The Golden Globes shone brightly as a celebration of film, television, and the magic of love.
Last year, Timothée Chalamet ignited a social media storm with his affectionate display alongside girlfriend Kylie Jenner at the ceremony, and this year, the couple enjoyed another enchanting date night, snuggling up together throughout the evening.
Love is in full bloom as A Different Man star Sebastian Stan is now officially dating Annabelle Wallis. During his acceptance speech for best actor in a musical or comedy film, he passionately declared his love for her.
If you’re still craving more romance, Zendaya has certainly captured the spotlight with whispers of a possible engagement. Discover additional insights and eight standout moments from the awards ceremony that you might have overlooked.
1. Is Zendaya tying the knot?
Zendaya graced the red carpet with her signature effortlessly chic style, yet it appeared that the online buzz was less about her stunning burnt orange gown and more focused on the intriguing accessory adorning her finger.
The star of Challengers was seen wearing a striking diamond ring on the fourth finger of her left hand, leading some to speculate that she may be engaged.
The 28-year-old has enjoyed a romantic relationship with Spider-Man actor Tom Holland for the last four years.
Fans quickly began to speculate about a potential engagement, with one user on X noting, “They’re quite protective of their relationship, so would she really wear the ring on the red carpet?”
2. Nikki Glaser is a fashion icon in her own right.
When it comes to hosting the Golden Globes, it’s essential to embody the elegance and glamour of the occasion. For Nikki Glaser, that translated to an impressive ten dresses throughout the three-hour ceremony.
The comedian kicked off the evening in a stunning strapless metallic dress on the red carpet, later dazzling the audience in a halter neck silver sequined gown to launch the ceremony.
The 40-year-old took full advantage of every commercial break during the show to showcase a variety of stunning looks backstage. Among her standout outfits were a dazzling purple dress, a daring high-slit red gown, and a sleek black plunge dress that hugged her figure perfectly.
Our top choice for an outfit? A dazzling bright pink sequined dress, reminiscent of Wicked, paired with a pope’s hat as she performed “you’re going to be pope-ular.”
3. How is the experience at The Beverly Hilton?
At The Beverly Hilton, even a trip to the bathroom could lead you to a celebrity encounter.
As you turn the corner, there she is – Melissa McCarthy, just like that. Experience the brilliance of Jean Smart alongside the talented ensemble of Hacks.
Nestled in the vibrant core of glamorous Beverly Hills, the hotel boasts an extensive security perimeter complete with barriers, armed guards, and vigilant patrols. Yet, once you step inside, it transforms into a lavish playground for Hollywood’s elite.
Some sought out drinks, while others were guided by publicists to interviews and photo shoots with enthusiastic journalists.
Wandering through the hotel, Selena Gomez, fresh from her film Emilia Pérez’s impressive four award wins, was spotted alongside her new fiancé, Benny Blanco. He pressed his lips gently against her shoulder, following closely behind in a tender moment.
4. A Note to Japanese Performers
Shōgun, a captivating series set in 17th century Japan, triumphed at the Globes, securing four prestigious awards.
Star Hiroyuki Sanada took home the award for best male actor in a drama TV series and shared with the BBC backstage his hopes that the show and their victories might “break the wall of language” and open “doors much wider” for not just Japanese actors and projects, but for talent from around the world.
His co-star Tadanobu Asano took home the award for best male supporting actor in a TV series, and in a moment of pure surprise, he leaped from his seat. Embracing Japanese tradition, he bowed repeatedly—first to his table companions, then to the entire audience, and finally to the cameras that had turned to capture his reaction.
“Wow!” he exclaimed as he received the award on stage. He recognized his status as a fresh face in the US and began by presenting himself to the audience.
“Perhaps you’re not familiar with me, but I’m Tadanobu Asano, an actor hailing from Japan,” he remarked, eliciting laughter from the audience.
“I’m absolutely thrilled!” he exclaimed with joyous laughter, wrapping up his acceptance speech.
Behind the scenes, he shared his message to fellow Japanese actors: “If I can achieve this, so can anyone.”
5. Colin Farrell cherishes his memories of Andrew Scott.
Colin Farrell, the talented Irish actor, has secured his third Golden Globe for his captivating portrayal of the iconic Batman villain in the HBO series Penguin.
In his speech, he graciously acknowledged some of the other nominees in his category, including his fellow Irishman, Andrew Scott.
He reminisced about their inaugural film collaboration, Drinking Crude, stating: “[Andrew] with whom I embarked on my first film journey 25, 30 years ago.” It’s so rare, you won’t even spot it on Betamax. It simply isn’t there. However, we trace our roots back to that time.
He expressed to Scottish actor Richard Gadd, whose experiences with stalking and sexual assault inspired the Netflix hit series Baby Reindeer, that “your work this year broke my heart”.
During his speech, Farrell discussed the three hours spent being fitted with prosthetics to transform into the bloated villain known as Penguin.
“In the morning, I savored black coffee, immersed myself in 80s music, and transformed into a canvas for that team’s brilliance.”
Farrell expressed gratitude by saying, “Thank you for employing me.” “Well, it looks like it’s all about prosthetics from this point forward.”
Behind the scenes, Mr. Farrell reflected on his extensive Hollywood journey, stating that despite his victory, “I certainly don’t see myself at the pinnacle of any hierarchy.”
After nearly 30 years in the acting world, he expressed that he doesn’t experience pride; instead, he feels “very grateful”.
6. Mischievous stars attempt to connect with Gen Z
This year, we’ve been eagerly anticipating Wicked, with Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum delivering our dose of Wizard of Oz nostalgia in a timeless, classic manner.
“I’ve been hearing the term Zaddy thrown around, but honestly, I’m not quite sure what it means,” Goldblum remarked, while Yeoh chimed in, expressing her own bewilderment at being told she’s been ‘serving mother’.”
Even though they were completely lost in the world of Gen Z slang and appeared more perplexed as Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande attempted to clarify the meanings, both expressed their admiration for it.
“Now, let’s find out who the contenders are,” Goldblum announced as he unveiled the nominees for the category.
Behind the scenes, the cast of Wicked shared their thoughts with the BBC on the potential for a TV series set in the enchanting Land of Oz.
Producer Marc Platt humorously remarked that the film “is already a show” – on Broadway. However, he remarked, “It’s difficult to foresee.”
In response to the BBC’s inquiry about the film evolving into a cultural phenomenon filled with endless memes and viral clips, Platt remarked that it reflects the “timeless” nature of the material on which the film is grounded.
“The emergence of a cultural phenomenon is often beyond prediction.” “It’s incredibly thrilling,” he remarked.
7. Elton’s eyesight ‘better than it appears’
Sir Elton John lightheartedly addressed his vision challenges while presenting the award for best original film score alongside Brandi Carlile, with whom he performed the song Never Too Late.
In September, the 77-year-old singer disclosed that an infection he contracted over the summer has impacted his vision in his right eye.
In December, he revealed that he couldn’t watch his own musical, The Devil Wears Prada, because of the infection.
On stage, he addressed the audience, saying: “There have been many stories circulating about my declining eyesight, and I want to assure everyone that it’s not as dire as it appears.”
“I’m absolutely thrilled to be here alongside my co-host, Rihanna,” he quipped with a smile.
Sir Elton celebrated the announcement that US musician Trent Reznor and English composer Atticus Ross received the award for their musical score for the erotic tennis film, Challengers.
8. Brazil is in a state of celebration.
Fernanda Torres’s unexpected victory for best drama actress in the Brazilian political thriller I’m Still Here caught even her off guard.
She described her victory against Hollywood heavyweights like Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman, and Kate Winslet as “strange” and “weird”.
“I never thought I would win,” she remarked, acknowledging the “incredible performances in English, which highlights the significant shift in cinema today.”
When questioned about the festivities taking place in her native Brazil, a reporter noted that it felt as if she had brought home the World Cup for her country.
“There’s a remarkable sense of patriotism unfolding in Brazil with this film,” she remarked, highlighting the nation’s “immense joy” stemming from the Golden Globes.
During her acceptance speech, she highlighted that the only other Brazilian actor nominated at the Globes was her mother, Fernanda Montenegro.
9. ‘Embracing your 60s is a remarkable chapter’
A number of award-winning actresses addressed the subject of age during the ceremony.
Demi Moore, 62, shared in her acceptance speech for best film actress in The Substance that throughout her career, she often felt successful yet believed she would never attain significant recognition in Hollywood.
The award, she noted, embodies the film’s core message—a body horror narrative centered on a woman who exchanges her body for a younger, more beautiful incarnation of herself.
“I want to leave you with this thought: the essence of this movie speaks to those times when we feel inadequate—when we doubt our intelligence, our beauty, our body image, our achievements, or simply our worth,” Moore expressed.
“A woman once told me, remember that you will never be enough, but you can truly understand your worth if you simply set aside the measuring stick.”
Following her award win, she shared with journalists backstage the reality that many women dedicate a significant portion of their lives to caretaking, often at the expense of channeling their energy outward. At 62, she is thriving, and “it feels really damn good.”
Jodie Foster, sharing the same age as Moore, took home the award for best actress in a limited series. She described her 60s as a “golden age,” noting that there’s a certain realization that comes with this stage of life: “Oh, I don’t really care about all the stupid things anymore.”
She referred to this period as the “most fulfilling moment in my career.”
