The 83rd Golden Globe Awards, held on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, delivered a night of glamour, humour, and a few surprises. Hosted by the sharp-witted Nikki Glaser, the ceremony celebrated the best in film and television, with "One Battle After Another" and "White Lotus" leading the nominee pack. From experimental fashion to candid winner speeches, the evening was a memorable blend of highs and lows.
Fashion Statements Steal the Red Carpet
The red carpet was a vibrant showcase of style and personality. Men embraced bold colours and textures, moving beyond traditional black tuxedos. Hudson Williams turned heads in head-to-toe cream Armani, while Glen Powell, Kumail Nanjiani, and Adam Scott opted for velvet tuxedos in blue, purple, and red, respectively. Colman Domingo made a unique statement in a custom Valentino black tuxedo adorned with diamond ivy, which he described as "like a garden."
For the women, white and silver were the dominant hues. Brittany Snow, Emily Blunt, Amanda Seyfried, and Claire Danes were among the stars who shone in pristine white gowns. A close second were stunning silver ensembles worn by Kate Hudson, Elle Fanning, Dakota Fanning, and Kylie Jenner. However, the sea of black gowns worn by stars like Julia Roberts and Ariana Grande was noted as a less inspired choice, with one brilliant exception: Teyana Taylor's daring, diamond-covered black Schiaparelli gown.
Memorable Moments and Winning Words
Host Nikki Glaser set the tone with a winning opening monologue, quipping about the return of drinking being "cool again" and playfully roasting Sean Penn's evolving look. The humility of Stephen Graham (Adolescence) resonated as he reflected on being "a bunch of working-class kids from England" earning their place.
The winner speeches provided some of the night's most quotable lines. Teyana Taylor, winning Best Supporting Actress, hilariously chided her children watching at home: "You better be off your damn phones right now!" Jean Smart, claiming another Best Actress in a Comedy Series trophy for Hacks, declared, "What can I say? I'm a greedy bitch!" Rose Byrne, winner for If I Had Legs, I'd Kick You, thanked her absent husband by explaining, "We're getting a dragon, so he went to a reptile expo in New Jersey."
Timothée Chalamet, winning Best Actor for Marty Supreme, gave a shout-out to his Canadian co-star, Kevin O'Leary: "If you told me when I was 19 years old, I'd be thanking Mr. Wonderful from Shark Tank..."
The Evenings Missed Opportunities
Not every moment landed perfectly. The presenting bit by the Smartless podcast trio (Will Arnett, Sean Hayes, and Jason Bateman), which relied on Bateman's unlikability for laughs, fell flat. The voiceover announcers' attempt to create suspense by discussing betting odds on Polymarket was deemed ineffective.
A few fashion choices also missed the mark for critics. Walton Goggins' gold lamé shirt was seen as taking the "Golden" theme too literally, while Ethan Hawke's turquoise bolo tie felt out of place. Even host Nikki Glaser had a moment that didn't connect; her attempt to sing a tribute to Marty Supreme was cut short by Fran Drescher, who bluntly told her, "You have to stop singing. Your voice is so annoying."
Overall, the 2026 Golden Globes provided the mix of spectacle, sincerity, and slight awkwardness that defines a live awards show, setting the stage for the rest of the entertainment industry's award season.
