Entertainment
Hollywood’s Biggest Night Gets the Ultimate Toast: Tequila Don Julio’s Oscars®-Worthy Cocktails
Tequila Don Julio returns to the Oscars® on March 2, 2025, showcasing signature cocktails while pledging $500,000 for fire relief efforts, combining celebration with community support and artistic ventures.
As the glitz and glamour of Hollywood’s biggest night draws near, anticipation fills the air. This year, on March 2, 2025, the Oscars® will once again illuminate the entertainment industry, and Tequila Don Julio is ready to help celebrate in style. Returning for the eighth consecutive year as a proud partner of the Governors Ball—the official after-party of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences—Tequila Don Julio is set to dazzle with a cocktail experience that pays homage to both film and culture.
Crafting an Exquisite Cocktail Experience
In collaboration with globally acclaimed mixologist Charles Joly and the acclaimed Handshake Speakeasy from Mexico City, Tequila Don Julio has curated a stunning lineup of signature cocktails that draw inspiration from the rich, vibrant flavors of Modern Mexico. Each cocktail promises to elevate the evening, ensuring that every sip is as memorable as the moments celebrated on stage.
“Each cocktail gets the star-studded treatment with Tequila Don Julio at the foundation,” says Joly. “It’s an incredible honor for us to show up with celebratory cocktails made just for that night.” With this level of thoughtfulness, Tequila Don Julio is ready to impress not just the stars walking the red carpet, but also those tuning in from home.
A Toast to Resilience
This year’s festivities carry an added layer of significance, as Tequila Don Julio has pledged $500,000 to support Los Angeles fire relief efforts. In the wake of the devastating wildfires that have impacted the community, the brand is stepping up to lend a helping hand, emphasizing their commitment to the city that has been a second home for them.
Tequila Don Julio is partnering with affected Mexican artists to auction unique artwork pieces via Charitybuzz.com, with proceeds directed towards the Another Round Another Rally’s Disaster Relief Fund. This endeavor not only supports the artistic community but also provides essential relief to hospitality workers affected by the wildfires.
Icons in a Glass
The cocktail selection debuting at the Governors Ball includes an impressive array of concoctions, designed to impress even the most discerning palates. Here are a couple of standout creations:
Golden Age Gimlet
By Handshake Speakeasy
This refreshing cocktail features:
- 1 ½ oz Tequila Don Julio Blanco
- 1 ½ oz Fresh Pineapple Juice
- ¾ oz Fresh Lime Juice
- ½ oz Vanilla Syrup
Preparation: Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice, shake thoroughly, and strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with an olive.
The Clear Winner
By Charles Joly
A delightful mix that brings out the best in Tequila Don Julio Reposado:
- 1 ½ oz Tequila Don Julio Reposado
- ½ oz Fresh Lime Juice
- ¾ oz Fresh Grapefruit Juice
- 1 oz Tamarind Syrup
- 1 ½ oz Hibiscus Tea
Preparation: Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice, shake vigorously, and strain into a Collins glass over a large format ice cube. Garnish with a citrus slice.
Celebrating with Responsibility
As Hollywood’s brightest stars gather for a night filled with laughter, tears, and heartfelt speeches, Tequila Don Julio encourages everyone—both in-person and at home—to celebrate responsibly. With innovative cocktails and a commitment to community support, Tequila Don Julio is not just raising glasses; they are raising hopes for a brighter future in Los Angeles.
In a industry where celebration often goes hand-in-hand with giving back, Tequila Don Julio is a refreshing reminder that one can enjoy the good times while also uplifting those in need. So, as you gear up for Oscars® night, why not mix up a signature cocktail, toast to the resilience of the community, and enjoy the magic of cinema with a twist of Mexico?
For updates on the auction and cocktail recipes, follow @donjuliotequila on social media. Here’s to Hollywood’s biggest night—you won’t want to miss a moment! Cheers! 🥂
ABOUT TEQUILA DON JULIO
Founded on the pioneering agricultural principles of Don Julio González and his personal pursuit of perfection, Tequila Don Julio revolutionized the tequila industry and set the standard for ultra-premium tequila. The original luxury tequila of choice in Mexico, Tequila Don Julio uses only the highest caliber, fully matured and ripened Blue Agave that has been hand-selected from the rich, clay soils of the Los Altos region of the state of Jalisco. The Tequila Don Julio portfolio includes Tequila Don Julio Blanco, Tequila Don Julio Reposado, Tequila Don Julio Añejo, Tequila Don Julio 70 Añejo Cristalino, Tequila Don Julio Alma Miel, Tequila Don Julio 1942, and Tequila Don Julio Ultima Reserva. For more information on Tequila Don Julio, please visit www.DonJulio.com.
**Amount donated excludes credit card fees and auctioneer’s fees. Minimum bid for each artwork, $5,000. No bid accepted/no donation made if auction reserve price is not met. Must be 21+ with valid credit card to place bid. Auction dates: 2/25/2025 -3/11/2025. Auctioneer: CharityBuzz, LLC, 437 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10016. Donation made to Another Round Another Rally, https://AnotherRoundAnotherRally.org, 1 N 1st Street Suite 7245, Phoenix, AZ 85004. Winning bids may not be tax deductible.
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New hybrid event aims to give grieving audiences meaningful holiday viewing, with films from more than 25 countries and a mission centered on love, loss, and emotional truth.
A new film festival debuting in late 2026 is taking a different approach to holiday entertainment. Grief Fest™: The Grief Film Festival, created by My Grief Angels Inc., is being introduced as what organizers believe is the world’s first film festival dedicated entirely to grief, remembrance, resilience, and healing.
The hybrid festival will run in two segments: November 25–29, 2026, during Thanksgiving week, and December 24, 2026, through January 3, 2027, during Christmas and New Year’s. Top Honors films will be announced on December 31, 2026.
Organizers say the timing is intentional. Research cited in the announcement shows that grief and loneliness are major holiday stressors for many Americans, making the season especially difficult for people coping with loss. In that context, Grief Fest™ is positioning itself as an alternative to the flood of traditional feel-good holiday programming.
The festival is open to short films, features, documentaries, experimental work, AI-generated projects, and VR experiences. It is described as inclusive, non-religious, and LGBTQ+ friendly, with submissions already received from more than 25 countries. All films will be presented in English, either spoken or subtitled.
Grief Fest™ will be available both in person and virtually through Film Festival Plus, making it accessible to audiences worldwide. The launch of GriefFest.com also includes Lumen, a multilingual AI guide designed to help filmmakers and attendees navigate the festival in their preferred language.
Rather than focusing on industry prestige, organizers say the festival is centered on community and emotionally honest storytelling. For audiences who feel unseen during the holidays, Grief Fest™ is aiming to offer something rare on the seasonal screen: recognition.
Source: PR Newswire
Related Reading
- Grief Fest: Official festival site
- My Grief Angels Inc.: About the nonprofit behind the festival
- Film Festival Plus: Virtual access platform
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Entertainment
Bring History to Life with Experiences That Feel Real
Bring History to Life: Reading books and watching documentaries can be good ways to learn about history, but there’s something particularly meaningful about immersive experiences that allow you to step inside the stories that shaped the world.
Bring History to Life with Experiences That Feel Real
(Feature Impact) Reading books and watching documentaries can be good ways to learn about history, but there’s something particularly meaningful about immersive experiences that allow you to step inside the stories that shaped the world.
During a visit to the U-505 Submarine exhibit at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (Griffin MSI), guests can literally step inside a historic German U-boat captured during World War II. In 1944, the U.S. Navy underwent a top-secret mission to disarm and take over one of the German submarines that wreaked havoc on the high seas, attacking not just military vessels but merchant ships and supply ships as well.
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“The mission was a dangerous one, as U-boat captains were under strict orders to sink their own subs if they were in danger of capture,” said Dr. Voula Saridakis, head curator at Griffin MSI, “but the U.S. Navy managed to take over the vessel and keep it afloat long enough to reach American shores. There, they studied it to gather German military secrets and other intelligence items, like the codebreaking Enigma Machine now on display at Griffin MSI.”
As you tour the submarine, you’ll experience firsthand what life was really like on board. Climb through the hatch, picture yourself bunking for the night in the cramped sleeping quarters, take a turn trying to maneuver the submarine while dodging torpedoes and imagine the bravery of the American soldiers who risked themselves on a perilous mission to capture the vessel and help turn the tide of the war.
There are many important lessons to glean from history, and they’re often easier to understand when presented in a tangible way. Planning visits to museum exhibits and historical sites allows you to stand where others have stood, see what they’ve seen and connect your human experience with theirs. Parents, children, educators, students and people of all ages can find something to inspire them in these stories.
Learn more about bringing history and science to life at GriffinMSI.org.
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Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Entertainment
Patrick Stewart, Beloved Star of Star Trek and X-Men, Dies at 86
Sir Patrick Stewart, beloved for his performances as Captain Jean-Luc Picard and Professor Charles Xavier, has died at 86, leaving a lasting legacy across television, film and theater.
Entertainment News Brief
Sir Patrick Stewart, the acclaimed actor best known as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek and Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men films, has died at 86.
Stewart died October 28 at his home in Los Angeles, according to a statement from his spokesperson reported by Reuters. The announcement said he had been living with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia and was with his wife, Sunny Ozell.
Stewart brought a commanding presence and a thoughtful approach to leadership to Star Trek: The Next Generation, which aired from 1987 to 1994. He later continued Picard’s story in feature films and returned for Star Trek: Picard.
His career also encompassed Shakespearean theater, including work with the Royal Shakespeare Company. He was knighted in 2010 for his contributions to drama.
For generations of viewers, Stewart helped make science fiction a place to explore questions of responsibility, compassion and humanity.
Sources
● Reuters: Patrick Stewart, Shakespearean actor turned Star Trek and X-Men star, dies at 86
● ABC News: Patrick Stewart dies at 86
