Hollywood turned the first full week of January into a grand celebration of storytelling as Golden Globe Awards unveiled a new companion event, Golden Eve, ahead of the 83rd annual ceremony.
Golden Eve Sets the Tone
Launched as part of “Golden Week,” Golden Eve debuted on January 8, 2026, at the iconic The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. Broadcast on CBS and streamed on Paramount+, the primetime special gave two of the Globes’ most prestigious lifetime honors their own stage.
The evening spotlighted the Cecil B. DeMille Award and the Carol Burnett Award, moving them from brief in-show segments into a stand-alone celebration filled with retrospectives, archival footage, and heartfelt tributes.
The inaugural honorees were screen legends Helen Mirren, recognized for lifetime achievement in film, and Sarah Jessica Parker, honored for her enduring impact on television. With personal reflections, industry tributes, and intimate conversations, Golden Eve delivered a deeper, more emotional tribute than audiences had previously seen.
The 83rd Golden Globes: A Night to Remember
Three days later, on January 11, the 83rd Golden Globes returned to the same Beverly Hilton ballroom, broadcast live on CBS and streamed on Paramount+.
Comedian Nikki Glaser hosted for the second consecutive year, bringing sharp wit and playful banter to Hollywood’s starriest night.
The ceremony celebrated the best in film and American television from 2025, introducing a historic new category Best Podcast signaling the industry’s evolving storytelling landscape.
Major Film Winners
In film, Hamnet emerged as Best Motion Picture – Drama, with Jessie Buckley winning Best Actress (Drama) and Wagner Moura taking Best Actor (Drama) for The Secret Agent.
One Battle After Another dominated the Musical/Comedy category, earning Best Motion Picture and major wins for director Paul Thomas Anderson.
Other standout victories included Timothée Chalamet (Best Actor – Musical/Comedy), Rose Byrne (Best Actress – Musical/Comedy), Teyana Taylor (Best Supporting Actress), and Stellan Skarsgård (Best Supporting Actor). Composer Ludwig Göransson also claimed Best Original Score.
Television Triumphs
On the television side, The Pitt won Best Drama Series, while The Studio took Best Musical or Comedy Series. The limited series Adolescence became one of the night’s breakout successes.
Acting honors went to Noah Wyle, Rhea Seehorn, Seth Rogen, and Jean Smart, each earning praise for commanding performances.
In a historic first, Amy Poehler won the inaugural Best Podcast award for Good Hang with Amy Poehler, marking a significant expansion of the Globes’ cultural reach.
A Week That Redefined the Globes
From Golden Eve’s heartfelt tributes to the glamour and competitive thrill of the Golden Globes ceremony itself, the 2026 edition expanded beyond a single night into a weeklong cultural moment.
With emotional victories, bold fashion statements, subtle political expressions from stars like Mark Ruffalo, and Nikki Glaser’s comedic edge tying it all together.
Golden Week 2026 demonstrated that the Globes are not just about awards they are about honoring legacy, celebrating evolution, and spotlighting the ever-changing power of storytelling across film, television, and now podcasting.
