Golden Globe Awards 2026: The stars descended upon Hollywood on January 11, 2026, for the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, delivering a night full of emotional speeches, historic wins, and a few surprises. As the first major stop of the 2026 awards season, the ceremony set the tone for the year, celebrating the very best in cinema and television.
From the period intensity of Hamnet to the sharp wit of Hacks, the winners’ circle reflected a year of diverse and powerful storytelling.
Film Drama: A Night for Intense Portraits
In the Drama categories, the competition was fierce, but it was Jessie Buckley who stole the spotlight, winning Best Actress for her haunting performance in Hamnet. On the men’s side, Wagner Moura secured the Best Actor trophy for The Secret Agent, edging out heavy hitters like Dwayne Johnson (The Smashing Machine) and Michael B. Jordan (Sinners).
Musical & Comedy: Timothée Chalamet and Rose Byrne Shine
The Musical and Comedy categories brought some much-needed levity and style to the stage. Timothée Chalamet continued his streak of excellence, winning Best Actor for his role in Marty Supreme. He shared the comedy spotlight with Rose Byrne, who took home Best Actress for the uniquely titled If I Had Legs I’d Kick You.
Notably, the category was packed with icons; nominees included Leonardo DiCaprio (One Battle After Another) and Cynthia Erivo, who earned a nod for the much-anticipated Wicked: For Good.
Television: ‘Hacks’ and ‘Adolescence’ Lead the Charge
The small screen saw some of the most celebrated wins of the night, particularly in the Limited Series and Comedy brackets.
- Limited Series Excellence: The gritty and moving series Adolescence was the big winner here, claiming Best Limited Series. Its star, Stephen Graham, took home Best Actor, while Michelle Williams was honored as Best Actress for her work in Dying for Sex.
- Comedy Royalty: Jean Smart proved once again why she is a TV legend, winning Best Actress for Hacks. She was joined by Seth Rogen, who won Best Actor for his role in The Studio.
- Drama Heavyweights: In the TV Drama field, Rhea Seehorn (Pluribus) and Noah Wyle (The Pitt) emerged victorious, beating out established favorites like Gary Oldman and Keri Russell.
Golden Globe Awards 2026 Winner List
| Category | Winner (Actor/Actress) | Work |
| Film Drama – Actress | Jessie Buckley | Hamnet |
| Film Drama – Actor | Wagner Moura | The Secret Agent |
| Film Comedy – Actor | Timothée Chalamet | Marty Supreme |
| TV Comedy – Actress | Jean Smart | Hacks |
| Best Limited Series | – | Adolescence |
The 83rd Golden Globes proved that the industry is leaning into bold, character-driven narratives. Whether it was the rise of new favorites like Pluribus or the continued dominance of Hacks, the evening was a testament to the high caliber of entertainment available to audiences today.
Chaitan Limkar is a tech and entertainment writer passionate about innovation, media, and the stories shaping the digital world.
