At the Golden Globe Awards in Los Angeles, Kieran Culkin, Zoe Saldaña, and the TV series *Baby Reindeer* and *Shōgun* have emerged as early winners.
Culkin received the award for best supporting actor for his moving performance in *A Real Pain*, which tells the story of two cousins journeying across Poland in memory of their grandmother.
He humorously remarked, “The first ever acknowledgement I got as an actor was a Golden Globe nomination when I was basically a kid. Now, it’s like the best date night my wife and I ever have.”
Saldaña was honored as best supporting actress for her performance in the Spanish-language musical *Emilia Pérez*, expressing her heartfelt gratitude during her acceptance speech.
“I’m so blessed to be sharing this moment with my fellow nominees,” Saldaña continued. “I know this is a competition, but all I have witnessed is us showing up for each other and celebrating each other—it’s just so beautiful.”
British actress Jessica Gunning received the award for best TV supporting actress for her role as a stalker in *Baby Reindeer*. In her acceptance speech, she reminisced about receiving a hamster for Christmas as a child, stating, “I can’t believe this is happening to me,” which has become a recurring theme in her life this year.
Films like *Conclave*, *Anora*, and *The Brutalist* are also vying for top honors at the ceremony. Among the notable acting nominees are Zendaya, recognized for her role in the tennis drama *Challengers*, and Timothée Chalamet for his portrayal in the Bob Dylan biopic *A Complete Unknown*.
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are also contenders for their performances in *Wicked*, while Daniel Craig, Demi Moore, and Nicole Kidman have received nominations for various films this season.
Kate Winslet stands out with two nominations, one for her role in *Lee* and another for her performance in the political satire *The Regime*. Selena Gomez is also recognized twice for *Emilia Pérez* and *Only Murders in the Building*.
The Golden Globe Awards kick off the film awards season, culminating in the Oscars on March 2. A win at the Globes can significantly elevate a film’s visibility as Bafta and Oscar voters prepare their nomination ballots.
The event maintains a more relaxed atmosphere compared to the Academy Awards, with celebrities typically in high spirits ready to mingle and enjoy the festivities.
The main film contenders include:
- 10 nominations – *Emilia Pérez*
- 7 nominations – *The Brutalist*
- 6 nominations – *Conclave*
- 5 nominations – *Anora, The Substance*
- 4 nominations – *Challengers, A Real Pain, Wicked, The Wild Robot*
- Full list of nominees available.
TV shows like *Baby Reindeer*, *Shogun*, and *The Bear* are among those competing for awards. Recent expansions in the voting body reflect efforts towards greater diversity and a new code of conduct, responding to past ethical challenges.
Golden Globe Nominations Overview
The Golden Globes categorize their film nominations into drama and comedy/musical, which allows for broader recognition compared to other awards.
The film with the highest number of nominations is *Emilia Pérez*, portraying the journey of a cartel leader transitioning from crime to living as a woman. Some of its nominations overlap in categories like best original song and best supporting actress.
Other strong contenders in the musical and comedy categories include *Anora*, focusing on a New York stripper’s romance with an oligarch’s son, and *The Substance*, which explores identity through body transformation, alongside *A Real Pain*.
Event Sponsorship and Viewing Options
Live Coverage of the Golden Globes
Viewers in the US can watch the event live on CBS, a part of a new five-year agreement, with streaming available on Paramount+ with Showtime. The show is set to commence at 01:00 GMT and typically runs between three to four hours.
UK viewers can catch highlights through social media, YouTube, and news segments on Monday morning.
