The 2025 Golden Globe Awards hosted by Nikki Glaser delivered unforgettable moments, surprise wins, shocking snubs, and set the pace for the upcoming Academy Awards.
- January 6, 2025
AceShowbiz - The 82nd annual Golden Globe Awards took place Sunday night, December 5, bringing together Hollywood's finest at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. Hosted for the first time by comedian Nikki Glaser, the ceremony featured stunning upsets, touching tributes, and a celebration of cinematic and television excellence.
"Emilia Perez" emerged as the dominant force on the film side, winning four awards including best motion picture, drama, and best original song for "El Mal." Zoe Saldana was honored as the best supporting actress in a motion picture. On the TV side, FX's "Shogun" clinched the title of best television series - drama, with acting accolades for Anna Sawai, Hiroyuki Sanada, and Tadanobu Asano.
"The Brutalist" also made significant strides, securing titles for best drama, best actor for Adrien Brody, and best director for Brady Corbet. The film's success at the Golden Globes solidifies its position as an Oscar frontrunner this awards season.
Among the memorable moments, Demi Moore won her first Golden Globe for best performance by a female actor in a motion picture - musical or comedy - for "The Substance," 34 years after her first nomination for "Ghost." Brazilian actress Fernanda Torres became one of the biggest shockers by winning best drama actress for "I'm Still Here."
Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross claimed their third Golden Globe for best original score with "Challengers," tying with Justin Hurwitz as the only three-time winners in the category this century.
Ali Wong's emotional victory for best performance in stand-up comedy on television for her Netflix special "Ali Wong: Single Lady" was also a notable surprise in the comedy categories.
Iconic figures were recognized for their lifetime achievements. Viola Davis received the Cecil B. DeMille Award for her illustrious film career while Ted Danson was honored with the Carol Burnett Award for his contributions to television. Although these achievements were briefly mentioned, they served as a testament to their enduring impact on the industry.
As the Golden Globes set the stage, anticipation builds for the upcoming Oscar nominations on Jan. 17. With "Emilia Perez" and "The Brutalist" leading the pack, all eyes will be on these films to see if they can carry their momentum forward. Whether you're rooting for box office hits like "Wicked" or cheering for TV favorites like "Hacks," awards season promises more excitement ahead.
MOVIES:- Best motion picture, drama: "The Brutalist"
- Best motion picture, musical or comedy: "Emilia Perez"
- Best performance by a female actor in a motion picture, drama: Fernanda Torres - "I'm Still Here"
- Best performance by a male actor in a motion picture, drama: Adrien Brody - "The Brutalist"
- Best performance by a female actor in a motion picture, musical or comedy: Demi Moore - "The Substance"
- Best performance by a male actor in a motion picture, musical or comedy: Sebastian Stan - "A Different Man"
- Best performance by a female actor in a supporting role: Zoe Saldana - "Emilia Perez"
- Best performance by a male actor in a supporting role: Kieran Culkin - "A Real Pain"
- Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: "Wicked"
- Best motion picture, non-English: "Emilia Perez"
- Best motion picture, animated: "Flow"
- Best director: Brady Corbet - "The Brutalist"
- Best screenplay: Peter Straughan - "Conclave"
- Best original score: Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross - "Challengers"
- Best original song: "El Mal" from "Emilia Perez" music/lyrics by Clément Ducol, Camille, Jacques Audiard
- Best television series, drama: "Shogun"
- Best television series, comedy or musical: "Hacks"
- Best performance by a female actor, drama: Anna Sawai - "Shogun"
- Best performance by a male actor, drama: Hiroyuki Sanada - "Shogun"
- Best performance by a female actor TV series, musical or comedy: Jean Smart - "Hacks"
- Best performance by a male actor, TV series, musical or comedy: Jeremy Allen White - "The Bear"
- Best limited series, anthology series or movie made for television: "Baby Reindeer"
- Best performance by a male actor in a limited series, anthology series or movie made for television: Colin Farrell - "The Penguin"
- Best performance by a female actor in a limited series, anthology series or movie made for television: Jodie Foster - "True Detective: Night Country"
- Best performance by a female actor in a supporting role: Jessica Gunning - "Baby Reindeer"
- Best performance by a male actor in a supporting role: Tadanobu Asano - "Shogun"
- Best performance in stand-up comedy on TV: Ali Wong - "Ali Wong: Single Lady"