Everything You Need To Know About The 2025 Golden Globes
Demi Moore’s Triumphant Return
After a long hiatus from the spotlight, Demi Moore made a brilliant return to the Golden Globes, clinching the award for Best Actress for her role in The Substance. The 62-year-old’s heartfelt speech was a highlight of the evening as she opened up about the struggles she faced before landing the role. “I was at a low point before I was cast in The Substance,” she revealed as she accepted the award, reflecting on the rejuvenating effect the role has had on her career. The film, which explores themes of body horror and self-reinvention, saw Moore portray a woman who exchanges her ageing body for a younger version of herself (played by Margaret Qualley, who teamed up with Moore for a fun double act to present the Best Actor award). “This is the first time I’ve ever won anything as an actor,” she added. There was strong competition in the category, including Anora star Mikey Madison and Wicked’s Cynthia Erivo.
Elsewhere in the film categories, Emilia Pérez, a Spanish-language musical about a Mexican drug lord who undergoes a gender transition (played by trans actress Karla Sofía Gascón), dominated the evening with four wins. The film won Best Musical or Comedy, Best Motion Picture Non-English Language and Best Original Song, while Zoe Saldaña took home Best Supporting Actress.
Wicked Followed In Barbie’s Footsteps
Though it had many nominations and was one of the most loved films of 2024, Wicked didn’t take home any of the top awards. However, it did score the Box Office Achievement Award. It mirrored 2024’s ceremony, where last year’s winner Barbie, which was nominated across multiple categories, only won this prize.
In a notable twist, Adrien Brody triumphed over A Complete Unknown’s Timothée Chalamet to win Best Actor for his role in The Brutalist, a three-hour and 35-minute drama about a Hungarian architect who builds a new life in the US after WWII. The film also scooped Best Drama and Best Director for Brady Corbet, who acknowledged the film’s unconventional appeal in his acceptance speech. Another of the night's big surprises was Brazilian actress Fernanda Torres winning Best Drama Actress for her performance in I'm Still Here. She was up against veteran stars Angelina Jolie and Nicole Kidman.
Meanwhile, Sebastian Stan won Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy for his transformative role in A Different Man, in which he plays a character with a disfiguring facial condition. Stan used his win to address the importance of normalising disability and disfigurement, urging society to move past its discomfort. Peter Straughan won Best Screenplay for Pope drama Conclave, while Kieran Culkin took home the Best Supporting Actor award for his role in A Real Pain.
Some Of Our Favourite Shows Won Awards
On the TV side of the awards show, Shōgun – FX’s sweeping series set in 17th-century-era Japan – won four awards, including Best Drama Series, Best Actor for Hiroyuki Sanada, Best Supporting Actor for Tadanobu Asano, and Best Actress for Anna Sawai. The show also triumphed at last year’s Emmys – and based on its success, we can’t wait to see what the team has in store for series two.
After another great series, The Bear proved its staying power, winning Best Actor in a TV Comedy for Jeremy Allen White for the third time. Other small-screen winners included True Detective: Night Country’s Jodie Foster, Hacks’ Jean Smart and The Penguin’s Colin Farrell. Meanwhile, Baby Reindeer – Netflix’s dark comedy about stalking – won Best Limited Series, with writer and creator Richard Gadd accepting the award. The show also gained a Best Supporting Actress gong for Jessica Gunning.
Read On For SL’s Best Dressed…
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Who: Zoe Saldaña
Wearing: Saint Laurent
Why We Loved: Picking up an award for Best Supporting Actress, Zoe wore a stunning, sequinned black number from Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello. With a plunging neckline, Cartier diamond jewellery and a chic, sleek up-do, she added a bit of red-carpet drama with a voluminous puff-sleeved shawl.
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Who: Cynthia Erivo
Wearing: Louis Vuitton
Why We Loved It: Bringing a theatrical element to the red carpet, Cynthia Erivo dazzled in a custom Louis Vuitton look styled by Jason Bolden. The voluminous black dress featured intricate silver floral embroidery, which created a stunning contrast against the dark fabric. Complete with a deep V-neckline and sculptural peplum, the dramatic shape was the perfect nod to her role in Wicked.
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Who: Naomi Watts
Wearing: Schiaparelli
Why We Loved It: Naomi Watts was a vision in custom Schiaparelli designed by Daniel Roseberry. Nominated for her role as Babe Paley in Feud: Capote vs. the Swans, the sculpted black strapless dress clung to her curves and dropped into a mille-feuille of blush pink organza pleats. Her sleek side-part bob and contrasting red lip added a bit of modern edge.
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Who: Anya Taylor-Joy
Wearing: Christian Dior
Why We Loved It: So simple yet so striking, Anya’s blush pink vintage Dior gown was the perfect slinky base for her Tiffany opal and diamond necklace. Looking very old Hollywood, the star carried a fringed silk shawl scarf, wore her hair pinned back and ensured the subtle pink tone of her blusher and eye make-up complemented her look.
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Who: Felicity Jones
Wearing: Prada
Why We Loved It: This mirror-detail Prada dress went viral following the brand’s SS25 show back in September, but it was Felicity’s stylist Nicky Yates who managed to secure the look for her client this year. A striking but simple silhouette was complemented by sleek hair and statement eye make-up.
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Who: Mindy Kayling
Wearing: Ashi Studio
Why We Loved It: Shining a spotlight on Indian designer Ashi Studio, Mindy Kaling embraced the brand's signature aesthetic with this crystal embellished metallic number. With its clean-cut silhouette and shimmering details, the look was both dramatic and refined – a flawless choice.
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Who: Margaret Qualley
Wearing: Chanel
Why We Loved It: Opting for an ultra-feminine look, Margaret stunned in ethereal Chanel. Cinched in with a black sequin bow belt, the star added with a diamond-detail headband and statement chandelier earrings to finish, complete with brushed up brows and minimal make-up.
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Who: Zoë Kravitz
Wearing: Saint Laurent
Why We Loved It: Zoë Kravitz’s custom Saint Laurent dress by Anthony Vaccarello was a masterclass in understated glamour. Keeping it classic in black and white, it featured a plunging sweetheart neckline and a satin white sash that flowed into a dramatic train. Presenting at the awards, she looked every bit the star on one of Hollywood’s biggest nights.
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Who: Michelle Yeoh
Wearing: Balenciaga
Why We Loved It: A black high-neck dress is never a bad choice, and Michelle Yeoh did it so well. Featuring subtle ruching, the dress hugged her in all the right places and she accessorised perfectly with Cartier jewellery. Meanwhile, the long, dramatic train flowed behind her as she presented the award for Best Original Song.
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Who: Zendaya
Wearing: Louis Vuitton
Why We Loved It: It’s hardly a surprise to see Zendaya prove once again that she’s the real queen of the red carpet. A vision in burnt orange, this perfectly tailored Louis Vuitton look combined old Hollywood glamour with a bit of modern edge. The sculpted bodice and dramatic trail created a show-stopping moment, and she completed the look with a 90s-inspired bob and minimal jewellery.
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