Demi Moore made a stunning return to the Golden Globes, winning Best Actress for her performance in The Substance, a body horror film that has reignited her career.
During an emotional acceptance speech, the 62-year-old reflected on her journey in the industry, acknowledging past struggles and expressing gratitude for her resurgence.
Other major winners included Emilia Pérez, The Brutalist, and Wicked, while television honors went to Baby Reindeer and Shōgun.
Brazilian actress Fernanda Torres delivered one of the evening’s biggest surprises by claiming Best Drama Actress for I’m Still Here, beating Hollywood heavyweights like Angelina Jolie and Nicole Kidman.
Moore’s award marked her first Golden Globe win, despite being a frequent nominee in the 1990s and 2000s.
She credited her role in The Substance as a turning point, describing the film’s “bold and bonkers script” as a gift that reignited her passion for acting.
Spanish-language musical Emilia Pérez dominated the film categories with four wins, including Best Musical or Comedy Film.
Star Karla Sofía Gascón and co-star Zoe Saldaña gave powerful acceptance speeches celebrating identity and collaboration.
The Brutalist, an epic post-war drama, earned Best Drama Film and Best Actor for Adrien Brody, while A Different Man star Sebastian Stan used his Best Actor win in a Musical or Comedy to advocate for greater acceptance of disability and disfigurement.
Kieran Culkin took home Best Supporting Actor for A Real Pain, and Flow, a Latvian animated film, scored a surprise victory in the Animated Feature category.
Television highlights included Shōgun sweeping four categories, Baby Reindeer earning Best Limited Series, and Jessica Gunning being named Best Supporting Actress for her transformative role in the Netflix series.
Colin Farrell won his third Golden Globe for his portrayal of the Penguin in the HBO series, delivering a witty acceptance speech laced with humor about his prosthetic transformation.
The night celebrated a rich tapestry of storytelling, diverse voices, and bold creative visions, marking a memorable chapter in the history of the Golden Globes.
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