The 83rd Golden Globe Awards ceremony celebrates artistic excellence across film and television. The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, hosted the prestigious event on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Nikki Glaser returned as host for her second consecutive year. The ceremony kicked off Hollywood’s awards season with spectacular performances and major announcements.
The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California [Elle Decor]
Drama Takes Crown as Hamnet Dominates Film Categories
Hamnet emerged triumphant in the Best Motion Picture Drama category. Directed by Chloé Zhao, the production garnered six nominations throughout the evening. Jessie Buckley claimed the award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama for her role in the film. The film’s success marked a significant moment for prestigious cinema at the ceremony.
Hamnet wins the Best Motion Picture Drama category
Buckley’s victory proved especially meaningful as she now leads the current critics’ rankings for major award seasons. Her performance in Hamnet demonstrated exceptional range and emotional depth. The actress defeated strong contenders including Jennifer Lawrence for Die My Love, Renate Reinsve for Sentimental Value, Julia Roberts for After The Hunt, Tessa Thompson for Hedda, and Eva Victor for Sorry, Baby.
Jessie Buckley claimed the award for Best Actress
One Battle After Another Commands Comedy and Musical Accolades
One Battle After Another dominated the musical and comedy categories with significant victories. The film led all motion picture nominations with nine overall nominations. Paul Thomas Anderson’s directorial achievement earned him the Best Director award during the ceremony. The film’s screenplay also secured recognition in its category.
The production triumphed as Best Motion Picture Musical or Comedy against strong competition. Leonardo DiCaprio received a nomination for his supporting role in the ensemble cast. The film’s success demonstrated broad appeal across both critical and commercial circles within Hollywood’s voting body.
Timothée Chalamet claimed Best Actor in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for his performance in Marty Supreme. This victory marked Chalamet’s first win despite receiving five previous nominations throughout his career. George Clooney won Best Actor in the same category for his role in Jay Kelly. Rose Byrne emerged victorious in the Best Actress Musical or Comedy category.
Timothée Chalamet claimed Best Actor in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy
Supporting Performances Earn Recognition Across Categories
Teyana Taylor secured the Best Supporting Female Actor award for One Battle After Another. Her performance generated significant conversation among industry observers and fellow nominees. Taylor shared a heartfelt embrace with Ariana Grande, her fellow nominee in the supporting actress category for Wicked: For Good.
Supporting actor categories recognised exceptional ensemble performances throughout the year’s cinematic offerings. The awards highlighted the importance of secondary roles in crafting memorable motion picture experiences. Multiple ensemble-driven productions received nominations and wins across these categories.
Teyana Taylor wins the Best Supporting Female Actor award for One Battle After Another [Variety]
Television Celebrates Diverse Storytelling Achievements
The White Lotus led all television nominations with six total nominations across various categories. The acclaimed anthology series demonstrated continued critical success and audience appreciation. The series continued building upon its previous Emmy and awards season victories.
Adolescence claimed four television awards throughout the ceremony, matching One Battle After Another’s total motion picture victories. The limited series emerged as a major winner alongside other prestige television offerings.
Owen Cooper wins the Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role for Adolescence
The Studio and other Apple Television productions earned recognition with two awards each. HBO’s The Pitt similarly secured multiple accolades during the evening’s proceedings. Netflix’s programming slate received significant recognition with seven total trophies across both film and television categories.
Jean Smart won Best Actress in a Television Series Musical or Comedy for Hacks. Television drama categories recognised strong performances across premium cable and streaming platforms. The broad range of winners reflected diverse storytelling approaches across the medium.
Historic Moments and Hosting Excellence
Nikki Glaser delivered a monologue that referenced contemporary events and industry observations. She presented a satirical award for best editing to the Justice Department, alluding to political circumstances. The comedian maintained her signature sharp wit whilst navigating sensitive subjects with particular care.
Glaser’s hosting marked her second consecutive year leading the ceremony after becoming the first woman to host the Golden Globes solo the previous year. Industry figures, including Wanda Sykes presented during the ceremony, accepting awards on behalf of absent winners. Judd Apatow appeared to present the Best Director award and share personal anecdotes during his stage appearance.
Recognising Podcasting and New Categories
The ceremony recognised podcasting for the first time in its history. Amy Poehler’s Good Hang with Amy Poehler won the inaugural award in this newly established category. This expansion reflects evolving entertainment consumption patterns across audiences worldwide.
The awards maintained their traditional film and television categories whilst adapting to contemporary media landscapes. The recognition of emerging platforms demonstrated the Golden Globes’ commitment to honouring excellence across multiple entertainment formats.
Amy Poehler’s Good Hang with Amy Poehler won the award in the Podcast category [Variety]
Industry Impact
The ceremony attracted major entertainment figures and celebrated professionals from across the globe. Major studios, including Warner Bros represented significantly within the winners’ circle across various categories. The evening demonstrated continued industry investment in prestige productions across all formats.
One Battle After Another and Hamnet emerged as frontrunners for continued recognition throughout the award season. Both productions positioned themselves as strong contenders for major ceremonies, including the Academy Awards and other prestigious recognitions scheduled throughout the coming months.
