The 2025 Golden Globes were packed with surprises, heartfelt speeches, and some lighthearted jabs from host Nikki Glaser. Here’s everything you need to know about the evening’s biggest wins and standout moments:
Best Actress in a Motion Picture — Drama
The highly coveted award went to Fernanda Torres for her performance in I’m Still Here. Torres beat out a powerhouse lineup of nominees, including Nicole Kidman, Pamela Anderson, Angelina Jolie, Tilda Swinton, and Kate Winslet.
Torres’s win was a shocking yet celebrated moment, marking her as a standout among Hollywood legends.
Best Actress in a Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy
Demi Moore took home the trophy for her role in The Substance, delivering one of the most emotional speeches of the night.
“I’ve been doing this a long time, like over 45 years, and this is the first time I’ve ever won anything as an actor,” Moore said, visibly moved.
Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture
The award went to Zoe Saldana for her role in Emilia Perez. Saldana’s win added to the evening’s celebration of diverse and dynamic performances.
‘Wicked’s Results
Despite being nominated in four major categories, Wicked only secured one award: Cinematic Box Office Achievement, recognizing its incredible global success and audience acclaim.
Nominations included:
- Best Supporting Actress (Ariana Grande)
- Best Actress, Musical or Comedy (Cynthia Erivo)
- Best Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy
Best Motion Picture Winners
- Best Motion Picture — Drama: The Brutalist
- Best Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy: Emilia Perez
- Best Motion Picture — Non-English Language: Emilia Perez
- Best Motion Picture — Animated: Flow
Host Nikki Glaser’s Memorable Moments
Glaser didn’t hold back with her comedic jabs:
- She teased Nicole Kidman, thanking her husband Keith Urban for his guitar-playing, which keeps Kidman working on “18 movies a year.”
- She poked fun at Selena Gomez, a double nominee, by referencing her engagement to Benny Blanco, joking that he was there “because of the genie who granted him that wish.”
Key Takeaways
The 2025 Golden Globes showcased a mix of underdog victories, big-budget hits, and moments of reflection on long, illustrious careers. While The Brutalist and Emilia Perez took home top honors, stars like Demi Moore and Fernanda Torres reminded audiences of the talent and perseverance that define Hollywood.
