The 83rd Golden Globe Awards lit up Beverly Hills on January 11, 2026, celebrating excellence in film, television, and podcasts. Hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, the event welcomed Hollywood’s brightest stars. The night sparkled with glamour, surprise wins, and unforgettable moments. Notably, Paul Thomas Anderson’s triumph and HBO’s continued dominance helped shape the tone for the rest of the awards season.
Film Categories
This year’s film winners highlighted a wide range of storytelling. Audiences enjoyed gripping dramas, clever comedies, and powerful performances. In addition, the awards honored both seasoned legends and rising stars:
-The Best Motion Picture – Drama: Frankenstein
– Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy: One Battle After Another
– Best Director: Paul Thomas Anderson (One Battle After Another)
– For Best Actor – Drama: Wagner Moura (The Secret Agent)
– The Best Actress – Drama: Ariana Grande (Sentimental Value)
– For Best Actor – Musical or Comedy: Timothée Chalamet (Marty Supreme)
-The Best Actress – Musical or Comedy: Demi Moore (The Substance)
– For Best Supporting Actor: Leonardo DiCaprio (One Battle After Another)
– Best Supporting Actress: Teyana Taylor (Sinners)
Television Categories
Television continued to shine with bold storytelling and standout performances. The winners reflected a mix of established series and fresh new voices. Each category showcased the evolving landscape of TV entertainment:
– Television Series – Best Drama: The White Lotus (HBO)
– Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy: Adolescence (Netflix)
-The Best Actor in a TV Drama: Michael B. Jordan (The Secret Agent)
– Best Actress in a TV Drama: Jessie Buckley (Hamnet)
– Actor ( Best) in a TV Comedy: George Clooney (Jay Kelly)
– The Best Actress in a TV Comedy: Florence Pugh (Adolescence)
– Best Supporting Actor in a TV Series: Benicio Del Toro (One Battle After Another)
– Supporting Actress ( Best) in a TV Series: Monica Barbaro (Adolescence)
Podcast Category
For the first time, the Golden Globes recognized podcasting as a major storytelling format. This new category reflects the growing popularity of audio content and its global impact. As a result, one podcast stood out:
– Best Podcast: Crime Waves
Special Awards
In addition to competitive categories, the Globes honored achievements that marked industry milestones and lifetime contributions. These awards celebrated the lasting influence of cinematic excellence:
– Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: Gladiator II
– Lifetime Achievement Award: Meryl Streep
Conclusion
The Golden Globes 2026 celebrated a vibrant mix of icons and newcomers. One Battle After Another emerged as a strong contender for the Oscars after its multiple wins. Meanwhile, The White Lotus continued its reign as HBO’s most decorated series. Ariana Grande and Timothée Chalamet added major acting honors to their growing résumés. Finally, the introduction of the podcast category signaled the Globes’ commitment to embracing modern storytelling formats and expanding its cultural reach.
