Let’s be real here — no one wants to miss out on the afterparties at events like the Golden Globes. Even Claire Foy, the incredibly talented actress who wowed audiences as the young Queen Elizabeth in The Crown, isn’t immune to the struggles of party-hopping. Believe it or not, despite having an award under her belt, Claire revealed that she had trouble getting into any of the afterparties at the 2018 Emmys. Now, that’s embarrassing. But this time around, for the 2019 Golden Globes, she decided to come fully prepared to ensure she wouldn’t be left standing outside again.

“I’m not taking any chances this year,” Claire told E!’s Ryan Seacrest on the red carpet. The 34-year-old actress shared that she’s leaving nothing to chance when it comes to accessing the exclusive post-Golden Globes festivities. “I brought my passport, my ID, everything I can possibly bring,” she joked. But it wasn’t just about the paperwork — Claire also brought along a trusted family member to vouch for her identity. “I even brought my sister with me,” she added, laughing. It’s like she’s saying, “Security, meet my sister. She knows me better than anyone!”

Claire’s Past Struggles: The Mortifying Emmys Experience

Now, let’s rewind to the 2018 Emmys. Claire wasn’t just any guest — she was a nominee, and she even took home an award for her role in The Crown. Despite her impressive resume, she found herself unable to get into any of the afterparties. It was a mortifying experience that she later opened up about to Jimmy Fallon. “I was standing outside like a fool,” she recalled, laughing about the awkwardness. Thankfully, she wasn’t alone for too long. Queer Eye’s Jonathan Van Ness came to her rescue, acting as her "knight in a white suit" and getting her past the security barricades.

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“When he got me in, I made it a point of principle,” Claire shared. “I was like, ‘Thank you, Jonathan, but I’m waiting until I’ve got the tickets and I’m going to do this properly.’” And while it might sound ridiculous now, it’s clear that Claire learned her lesson and was determined not to repeat the same mistake at the Golden Globes.