The 82nd Golden Globe Awards celebrated the best in television and film on Sunday night, with standout winners including The Bear, Shōgun, and The Brutalist. The ceremony, held in Los Angeles, honored remarkable talent across various categories, highlighting fresh faces and veteran performers alike.
Jeremy Allen White took home the award for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for his role as Carmy in The Bear, while Jean Smart won her second consecutive Golden Globe for Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for Hacks.
In the drama categories, Hiroyuki Sanada (Shōgun) and Anna Sawai (Shōgun) claimed acting honors for their respective performances. Shōgun also clinched the award for Best Television Series – Drama, solidifying its dominance this year.
Other notable winners include Colin Farrell (The Penguin) and Jodie Foster (True Detective: Night Country) in the limited series categories. The groundbreaking production Baby Reindeer secured Best Television Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television, with Jessica Gunning earning the award for Best Supporting Actress on Television.
The critically acclaimed The Brutalist took the top prize for Best Motion Picture – Drama, with Adrien Brody winning Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama for his role in the same film. Fernanda Torres won Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama for her performance in I’m Still Here.
In the musical or comedy categories, Sebastian Stan (A Different Man) and Demi Moore (The Substance) took acting honors, while Emilia Pérez emerged as the big winner, securing Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, Best Original Song, and Best Non-English Language Film.
Brady Corbet won Best Director – Motion Picture for The Brutalist, further cementing the film’s critical success. Challengers earned the award for Best Original Score, adding to the night’s musical achievements.
Ali Wong’s stand-up special Single Lady won Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy on Television, a newly introduced category. Meanwhile, Wicked took home the award for Best Motion Picture – Cinematic and Box Office Achievement, celebrating its success as both a critical and commercial hit.
The Golden Globes showcased the industry’s brightest stars, with both fresh and seasoned talents taking center stage. From the emotional speeches to unexpected wins, the night was a celebration of the year’s exceptional storytelling in entertainment.
