Few moments in recent Hollywood history have sparked as much online buzz as the resurfaced footage of Scarlett Johansson and Halle Berry sharing a lively conversation at the 2021 People’s Choice Awards. The clip, which made the rounds again on social media in February 2026 thanks to a post by the account Scarlett Johansson Updates, reminded fans just how electric the energy between these two powerhouses truly is. Their brief but animated exchange felt like a collision of two eras of action cinema, drawing millions of views and reigniting appreciation for both actresses. It was the kind of candid celebrity moment that the internet simply cannot get enough of.
The evening itself was already a landmark one for both women. Berry was presented with the People’s Icon Award at the Santa Monica ceremony, a recognition of her extraordinary and wide-ranging career spanning decades of film. Johansson took home the Female Movie Star of 2021 honor for her performance as Natasha Romanoff in ‘Black Widow’, capping off her long run with the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Accepting her award, Johansson reflected on the weight of stepping into that role and what it meant to her: “When I first started my journey with Marvel, I didn’t know whether or not audiences would like my portrayal of this beloved character.” She also made sure to acknowledge the women who stood beside her both in front of and behind the camera, saying “I also have to mention the badass women that I worked with on this film.”
Berry’s acceptance speech that evening was no less powerful. Speaking directly to the fans who had followed her throughout her career, she credited them with giving her the courage to keep taking risks. “The only way I’ve been able to step outside of my comfort zone and leave the world better than I found it is because of you,” she told the crowd. It was a deeply personal moment that underscored why Berry has remained such a beloved and enduring figure in Hollywood for so long.
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— Scarlett Johansson Updates (@ScarlettJUpdate) February 18, 2026
Fast forward to early 2026 and both women are still very much at the height of their careers. Berry is currently starring in the high-stakes heist thriller ‘Crime 101’, which arrived in theaters on February 13. She plays Sharon Coombs, an insurance broker who finds herself dangerously entangled with a cunning diamond thief. Beyond that project, she is also gearing up to portray the President of the United States in the upcoming Apple TV+ thriller ‘The President Is Missing’, in which her character must outwit her own Secret Service detail to stop a global catastrophe.
Johansson has been no less busy on her end. She confirmed that Disney’s ‘Tower of Terror’ adaptation remains in active development, though finding the right script has proven to be a challenge. “It’s a hard nut to crack,” she said, while remaining optimistic about where the project is headed, adding “But we’ll crack the case of it. It’s taking shape!” She is also preparing to lead a bold reimagining of ‘The Exorcist’ set for 2027, directed by acclaimed horror filmmaker Mike Flanagan. It is a pairing that has generated enormous anticipation among both horror fans and longtime Johansson supporters.
The throwback moment between these two actresses is more than just a nostalgic highlight reel clip. It serves as a reminder that Hollywood’s most enduring stars are often defined not just by their individual work, but by the way they carry themselves when the cameras are not rolling. The warmth and mutual admiration captured in that brief exchange speaks to a kind of camaraderie that fans find genuinely inspiring.
For context, the People’s Choice Awards have been held annually since 1975, making them one of the longest-running fan-voted award ceremonies in entertainment history. Unlike industry-voted honors such as the Oscars or Golden Globes, the People’s Choice Awards are determined entirely by public vote, which gives them a unique standing as a direct reflection of popular sentiment. The People’s Icon Award in particular is reserved for entertainers whose impact on popular culture goes far beyond a single role or era of their career.
Halle Berry became the first Black woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress back in 2002 for her role in ‘Monster’s Ball’, a milestone that remains one of the most significant achievements in Hollywood history. Her portrayal of Catwoman in the 2004 film ‘Catwoman’ gave her one of her most visually iconic looks, which fans often reference when she shows off her fierce side. Scarlett Johansson, for her part, has been one of the highest-grossing actresses in cinema history, with her appearances across the Marvel franchise alone accounting for billions of dollars in worldwide box office revenue.
If this throwback has reignited your appreciation for either of these two legends, share your thoughts in the comments.
