the excitement (and weirdness) of showbiz events, and the pride in seeing a friend’s remarkable career celebrated. With moments of both laughter and tears, longtime fans will especially appreciate this glimpse into the real-life bonds that made Sex and the City so beloved—and continue to shape Kristin’s journey.