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With the 77th Golden Globe Awards wrapped up just hours ago, the awards season is well underway. And while we always look forward to celebrities serving up jaw-dropping looks on the red carpet, another thing that gets us excited is the noteworthy, memorable moments that make the show a unique every year. Here are the best highlights you need to know from this year’s show.
1. When meat wasn’t on the menu
In light of the climate change issue, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, who manages and gives out the Golden Globes, has decided to put out a plant-based meal at the pre-show dinner at The Beverly Hilton hotel.
Over a thousand guests were treated to a starter of chilled golden beet soup topped with shaved candy-striped beets and pistachios, a main of king oyster and wild mushroom risotto before finishing dinner with a vegan opera dome dessert.
Moreover, the show had taken steps to eliminate the use of single-use plastic and water bottles to raise awareness.
2. When Ricky Gervais came for fake “woke” celebrities
“If you win, come up, accept your little award, thank your agent and your God and f— off.” Host @rickygervais calls for no politics at the #GoldenGlobes https://t.co/tNUhIo4NNJ pic.twitter.com/2RmnuCh1QX
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) January 6, 2020
The polarising British comedian and five-time host of the Globes is not one to hold back. During his opening speech, the host of the evening called out the double-standards of fake “woke” celebrities who would work for companies who aren’t that great.
Gervais said: “If you do win an award tonight, don’t use it as a platform to make a political speech. You’re in no position to lecture the public about anything. You know nothing about the real world.” Cue Tom Hanks’ meme-worthy reaction.
3. When Jason Momoa bared it all
Jason Momoa wearing a tank to the #GoldenGlobes is peak Jason Momoa. pic.twitter.com/2EbDU4FYm5
— Christian Goeckel (@goeckelespn) January 6, 2020
The Aquaman is no stranger to experimenting on the red carpet. Momoa and his wife Lisa Bonet slayed the red carpet in matching couple ensemble, the former wore a green velvet Tom Ford coat, Valentino pants, and Cartier pin and watch while the latter wore Fendi. It was later caught onscreen that Momoa had taken off the coat and watched the show in a black tank-top, showing off his strong, muscular arms. We ain’t complainin’.
4. When Queen Bey made a surprise appearance
Beyoncé is usually a no-show at these award ceremonies, with 2009 being her last appearance at the Globes.
However, the queen of pop decided to attend this year’s show while arriving fashionably late in a gold puffy-sleeved dress with husband Jay-Z. Beyoncé’s Spirit for The Lion King was nominated for the best original song but the title went to Rocketman’s (I’m Gonna) Love Me Again.
5. When celebrities called for political and social change
Celebrities have long used their acceptance speeches as platforms to raise awareness and call for change. This year’s Golden Globes was no different.
Michelle Williams’ powerful speech called for the support of abortion rights and the ability for women to choose whether to abort, while Russell Crowe, who had missed the ceremony due to the devastating fire in his native country Australia, called for more action against climate change (which was read out by presenter Jennifer Anniston).
Patricia Arquette, on the other hand, urged for more to cast their votes at the impending 2020 US elections.
6. When Awkwafina made history
Nora Lum, who goes by her stage name Awkwafina, first stole our hearts in Crazy Rich Asians as the hilarious sidekick Peik Lin. And now, with her role in Lulu Wang’s The Farewell, the actress wins a Golden Globe for Best Actress – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical, making her the first person of Asian descent to win the award.
Awkwafina dedicated the win to her family, especially to her father saying, “I told you I’d get a job.”
7. When Tom Hanks made everyone cry
There’s no crying in baseball, but there is crying during acceptance speeches.
Tom Hanks receives the Cecil B. DeMille Award at The #GoldenGlobes. pic.twitter.com/gDBdZFabrU
— NBC Entertainment (@nbc) January 6, 2020
Tom Hanks, the recipient of this year’s lifetime achievement award, the Cecil B. DeMille Award, gave a heartfelt acceptance speech that moved viewers.
Fighting back tears, Hanks thanked his wife Rita Wilson and five children for being his blessing before thanking colleagues that helped pave his career, including Meryl Streep and Denzel Washington.
8. When Parasite became the first Korean film to win at Golden Globes
“#Parasite” Becomes 1st Korean Film To Win At #GoldenGlobeshttps://t.co/CiYndNzTJJ pic.twitter.com/jzG0uXGOTh
— Soompi (@soompi) January 6, 2020
Directed by Bong Joon Ho, South Korean class thriller Parasite took home the prize for best foreign-language film, making it the first South Korean movie to win the accolade.
In his thank you speech, the director said: “Once you overcome the one-inch tall barrier of subtitles, you will be introduced to so many more amazing films”.
With this nod, many speculate that Parasite might win again at the upcoming Oscars.
The Golden Globes winners’ list (in bold):
Best Motion Picture — Drama
1917
The Irishman
Joker
Marriage Story
The Two Popes
Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture — Drama
Cynthia Erivo, Harriet
Scarlett Johansson, Marriage Story
Saoirse Ronan, Little Women
Charlize Theron, Bombshell
Renée Zellweger, Judy
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture — Drama
Christian Bale, Ford v Ferrari
Antonio Banderas, Pain and Glory
Adam Driver, Marriage Story
Joaquin Phoenix, Joker
Jonathan Pryce, The Two Popes
Best Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy
Dolemite Is My Name
Jojo Rabbit
Knives Out
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Rocketman
Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy
Ana de Armas, Knives Out
Awkwafina, The Farewell
Cate Blanchett, Where’d You Go, Bernadette
Beanie Feldstein, Booksmart
Emma Thompson, Late Night
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy
Daniel Craig, Knives Out
Roman Griffin Davis, Jojo Rabbit
Leonardo DiCaprio, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Taron Egerton, Rocketman
Eddie Murphy, Dolemite Is My Name
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture
Tom Hanks, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Anthony Hopkins, The Two Popes
Al Pacino, The Irishman
Joe Pesci, The Irishman
Brad Pitt, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Best Original Score — Motion Picture
Little Women – Alexandre Desplat
Joker – Hildur Guðnadóttir
Marriage Story – Randy Newman
1917 – Thomas Newman
Motherless Brooklyn – Daniel Pemberton
Best Television Limited Series or Motion Picture made for Television
Catch-22
Chernobyl
Fosse/Verdon
The Loudest Voice
Unbelievable
Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series or Motion Picture made for Television
Kaitlyn Dever, Unbelievable
Joey King, The Act
Helen Mirren, Catherine the Great
Merritt Weaver, Unbelievable
Michelle Williams, Fosse/Verdon
Best Director — Motion Picture
Bong Joon-ho, Parasite
Sam Mendes, 1917
Todd Phillips, Joker
Martin Scorsese, The Irishman
Quentin Tarantino, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series — Drama
Jennifer Aniston, The Morning Show
Olivia Colman, The Crown
Jodie Comer, Killing Eve
Nicole Kidman, Big Little Lies
Reese Witherspoon, The Morning Show
Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Limited Series or Motion Picture made for Television
Patricia Arquette, The Act
Helena Bonham Carter, The Crown
Toni Collette, Unbelievable
Meryl Streep, Big Little Lies
Emily Watson, Chernobyl
Best Original Song — Motion Picture
“Beautiful Ghosts,” Cats – Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lloyd Webber & Taylor Swift
“I’m Gonna Love Me Again,” Rocketman – Music by Elton John, Lyrics by Bernie Taupin
“Into the Unknown,” Frozen II – Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez
“Spirit,” The Lion King – Music and Lyrics by Timothy McKenzie, Ilya Salmanzadeh & Beyoncé
“Stand Up,” Harriet – Music and Lyrics by Joshuah Brian Campbell & Cynthia Erivo
Best Television Series — Musical or Comedy
Barry
Fleabag
The Kominsky Method
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
The Politician
Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture
Kathy Bates, Richard Jewell
Annette Bening, The Report
Laura Dern, Marriage Story
Jennifer Lopez, Hustlers
Margot Robbie, Bombshell
Best Motion Picture — Animated
Frozen II
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
The Lion King
Missing Link
Toy Story 4
Best Screenplay — Motion Picture
Marriage Story – Noah Baumbach
Parasite – Bong Joon-ho & Han Jin-won
The Two Popes – Anthony McCarten
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood – Quentin Tarantino
The Irishman – Steven Zaillian
Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series — Drama
Brian Cox, Succession
Kit Harington, Game of Thrones
Rami Malek, Mr. Robot
Tobias Menzies, The Crown
Billy Porter, Pose
Best Motion Picture — Foreign Language
The Farewell
Les Misérables
Pain and Glory
Parasite
Portrait of a Lady on Fire
Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series — Musical or Comedy
Christina Applegate, Dead to Me
Rachel Brosnahan, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Kirsten Dunst, On Becoming a God in Central Florida
Natasha Lyonne, Russian Doll
Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Fleabag
Best Television Series — Drama
Big Little Lies
The Crown
Killing Eve
The Morning Show
Succession
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Limited Series or Motion Picture made for Television
Alan Arkin, The Kominsky Method
Kieran Culkin, Succession
Andrew Scott, Fleabag
Stellan Skarsgård, Chernobyl
Henry Winkler, Barry
Best Performance by an Actor in a Limited Series or Motion Picture made for Television
Christopher Abbott, Catch-22
Sacha Baron Cohen, The Spy
Russell Crowe, The Loudest Voice
Jared Harris, Chernobyl
Sam Rockwell, Fosse/Verdon
Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series — Musical or Comedy
Michael Douglas, The Kominsky Method
Bill Hader, Barry
Ben Platt, The Politician
Paul Rudd, Living With Yourself
Ramy Youssef, Ramy
