Richard Wilkins and Mia Hawkswell’s Romantic AACTA Awards Red Carpet Debut

Richard Wilkins and Mia Hawkswell Shine at 2025 AACTA Awards
By Mary Mrad for Daily Mail Australia
Published: 7 February 2025

[Image 1: Richard Wilkins and Mia Hawkswell embrace on the red carpet in coordinated black attire.]

Richard Wilkins and his girlfriend Mia Hawkswell stole the spotlight with a loved-up red carpet appearance at the 2025 AACTA Awards on the Gold Coast. The Today show star, 70, looked sharp in a classic black tuxedo, white shirt, and bow tie, while makeup artist Mia, 35, dazzled in a figure-flattering black netted gown with a dramatic skirt. The couple, who went public in late 2023, shared warm embraces, showcasing their romance at the prestigious event held at HOTA.

Lincoln Lewis Makes a Stylish Entrance
[Image 2: Lincoln Lewis smiles in a sleek double-breasted suit.]
Former Home and Away actor Lincoln Lewis turned heads in a tailored black suit, pairing it with an unbuttoned white shirt for a relaxed yet polished vibe. The 36-year-old flashed his signature grin, joining Australia’s top talents celebrating cinematic achievements.

Bella Varelis Stuns in Elegant Gown
[Image 3: Bella Varelis poses in a black form-fitting dress with gold jewelry.]
Reality TV star Bella Varelis, 26, wowed in a sleek black gown, her hair styled in a chic high bun. The Bachelor alumna accessorized with minimalist gold jewelry and let her natural beauty shine with subtle makeup. As the face of Live From E! Australia, she beamed while interviewing celebrities on the red carpet.

A Night of Glamour and Celebration
The awards ceremony honored Australia’s film and TV talent, with attendees flaunting bold fashion choices. Wilkins, a veteran entertainment reporter, later covered the event for Today, while Mia shared behind-the-scenes glimpses on social media.

[Image 4: Collage of attendees, including Wilkins, Mia, Lewis, and Varelis.]
Fans praised the couple’s age-defying chemistry online, with one commenting, “Richard and Mia are total #relationshipgoals!” Meanwhile, Bella’s red carpet prowess solidified her status as a rising media personality.

Stay tuned for the full list of AACTA winners!

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