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The 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards, marked the official start of the 2025 awards season on Sunday evening (early Monday morning in India).
Hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, the event attracted a host of A-list stars from both the film and television industries, culminating in moments of triumph and celebration.
Among the evening’s standout moments was the historic win by actress Zoe Saldana, who took home her first-ever Golden Globe Award.
The award, presented for Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture, went to Saldana for her role as Rita Moro Castro in ‘Emilia Perez’. This was a monumental achievement for Saldana, who has long been recognized for her roles in blockbuster franchises.
Accepting her award, Zoe said, “Oh my God. I know I don’t have much time, and I have dyslexia, so I tend to forget when I’m really anxious, and I’m filled with adrenaline, but my heart is full of gratitude. Thank you so much to the Golden Globes for celebrating our film and honoring the women of Emilia Pérez. Thank you so much.”
She went on to add, “This is a first time for me, and I’m just so blessed that I’m sharing this moment with Selena [Gomez] and Karla [Sofía Gascón] and Jacques [Audiard] and all of my fellow nominees. I’m in awe of you, your strength, your complexity, your undeniable talent. I know that it is a competition, but all that I have witnessed is just us showing up for each other and celebrating each other, and it’s just so beautiful.”
Holding back tears, she said, “So Selena [Gomez], Ariana [Grande], Margaret [Qualley], Felicity [Jones], Isabella [Rossellini]—I had lunch one time in your house and it was like, I thought I had made it already, but—you’re magic. You’re all magic, and I experienced this kind of magic on the set of Emilia Pérez and it’s thanks to you, thank you, merci beaucoup, Jacques Audiard. Thank you so much for trusting me to play Rita. You are just a character that I admire so much. You created rich and complex characters, and you’re so French and so chic and confident and kind! I love it!”
The announcement of her win was met with applause as Saldana joined a strong field of nominees, including Selena Gomez for ‘Emilia Perez’, Ariana Grande for ‘Wicked’, Felicity Jones for ‘The Brutalist’, Margaret Qualley for ‘The Substance’, and Isabella Rossellini for ‘Conclave’.
It was Gomez’s standing ovation and immediate cheers that won hearts online, with fans gushing over their friendship.
Saldana’s arrival on the red carpet was equally memorable. The actress stunned in a dark brown, strapless sequin gown by Saint Laurent, which featured a matching cape draped elegantly around her arms.
Her look was complemented by a sparkling diamond necklace, adding an extra layer of glamour to her red carpet-moment.
In an interview with E!, Saldana revealed that the gown was designed specifically for her by Saint Laurent’s creative director, Anthony Vaccarello, who also worked on Emilia Perez. “Anthony has been so incredible to me,” Saldana said, highlighting the collaboration on both her gown and the film itself.
In ‘Emilia Perez’, Saldana plays Rita Moro Castro, a lawyer working at a large firm who is tasked with helping a cartel leader, Manitas, undergo a secret sex change operation as he nears retirement.
The film, a musical featuring original songs, gained significant attention when it premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May.
It was met with a nearly 10-minute standing ovation and went on to win the Jury Prize, as well as the Best Actress award for its collective female ensemble.
As the evening progressed, the excitement of the 82nd Golden Globe Awards continued to build. Stars such as Angelina Jolie, Cate Blanchett, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, and Glen Powell dazzled on the red carpet, showcasing a range of fashionable and sophisticated looks.
The Golden Globe Awards, which are streaming live on CBS and Paramount+, featured a glittering array of presenters, including major stars like Andrew Garfield, Michelle Yeoh, Viola Davis, and Dwayne Johnson.
The event is streaming live in India on Lionsgate Play.
This year, the Golden Globe Awards introduced a special pre-event ceremony known as the Golden Gala, where the prestigious Cecil B DeMille Award and the Carol Burnett Award were presented.
Viola Davis was honoured with the Cecil B DeMille Award, recognizing her extraordinary contributions to film and television.
Ted Danson was awarded the Carol Burnett Award for his outstanding television career.
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