HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Cameron Diaz made her first public appearance since her father's sudden death when she stepped out Thursday night at the Hollywood premiere of her new film, "What Happens in Vegas."
Wearing a tight Zac Posen red dress, the 35-year-old actress joined her co-star, Ashton Kutcher, in playing to the screaming fans in attendance, many of whom were wearing either "Team Cameron" or "Team Ashton" shirts.
"I think she's holding up as well as anyone can imagine," Shawn Levy, the film's producer, told People magazine. "We're trying to give her space and be respectful."
The star's father, Emilio, passed away on April 15 at the age of 58 from post-influenza MRSA pneumonia.
Diaz skipped out on the film's London premiere, as well as a Los Angeles press event for "Vegas" to mourn with her family. At the L.A. press junket, Kutcher read a hand-written statement from Diaz:
First of all I want to thank all of you for your support over the years.
So many films, so many weekends discussing films. I was really looking forward to this weekend getting to talk to my friends about a film that I am so proud of.
Due to the loss of my father I have chosen to be with my family this weekend. But it was important for me to convey to all of you how much I love this film. We really did have the best time, most fun and laughs making it. I know that the stories Ashton, Rob [Corddry] and [Director] Tom [Vaughan] share with you will illustrate that point. I was fortunate to work with a group of truly gifted individuals that share the common denominator of a generous heart and wickedly sick sense of humor.
This weekend I am screening What Happens in Vegas for my family. It was a unanimous decision that we all needed to share a good laugh. After all that's why we make films like these. So people can leave behind their worries for a couple of hours. Have a good laugh.
I picture all of your smiles and it makes me happy.
Thank you for your continued support. It is much appreciated.
Cameron
Diaz was not in attendance at last night's after-party at the Whiskey Blue in the W Hotel.
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