"This is NBC, I'm Abby, reporting live from the red carpet.
Just walked past us was the famous rock poet Bob Dylan with his new girlfriend, British comedian Sally Colman, strolling down the red carpet together.
And coming up next on the red carpet is rock diva Avril Lavigne with her companion, the renowned Hollywood director Gilbert Landrini."
Abby's tone was visibly excited. A Hollywood filmmaker with such influence appearing at the Grammy Awards was unprecedented.
Even the Backstreet Boys, who had walked the red carpet earlier, couldn't draw the crowd's attention. Everyone was eagerly anticipating Gilbert's appearance.
Amidst the audience's cheers and screams, Abby reported loudly to the camera: "We can see along both sides of the red carpet, there are not only music fans but also film fans.
Many are holding up posters for The Lord of the Rings and even The Matrix, eagerly waiting for their king to appear…
Oh! Here they come! Director Gilbert and Avril Lavigne are officially walking onto the Grammy red carpet from the guest holding area…"
NBC had even deployed a helicopter for this live broadcast, showing the brightly lit Staples Center sparkling with starlight.
When Gilbert and Avril Lavigne stepped onto the Grammy red carpet, the entire scene instantly erupted.
It was like a calm lake suddenly struck by a massive stone, sending enormous waves rippling outward.
Avril Lavigne wore a short white dress today, with a streak of rose-red falling through her hair, adding a playful touch.
Originally, she had planned to wear a black dress with heavy smoky makeup and multi-colored hair.
But thinking Gilbert might not like it, she opted for a simpler look.
"This seems similar to usual red carpets. They even have a live band performing a medley of this year's nominated albums?"
Gilbert and Avril Lavigne walked along the carpet, waving to the crowd on both sides while chatting.
"Do you usually listen to pop songs?" Avril asked curiously.
"Of course. Believe it or not, the songs I listen to most are probably yours," Gilbert replied.
Avril Lavigne's heart leapt, and she tightened her grip on Gilbert's arm.
Reporters along the carpet shouted, "Hey, Director Gilbert! Look this way, this way…"
"Could you pose as a loving couple?"
Seeing this, Avril asked, "Should we cooperate with them?"
"Do you want to cooperate?"
"Ah…"
Before Avril could respond, Gilbert pulled her to the center of the red carpet, striking a pose that instantly captured countless camera flashes.
"Today, I'm here accompanying you, punk princess," Gilbert said, holding the bewildered Avril Lavigne with a smile.
Her own personalized red carpet pose made Avril extremely happy, her smile even sweeter.
After finishing the red carpet walk, they left their signatures on the autograph wall, posed for the press, and the red carpet ceremony was considered complete.
Red carpet host Abby stopped them, "Sorry to interrupt, could we have a brief interview?"
Gilbert smiled and agreed, "Of course…"
"Thank you," Abby asked, "Director Gilbert, this is your first time attending the Grammys. Why are you here, and how does it feel?"
Gilbert looked at Avril Lavigne, holding his arm with a radiant smile, and said, "It's obviously because of Vivian's invitation.
That day she suddenly called, saying she needed a male companion and asked if I was available. You know, I'm her fan, so I immediately accepted.
The atmosphere at the Grammys is amazing, with so many great singers, bands, and groups. Everyone is enthusiastic, and I'm very happy."
Abby's next question was directed to Avril Lavigne, though it still involved Gilbert.
"Miss Lavigne, why did you decide to invite Director Gilbert to the Grammys? You know, he's a filmmaker."
Avril Lavigne replied with excitement, "I feel that music and film are connected, both forms of art, so Gilbert is not an outsider.
Besides, I'm a fan of Gilbert's movies. I really enjoy watching them, and I've even written songs for his films.
This was the perfect opportunity, so I invited him to attend the Grammys with me. I didn't expect him to agree, which has made me excited for a long time."
At this moment, online chat groups watching the Grammy live broadcast were buzzing. Avril Lavigne's fans and Gilbert's film fans were each discussing in their own spaces.
Although online video had already started to emerge and was developing rapidly, live streaming conditions weren't yet mature, so people could only watch the television broadcast.
According to future plans, Watermelon Video would launch a live streaming model along with real-time interactive comments, bringing the broadcast closer to the audience.
There was no doubt that this live streaming model would revolutionize entertainment, and it was also an opportunity.
The comment barrage, had already been implemented on Watermelon Video. When viewers opened a video, they would suddenly see not only the comment section below but also messages floating across the video from previous viewers.
Thanks to this feature, Watermelon Video had quickly become the dominant player in the emerging online video market.
Of course, other video platforms soon copied this model, and the era of danmu videos in online video websites began.
Currently, video platforms had limited monetization methods, mainly relying on subscriptions and advertising. But this revenue was not enough to make Watermelon Video profitable; other strategies were necessary.
Hence, live streaming and original series production were the next key focuses for Watemelon Video. If done well, there was enormous potential.
However, today's focus was not on that—it was on this Grammy Awards ceremony.
In an Avril Lavigne fan chat group, one fan watched the broadcast and suddenly typed, "I think Vivian likes Gilbert."
"What?"
"???"
"Dude, that joke isn't funny."
"It's true! Just look at Vivian's eyes; they're practically sparkling."
"Not bad. The chaos in the pop music world isn't any less than Hollywood. With someone as big as Gilbert backing her, Vivian won't get hurt as much."
Meanwhile, in Gilbert's film fan chat group, the atmosphere was different.
"I think they're a perfect match!"
"Oh no, it looks like Gilbert's influence has already spread into the pop music world. Even the rock princess is going to fall under his hand."
"I think that's great. When will Taylor join in?"
"Taylor Swift should first deal with that whole busload of her ex-boyfriends!"
"Getting a girlfriend is fine, just don't forget to make films."
"Yes, buddy, you're right."
After a brief round of interviews, Gilbert and Avril Lavigne entered the VIP lounge to rest.
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