2025 Golden Globes: standout wins, snubs and viral moments

Jan 6

Kennedy Felton Lifestyle Correspondent/Producer

By Kennedy Felton (Lifestyle Correspondent/Producer), Zachary Hill (Video Editor)

Hollywood’s biggest stars gathered Sunday, Jan. 5, for the 2025 Golden Globes. The night brought not only surprise wins and emotional speeches but also viral moments that continue to trend.

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Ariana DeBose opened the night with an unexpected teleprompter glitch meant for host Nikki Glaser. True to her Broadway roots, DeBose turned the slip-up into a comedic highlight, proving her adaptability and charm.

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“The Brutalist” took home Best Drama and Best Director for Brady Corbet. Adrien Brody won Best Actor for his haunting role, adding to the film’s impressive sweep.

Corbet gave a heartfelt speech, paying tribute to Aubrey Plaza, who missed the event following the recent loss of her husband to suicide. The moment left the room visibly emotional.

The musical thriller “Emilia Pérez” won big with four awards, including Best Musical or Comedy. Zoe Saldaña, who earned her first Golden Globe, moved the audience to tears with her emotional acceptance speech.

Demi Moore had her own milestone, winning a career-first Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Comedy for “The Substance.” Her portrayal of a star navigating aging and reinvention resonated deeply with viewers, earning her a standing ovation.

In a lighter moment, while Vin Diesel presented an award, he greeted his “Fast and Furious” co-star, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, from the stage. Johnson’s smile and nod marked a rare public display of camaraderie following their reported feud.

Zendaya turned heads on the red carpet, wearing a Bulgari High Jewelry necklace featuring a paraiba tourmaline and 48 carats of diamonds. However, the massive ring on her left hand fueled speculation.

When an L.A. Times reporter asked if she was engaged to her boyfriend of three years, Tom Holland, Zendaya smiled coyly and shrugged, leaving fans buzzing.

Glaser balanced sharp humor with heartfelt moments, garnering high praise as the first woman to ever solo-host the Golden Globes. Compared to last year’s host, Jo Koy, who faced heavy criticism for rushed jokes, Glaser delivered a well-received performance.

Despite being one of the year’s most anticipated films, “Wicked” walked away with only one award for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement. The category debuted last year, with “Barbie” as the inaugural winner.

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[KENNEDY FELTON]

Hollywood’s biggest stars shined at the 2025 Golden Globes, but the moments that stuck around long after the spotlight faded made this year a notable year for Hollywood’s biggest party.

Ariana DeBose kicked off the night with a teleprompter glitch meant for host Nikki Glaser that could have derailed her presentation. But in true Broadway style, she turned it into a comedic moment.

“The Brutalist” swept the Best Drama and Best Director for Brady Corbet. Adrien Brody also took home Best Actor for his haunting performance.

Corbet moved the room, paying tribute to Aubrey Plaza who missed the ceremony following the loss of her husband who recently died by suicide.

The musical thriller “Emilia Perez” dominated with four wins, including Best Musical or Comedy.

And with her first ever Golden Globe win, Zoe Saldana gave an emotional acceptance speech for her role in the film.

Another first, Demi Moore had a breakthrough moment, winning her first Golden Globe as well for Best Actress in a Comedy for her role in “The Substance.”

The 62-year-old’s performance as a star grappling with aging and reinvention struck a chord with the audience, and her win was met with a standing ovation.

In a lighthearted moment, Vin Diesel came out to present an award when he turned to his “Fast and Furious” co-star Dwayne The Rock Johnson in the audience to say “Hey Dwayne.” Johnson smiled and nodded, a public display of camaraderie after years of a reported feud.

On the red carpet, Zendaya made headlines as she seemingly revealed her engagement to boyfriend of three years, Tom Holland.

Wearing a Bvlgari High Jewelry necklace with an oval paraiba tourmaline and 48 carats of diamonds, paired with a matching ring and earrings, the massive ring was not mentioned in Bvlgari’s description that detailed the actress’s other jewelry for the night. When asked by an LA Times reporter if she was engaged, she smiled coyly and shrugged her shoulders.

Let’s not forget host Nikki Glaser, who balanced her comedic sharpness with heartfelt moments. She made history as the first woman to ever solo host the Golden Globes. She seemed to be well received compared to last year’s host Jo Koy who took on the gig ten days ahead of the ceremony after a string of jokes that fell flat.

But it wouldn’t be an awards show without the snubs. One of the most anticipated movies of the year, “Wicked” walked away with only one award for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement, a category that debuted last year with “Barbie.”

With surprise wins, touching speeches, and viral moments, the 2025 Golden Globes will be talked about long after the curtains have closed.