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Emma Watson Makes Elegant Return to Cannes After 12-Year Hiatus

The actress, entrepreneur, and Oxford student arrived at Nice Airport in a chic black cardigan and white floral lace skirt, marking her first Cannes appearance since 2013.

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Overview

  • Emma Watson was photographed arriving at Nice Airport on May 20, 2025, ahead of the 78th Cannes Film Festival, wearing a black cardigan and white floral lace skirt.
  • This marks Watson's first appearance at Cannes since 2013, when she attended the premiere of Sofia Coppola's 'The Bling Ring.'
  • Watson has largely stepped back from acting, with her last film role over six years ago, and has since focused on academic and entrepreneurial pursuits.
  • Currently enrolled in a creative writing program at Oxford University, Watson also co-leads the gin brand Renais with her brother.
  • Her rare public appearances in recent years include a 2023 red carpet event with Malala Yousafzai and a low-key outing at the 2025 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.