Paul Mescal
The Normal People actor's mother began undergoing treatment for cancer earlier this year.
Strictly Come Dancing champion Rose Ayling-Ellis and David Tennant have also been nominated at the Oliviers.
Fortunately, Courtney B Vance and Paul Mescal were both at hand to help the Oscar winner out.
The A-listers from the big and small screen were out in force at this year's ceremony.
"People get confused," said the Normal People star.
The Normal People actor recalled a recent incident when a fan crossed the line.
The Irish actor has landed his first Academy Award nomination for his role in the drama Aftersun.
The Normal People star is in the running for Best Actor following his performance in Aftersun.
We're over the moon for Paul Mescal and Stephanie Hsu – but where were Dolly De Leon and Danielle Deadwyler?
The Normal People star, who appeared completely naked in numerous scenes in the BBC series, reflected on an incident that left him “angry.”