The Golden Globe Awards are more than just Hollywood’s start of the award season (as opposed to the Emmy Awards, which are considered the final event of it) and one of the year's most anticipated parties.
From fashion statements to surprising events, the 2025 Globes brought plenty to discuss regarding the entertainment world and the best of cinema and TV. With a new host, this year’s awards averaged 10.1 million viewers, roughly matching the 2024's number.
If you missed the Globes, here is everything you need to know:
The 'drama' over the Best Motion Picture
We all know the Golden Globes are famous for celebrating achievements in the film and television industry. However, no hot topic is free from controversies.
This year’s Best Motion Picture – Drama award sparked some conversations. It's not uncommon for the winners of the most popular categories to be considered controversial. After all, we can't all like the same thing.
The film that took home the prize was met with mixed emotions from critics and audiences, with strong debates about its merit on social media. Some felt other films in the category were more deserving of the prize, while others questioned the criteria for selecting the winners. The conversation about fairness and transparency in awards shows remains debatable.
The winner in question is Brady Corbet's “The Brutalist.” Regardless of one's side of the debate, the win surely provided plenty of fuel for discussions.
The 2025 biggest winners

The first awards of the season celebrated talent across cinema and television excellence. Here are the winner highlights of the night:
- “The Brutalist” took home the biggest awards of the night. Adrien Brody won Best Actor in a Drama, and Brady Corbet snatched the Best Director prize.
- “Shogun” won all the awards it was nominated for, including the prize for the best drama television series and best actor and actress in TV drama.
- “Emilia Pérez” boasted the most nominations for the night, 10 in total. The movie took home the award for best musical or comedy and the one for best non-English language picture. Zoe Saldana won for supporting actress and “El Mal” for best original song.
- The best animated movie was awarded to “Flow.” The Latvian picture was created entirely using the open-source software Blender and follows the adventures of Cat, who joins other animals to survive a great flood.
- “Wicked” won the cinematic and box office achievement award. Arguably, some believe this nomination made the least sense for the movie and were disappointed that its two leading ladies, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, didn't win in their respective categories.
Demi Moore’s night
Although Demi Moore boasts a career spanning over 40 years and at one time she was known for being the highest-paid female movie star, this year's Globes hold a special place in her heart.
She took home her first award by winning best actress in a musical or comedy for her powerful performance in “The Substance,” a film that explores the intense societal pressure on people's (and especially women's) looks, at times even at the risk of personal health.

Moore's performance and screen presence have been widely praised, and her acceptance speech received extended applause from the crowd. She first shared her shock and disbelief at winning her first award before opening up about considering ending her career before this movie. Then she followed with some inspiring words for all:
“And I’ll just leave you with one thing that I think this movie is imparting is: In those moments when we don’t think we’re smart enough or pretty enough, or skinny enough or successful enough, or basically just not enough. I had a woman say to me, ‘Just know, you will never be enough. But you can know the value of your worth if you just put down the measuring stick.’
And so today, I celebrate this as a marker of my wholeness and of the love that is driving me and for the gift of doing something I love and being reminded that I do belong. Thank you so much.”
Zoe Saldana steals the show with an unexpected moment at the Golden Globes
When they were busy presenting the award to French musicians Clément Ducol and Camille for the track “El Mal” for Emilia Pérez, Zoe was seen running to the stage as well so she could present the award herself.
Fans on social media ripped apart Zoe’s actions, as they believed she took the focus off the winners as it should have been their moment. One fan wrote: “Why is Zoe Saldana on the stage? I know she won, but she really needs to sit down.”
Ducol and Camille laughed at the strange incident, and they even shouted out Zoe in their acceptance speech. Later, Zoe said she made a mistake by getting up onstage when she wasn’t supposed to, but she claimed co-star Selena Gomez told her to do it. Zoe also won the award for Best Supporting Actress. It is not the only time Zoe is a hot topic on social media.
Awkward encounter sparks buzz at the Globes!
The awkward moment between Vin Diesel and Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson at the ceremony could be felt by many. Their first clash was on the set of 2017’s The Fate of the Furious. Their arguments resulted in Johnson essentially leaving the Fast & Furious franchise, moving on to film the spin-off Hobbs & Shaw with Jason Statham.
At the Golden Globes, Diesel appeared on stage to present the Cinematic and Box Office Achievement Award, but before he gave his speech, he looked at Johnson and said: “Hi Dwayne.” While Johnson laughed it off, many feared a situation similar to Will Smith’s slap on Chris Rock at the Oscars 2022.
Ariana Grande’s body image evolution
Ariana Grande is known worldwide for her incredible vocals and huge persona, and she made waves at the Golden Globes this year, not just for her performance but for the talk surrounding her body image. Grande is showing how her “chic” Golden Globes look subtly honoured her “Wicked” character, Glinda.
The pop star decided to be different with her outfit at the 2025 Globes when she dressed in a strapless gown from the 1966 collection by Givenchy Haute Couture. Grande has undergone significant physical transformation over the past few years, and many critics and fans have noticed how her appearance has changed.
Ariana has been subject to public speculation about her weight since she started on Nickelodeon, but rumours that she has slimmed down to a dangerous degree have increased drastically.
However, such comments from fans, be they positive or negative, have raised eyebrows and shifted focus on topics such as body positivity and the expectations placed on young celebrities.
It is not only the way a celebrity looks or dresses that attracts attention. Their private lives are also at risk of being “exposed” and discussed by the public.
The new Hollywood power couple?
Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet are no stranger to high-profile date nights. Fans were initially surprised when Chalamet was photographed alone on the red carpet, but Jenner joined him inside.
Jenner, known for her multi-million-dollar beauty empire and social media influence, has been the subject of public fascination. On the other hand, Chalamet’s rise in Hollywood has been good due to his talent and fashion style. Jenner and Chalamet make an irresistible couple that blends the world of pop culture, fashion and film.
They kissed at one point, and photographers captured the special moment. Jenner recently told an interviewer that she doesn't like to talk publicly about her love life: "I think it is important to keep things to yourself. It is hard to make decisions by yourself, so imagine how tough the opinion of the whole world can be." Just like in any romantic movie, the couple left together holding hands.
A celebrity engagement
One of the biggest stories of the night was actually about an accessory on someone's finger. That's right, the moment that got everyone talking for days was when Zendaya appeared with a stunning diamond ring on her left-hand ring finger. Classy as she is, she didn't publicly comment on the news.
However, fans found the ring immediately. The 5.02-carat cushion diamond ring is created by designer Jessica McCormack and is listed in the engagement section on the brand's website.
Her relationship with Tom Holland began on the set of “Spider-Man: Homecoming” in 2016, although we got official proof in 2021 when they were pictured kissing. The couple is notorious for maintaining their privacy, often expressing the importance of keeping their personal lives out of the public eye.
The engagement was later confirmed by Tom's father, who shared insights into his son's proposal in a blog post. The news was met with widespread excitement for the adored couple, with fans and fellow celebrities sharing their congratulations.
Kristen Bell & Dax Shepard's hilarious Golden Globes moment!
This couple is the epitome of playfulness. Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard’s relationship makes for many entertaining moments, one of them being at the Golden Globes Awards 2025. During the ceremony, Bell caught her husband watching football on his phone while the event was in full swing.
His phone was hidden between his knees when Bell took to social media with a video captioned #priorities. The couple was seated so close to the stage that even the cameras caught him looking down at his lap.
This light-hearted incident had fans and fellow celebrities laughing, and it served as a reminder that even during the glamour of Hollywood's biggest night, the relatable moments of marriage and everyday life still shine through.
Celebrities are more than just characters in your favourite movie. They are human, just like us, and these moments make them even more relatable.
The after-party scoop
The show may have ended, but the celebrities kept the party going. The Golden Globe’s after-party always promises some of the most exciting and memorable moments, and this year was no different.
Celebrities let loose at the after-parties, enjoying the festivities and engaging in candid conversations away from the cameras. However, luckily for us, some moments leaked out into the media, and a few stars were seen in intense conversations, which sparked rumours and speculation about potential fights within the industry.
Surprisingly, new alliances were formed, and feuds came to light. The events at the after-party are often a source of intrigue for fans and journalists, adding another layer of excitement to the already-packed awards show.
Celebrities flocked to different after-parties in Los Angeles to celebrate this year’s winners and forget the losses. Let’s look at some of the parties that were hosted,
- Netflix – Spago Restaurant: The streaming platform received 14 Golden Globe nominations and won 7. One of the celebs spotted was Zoe Saldana, amongst others.
- The Walt Disney Filmed Entertainment Group – Funke Restaurant: The 2025 awards were huge for the Entertainment Group as they broke their previous record for Golden Globe wins with the drama series “Shogun” and “The Bear”. Celebs enjoyed the party, and Selena Gomes and Emma Stone were among them.
- The United Talent Agency (UTA) – Marea Restaurant: Some of the celebrities spotted at the after-party were Elle Fanning, Jonathan Van Ness and Ashley Graham.
Hollywood’s heartbreak
Just 48 hours after the glamorous night, Los Angeles faced a devastating turn of events as wildfires swept through parts of the city. Extreme and dry conditions and destructive winds fueled the fires, which have tragically claimed the lives of at least 25 people, destroyed thousands of homes, and displaced plenty of families.
Flames continue to rage, and firefighters and volunteers work around the clock to contain the damages and help residents deal with the aftermath. The entertainment industry and people and organisations from around the globe have rallied in support of the victims and the first responders. Donations are pouring in, foundations are providing aid, and people are embracing collection action and compassion to help in any way they can.
This is proof that we stand united not only during moments of happiness and triumph but also in times of profound hardship and tragedy. We hope these difficult times will soon pass and brighter days are ahead!

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