On January 28, Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell brought their signature charm to the blue carpet for the highly anticipated premiere of ‘You’re Cordially Invited’ at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York.
Witherspoon turned heads on the blue carpet in a sleek black wool jacket with gold accents, paired effortlessly with a chic Louis Vuitton bolero skirt. Chatting with HOLA! USA alongside Ferrell, she reflected on the long-awaited collaboration, two decades after their first meeting on SNL. "Yeah, we did ‘Saturday Night Live’ together. Reese came and was a wonderful host, and I just stayed out of her way,” said Ferrell. "I was different than… People knew to stay out of my way,” Witherspoon laughed. "We’re so thankful we teamed up, or well, team up again, I don’t know… Just to get to do this together was incredible. And not only did we have a great time, but it turned out so good. And it’s so funny, I think it’s a movie people need right now,” added Ferrell.
‘You’re Cordially Invited’ is a comedic tale where Witherspoon plays Margot, a devoted wedding planner for her sister’s big day, and Ferrell portrays Jim, the overzealous father of another bride-to-be. The plot takes off when they discover their destination wedding venue has been double-booked, leading to unexpected hilarity as they attempt to share the space. With such chaos as the backdrop, it taps humorously on the universal experience of wedding planning.
With weddings often seen as life’s pivotal milestones, it was fitting to ask Witherspoon for her best advice to couples planning their big day. "Find something about it that's really meaningful because there’s so much about what you’re wearing and the flowers, the food. But what it’s really about is this incredible connection. So, it’s really important to focus on the connection part of it,” she advised.
Geraldine Viswanathan, who plays Ferrell’s daughter Jenni, dazzled at the premiere wearing a light blue silk dress by Victoria Beckham. She playfully recounted her experience working with the seasoned comedic actor. "He became my real dad. I legally made him my dad. No, just kidding. I love my real dad. It was crazy. I never imagined Will Ferrell would be playing my father. And now it’s happened, it makes all the sense in the world.”
Meanwhile, Meredith Hagner, portraying Witherspoon’s sister Neve, arrived elegantly dressed in an orange gown by Colombian designer Silvia Tcherassi. She expressed her admiration for Witherspoon, sharing, "It’s bigger and more wonderful than what you would dream of. She is the kindest; she’s such an amazing scene partner. She is so talented, but she’s such a cheerleader, and she gave me all these pep talks and was really kind. So, she’s really a good person.”
The star-studded event also featured appearances from the film’s ensemble cast, including Keyla Monterroso Mejía, Rory Scovel, Jack McBrayer, Jimmy Tatro, Celia Weston, and Stony Blyden, alongside director Nicholas Stoller. The mix of personalities and laughter at the premiere infused energy, reflecting the film's spirit.
‘You’re Cordially Invited’ promises to combine physical comedy, heartfelt moments, and relatable family dynamics all wrapped within the chaos of weddings. Witherspoon and Ferrell convey messages about the importance of connection, no matter the circumstances, appealing to all who have navigated the whirlwind of wedding arrangements. Audiences can look forward to enjoying what resonates as not just a film, but also a reminder of the connections we cherish.