Rita Ora's glossy look turns heads as she third wheels husband Taika Waititi - while he cosies up to a VERY famous star on the Emmys red carpet
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Rita Ora cheekily found herself in the role of third wheel when she hit the Emmys red carpet in Los Angeles with her husband, Taika Waititi, on Sunday night.

The 34-year-old British pop star joined the filmmaker, 50, at TV’s night of nights at the Peacock Theater – though it was Taika’s playful banter with Hollywood icon Cate Blanchett that turned heads.

In one hilarious moment, Taika clung to the TÁR actress as Rita tugged on his hand, mock-dragging him back towards her. 

Another shot showed the New Zealand director stretching out his arm to hold onto Cate as she struck a dramatic pose in her daring backless pantsuit.

The trio’s amusing antics ensured all eyes were on them, with their cheeky grins and infectious chemistry making for one of the night’s most talked-about red carpet moments.

Rita brought her fashion A-game to the exclusive event, dazzling in a plunging cream-and-white gown with a daring thigh-high split. 

Rita Ora cheekily found herself in the role of third wheel when she hit the Emmys red carpet with her husband Taika Waititi on Sunday night

Rita Ora cheekily found herself in the role of third wheel when she hit the Emmys red carpet with her husband Taika Waititi on Sunday night

The 34-year-old British pop star joined the filmmaker at TV's night of nights at the Peacock Theater - though it was Taika's playful banter with Hollywood icon Cate Blanchett that turned heads

The 34-year-old British pop star joined the filmmaker at TV’s night of nights at the Peacock Theater – though it was Taika’s playful banter with Hollywood icon Cate Blanchett that turned heads

The New Zealand director stretched out his arm to hold onto Cate as she struck a dramatic pose in her daring backless pantsuit

The New Zealand director stretched out his arm to hold onto Cate as she struck a dramatic pose in her daring backless pantsuit

The singer’s radiant glow shimmered under the camera flashes, her dewy skin adding a high-shine finish to her ensemble. 

She completed the look with silver strappy heels and a chic fringe hairstyle, her tresses softly framing her face. 

Her youthful, age-defying glow gave her a fresh look, ensuring she sparkled as brightly as the Emmy statuettes themselves.

Meanwhile, Taika looked suave in an all-white tuxedo with satin lapels, bow tie and tinted shades, paired with stylish black dress shoes.

Cate, who appeared in Taika’s 2017 Thor: Ragnarok movie, radiated old-school Hollywood glamour in her velvet ensemble, which revealed an open back.

Her striking ensemble proved why she remains one of Hollywood’s most daring fashion risk-takers, pairing timeless elegance with a bold, modern edge.

The trio’s show-stopping displays made them undeniable scene-stealers on the carpet, with each star commanding attention in their own right.

And Taika, with his effortless cool and cheeky charm, provided the perfect balance – making the trio’s red carpet appearance nothing short of unforgettable.

The trio's amusing antics ensured all eyes were on them, with their cheeky grins and infectious chemistry making for one of the night's most talked-about red carpet moments

The trio’s amusing antics ensured all eyes were on them, with their cheeky grins and infectious chemistry making for one of the night’s most talked-about red carpet moments 

Rita brought her fashion A-game to the exclusive event, dazzling in a plunging cream-and-white gown with a daring thigh-high split

Rita brought her fashion A-game to the exclusive event, dazzling in a plunging cream-and-white gown with a daring thigh-high split

Cate radiated old-school Hollywood glamour in her velvet ensemble

Cate radiated old-school Hollywood glamour in her velvet ensemble

The star-studded evening wasn’t just about the red carpet. 

Cate was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for her incredible performance in the Apple TV+ miniseries Disclaimer.

And Taika’s acclaimed U.S. comedy What We Do in the Shadows is also in the running, earning a nod for Outstanding Comedy Series.

The 77th Emmy Awards is taking place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, with comedian Nate Bargatze hosting.

The star-studded presenting line up includes Jenna Ortega, Jennifer Coolidge, Jason Bateman, Jude Law, Sydney Sweeney and Sofía Vergara.

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