After earning a Razzie nomination for her performance in Madame Web, Dakota Johnson recently found herself the target of some lighthearted camaraderie from Sandra Bullock—sparking an unexpected bond over Hollywood’s most infamous “worst actress” award. This Dakota Johnson Sandra Bullock Razzie Club brunch story reveals how a disappointing accolade led to a new connection between two major stars and an invitation to a tongue-in-cheek brunch honoring their shared experiences.
Sandra Bullock Welcomes Dakota Johnson to the “Razzie Club”
While appearing on Amy Poehler’s Good Hang podcast, Dakota Johnson recounted how she received a surprising message from Sandra Bullock. Poehler had asked her about an actor or actress she admired, but Johnson instead shared a recent exchange that took her by surprise.
“Recently, I actually exchanged text messages — well, I got a voice note — from Sandra Bullock,”
Johnson said. Admitting to her Razzie win, she added,
“I don’t know if you know, but I won the Razzie for worst actress.”
—Dakota Johnson, Actor
The conversation took a humorous turn when Johnson described Bullock’s approach to their shared Razzie history.
“Sandra Bullock sent me a voice note, being like, ‘I heard you are in the Razzie Club, we should have brunch, we should have, like, a monthly brunch,’”
Johnson recalled. She then explained the unique connection, noting,
“Because I guess she won that, like, the year that she won the Oscar, as well.”
—Dakota Johnson, Actor
Johnson could hardly contain her excitement at being contacted by such a renowned figure.
“But I freaked out getting this message from her! Because… she’s so iconic to me as, like, a movie star. I was like, ‘Oh my god.’ It was just crazy.”
—Dakota Johnson, Actor
Later in the conversation, Johnson revealed more about Bullock’s experience with the Razzie.
“Sandra Bullock said that she asked for the award, and like, picked it up, And then they called her and asked her to give it back because they only had one.”
—Dakota Johnson, Actor
Award Tradition and the Unexpected Connection
Sandra Bullock’s history with the Razzie is as memorable as her acceptance speech. The day after she accepted the Razzie for All About Steve, Bullock won an Oscar for her role in The Blindside. Not only did she pick up the Razzie in person, but she also handed out DVDs of her film to attendees, playfully challenging them to watch it and decide for themselves whether it truly deserved the infamous title.
“If you’re willing to watch it, and then I will come back next year — and I will give back the Razzie,”
she told the crowd.
The Razzie awards, known for spotlighting what some consider the lowest moments in film, have ironically become a rite of passage for many acclaimed actors, including Al Pacino, Halle Berry, Ben Affleck, and even Francis Ford Coppola, who won multiple Razzies for Megalopolis. Some, like Bullock, accept their Razzie with humor, and Johnson now finds herself in this select company, celebrated for embracing the ups and downs of a film career with both humility and wit.
What This Means for Stars Like Dakota Johnson
While a Razzie is meant to recognize notable flops, it often becomes a connection point among talent who handle criticism with good humor. Dakota Johnson’s entrance into the Razzie Club, guided by Sandra Bullock’s supportive welcome and their playful brunch idea, demonstrates that these awards can foster community and resilience. As more stars openly accept both praise and criticism, the boundary between failure and success in Hollywood keeps blurring, with stories like Johnson’s and Bullock’s proving that camaraderie and self-awareness matter just as much as critical acclaim.
