Jamie Lee Curtis honors World AIDS Day and sparks ‘My Girl’ nostalgia with rare behind-the-scenes clip

Jamie Lee Curtis is closing out the year with a one-two burst of reflection and remembrance: a heartfelt World AIDS Day tribute to friends she’s lost and a newly shared, never-before-seen musical moment from the set of the 1991 coming-of-age film My Girl. The pairing underlines what has defined her recent public presence—candor, memory, and a steady insistence on using her platform for something bigger than herself.

Jamie Lee Curtis marks World AIDS Day with a personal remembrance

On December 1, Curtis spotlighted World AIDS Day with a throwback image and message that remembered friends who died in the early years of the epidemic. The post folded advocacy into grief, urging followers to give back during the holidays and to keep HIV/AIDS education and prevention in view. For longtime fans, the note tracked with Curtis’ decades of philanthropy and event hosting for children and families affected by AIDS. The tone was unvarnished: a star acknowledging the specific people she misses while asking others to carry the work forward.

Why it matters now: HIV/AIDS fatigue is real, especially for younger audiences who didn’t live through the 1980s and 1990s. Curtis’ post reframed the day through story—names, faces, and friendship—making remembrance feel immediate rather than historical. It’s a reminder that celebrity advocacy can resonate when it is rooted in lived connections.

A joyfully scrappy ‘My Girl’ video shows the cast in a new light

Within hours of the World AIDS Day reflection, Curtis also shared a delightfully scrappy behind-the-scenes video from My Girl. In it, the film’s young leads and adult cast belt a playful rendition of “My Girl,” complete with makeshift instruments and plenty of grins. Curtis added context in her caption: the clip was initially a private crew memento; the production once cycled through different working titles before landing on the one audiences know; and yes, there were some costume ideas best left on the cutting-room floor.

Three takeaways jump out:

• The chemistry was real. The footage captures a set culture that felt safe and fun for child actors—key to why the film still hits an emotional nerve.

• Curtis the curator. As she’s done with other projects, Curtis is increasingly the storyteller of her own history, sharing artifacts, annotations, and occasional course-corrections directly with fans.

• Nostalgia with new information. Small revelations—like early title debates—give longtime viewers fresh trivia without puncturing the film’s spell.

Recent headlines keep Jamie Lee Curtis in the cultural conversation

Curtis has also been in the news for frank, sometimes tearful reflections in interviews touching on leadership, kindness, and the public figures who embody—or, in her view, fail—those values. The reaction underscores a familiar pattern with Curtis: she speaks plainly, it lands strongly with supporters, and it sparks debate beyond her core fan base. Recent updates indicate the discussion is ongoing; details may evolve.

What’s next for Jamie Lee Curtis

Beyond social posts and interview buzz, Curtis’ near-term slate keeps her squarely in front of audiences:

• Freaky Friday sequel: She reunites on screen with Lindsay Lohan in a new chapter set for 2025, revisiting one of the most beloved mother-daughter swaps in modern studio comedies.

• Ensemble drama with a celebrated filmmaker: Curtis appears in an upcoming feature led by a heavyweight writer-director alongside a stacked cast—an adult-drama counterweight to the high-concept fun of body-swap comedy.

• Ongoing advocacy and authorship: Expect more kids’ lit projects and cause-driven appearances; Curtis’ calendar typically braids creative work with community work.

Why this moment resonates for fans

Curtis’ World AIDS Day remembrance and the My Girl clip arrive with the same emotional signature: specificity. She doesn’t speak in generalities about a cause; she names friends. She doesn’t just say a film was joyful; she shows the joy. That specificity helps explain her late-career momentum—from an Oscar-winning turn to viral guest roles and buzzy talk-show moments. Audiences increasingly reward artists who feel human at scale.

For fans, there are two easy actions to take from this week’s updates. First, lean into remembrance—whether by donating, learning, or simply telling stories of people you’ve lost. Second, revisit My Girl with fresh eyes. The newly surfaced clip reframes the movie not just as a tear-jerker from the early ’90s, but as the product of a set that looked like a family band, laughing between takes.

Jamie Lee Curtis right now

In recent days, Jamie Lee Curtis has used her platform for memory and meaning. The World AIDS Day post brings the past into the present with purpose; the My Girl video turns nostalgia into a communal smile. Together, they offer a concise portrait of a star who’s become her own archivist—generous with the artifacts, clear about the lessons, and still eager to connect.