The 82nd Golden Globe Awards, held on January 5, 2025, celebrated outstanding achievements in film and television, with several unexpected victories highlighting the evening.
Top Honors in Film
“Emilia Pérez,” a Spanish-language French musical crime-comedy directed by Jacques Audiard, emerged as a significant winner, securing four awards, including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.
In the drama category, “The Brutalist,” directed by Brady Corbet, was awarded Best Motion Picture – Drama.
Demi Moore, at 62, achieved her first Golden Globe, winning Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for her role in “The Substance.”
Sebastian Stan received Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for “A Different Man,” while Adrien Brody was honored as Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama for his performance in “The Brutalist.”
Fernanda Torres won Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama for “I’m Still Here,” surpassing notable contenders such as Angelina Jolie and Nicole Kidman.
Television Achievements
In television, “Shōgun” led with four awards, including Best Television Series – Drama.
Anna Sawai was recognized as Best Actress in a Television Series – Drama for her role in “Shōgun,” and Hiroyuki Sanada won Best Actor in a Television Series – Drama for the same series.
“Hacks” secured Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy, with Jean Smart winning Best Actress in this category.
Jeremy Allen White was awarded Best Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for “The Bear.”
Special Recognitions
Viola Davis received the prestigious Cecil B. DeMille Award, honoring her outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry.
Ted Danson was presented with the Carol Burnett Award, acknowledging his excellence in television.
The ceremony, hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, was broadcast live on CBS and Paramount+, featuring a blend of seasoned talent and emerging stars, setting the stage for the forthcoming awards season.
