One Battle After Another’ emerged as the night’s biggest winner, taking home four Golden Globes, including Best Picture – Drama, though it will likely face strong competition at the Oscars from Chloe Zhao’s ‘Hamnet’. Other films in contention included Frankenstein, It Was Just an Accident, ‘The Secret Agent’, ‘Sentimental Value’, and ‘Sinners’. On the television side, the night’s top honours went to ‘The Pitt’ for Best Drama Series, ‘The Studio’ for Best Comedy or Musical, and ‘Adolescence’ for Best Limited Series, Anthology Series, or TV Movie. The ceremony, hosted for the second year in a row by comedian Nikki Glaser, kicked off with her trademark zingers targeting CBS, the Department of Justice, and a handful of celebrities. Awards were handed out early to standout performances, including Teyana Taylor in ‘One Battle After Another’, Stellan Skarsgård in ‘Sentimental Value’, Noah Wyle, Rose Byrne, Seth Rogen, Michelle Williams, and Jean Smart, making for a fast paced, star-studded start to the evening.
NETFLIX’S ‘ADOLESCENCE’ SWEEPS GOLDEN GLOBES WITH HISTORIC WINS
Netflix’s miniseries ‘Adolescence’ dominated the Golden Globes, taking home four awards and cementing its status as the night’s breakout hit. The show won Best Limited Series, Anthology Series, or TV Movie, while acting honours went to Owen Cooper, who became the youngest person in Golden Globes history to win Supporting Actor in a TV series, as well as co-stars Stephen Graham and Erin Doherty. The four-part crime drama, created by Jack Thorne and Stephen Graham and directed by Philip Barantini, explores the violent death of a 13-year-old girl in an English suburb and sparked global conversations about online misogyny. Celebrated for its slow-burn storytelling, moving performances, and innovative one shot cinematography, ‘Adolescence’ impressed audiences and critics alike. Speaking on stage, Thorne praised the creative team, calling Barantini and cinematographer Matt Lewis “geniuses”.
GOLDEN GLOBES REVEALS ITS MENU
The Golden Globes turned heads by unveiling the menu stars dined on during the ceremony, and it quickly became a moment of its own. Curated by famed chef Nobu Matsuhisa, the spread leaned luxe and protein-forward, featuring a caviar cup, lobster salad with spicy lemon dressing, yellowtail jalapeño, salmon and tuna nigiri, and Nobu’s signature miso black cod. Photos of the meal sparked conversation on X, where a dedicated thread dissected the carb-free, awards-season-appropriate plate. After a string of recent ceremonies criticised online for skimpy catering, the Globes answered back with indulgence drawn from Nobu’s global restaurant playbook. The night’s dining experience wrapped on a sweet note with white chocolate mousse, pistachio sponge, and a ceremonial matcha cake.
WAGNER MOURA MAKES HISTORY AS SECOND BRAZILIAN TO WIN GOLDEN GLOBE
Wagner Moura claimed the Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama for his performance in the political thriller ‘The Secret Agent’, becoming only the second Brazilian actor to win a Golden Globes acting award, following Fernanda Torres’ victory last year for ‘I’m Still Here’. The win marked another high point in an already standout awards season for the 49-year-old actor. In his acceptance speech, Moura reflected on the film’s themes, describing ‘The Secret Agent’ as a story about memory, the absence of it, and generational trauma. He noted that while trauma can be passed down through generations, values can be as well, dedicating his award to those who continue to stand by their principles during difficult times. Moura also thanked the Golden Globes, his fellow nominees, his family, and his “friend,” director Kleber Mendonça Filho. Directed by Mendonça Filho, The Secret Agent is set during Brazil’s military dictatorship of the 1970s and follows Armando, a former professor forced into hiding while trying to protect his young son. The role previously earned Moura the Best Actor prize at last year’s Cannes Film Festival, making him the first Brazilian performer to receive that honour.
TIMOTHÉE CHALAMET BECOMES EARLY OSCAR FAVOURITE WITH WIN
Timothée Chalamet took home the Golden Globe for Best Actor for his performance in ‘Marty Supreme’, acknowledging the strength of a category he said was filled with acting “greats,” including George Clooney, Leonardo DiCaprio, Ethan Hawke, Jesse Plemons, and Lee Byung-hun. During his acceptance speech, Chalamet also gave a playful shoutout to co-star Kevin O’Leary, joking that his younger self would never have believed he’d one day be thanking “Mr. Wonderful from Shark Tank,” a quip that drew laughs from O’Leary, who was in attendance. The win reshaped the awards season race, with Chalamet overtaking DiCaprio as the betting favorite for the Best Actor Oscar at the upcoming Academy Awards. DiCaprio had previously led the odds for his role in ‘One Battle After Another’, but momentum shifted following Chalamet’s Golden Globes victory. Still, DiCaprio’s film had its own moment, as ‘One Battle After Another’, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, edged out ‘Marty Supreme’ to win Best Picture – Comedy or Musical. Chalamet also sparked conversation online for barely mentioning girlfriend Kylie Jenner during his acceptance speech, adding another layer of buzz to an already headline heavy night.
