Golden Globes 2025: Hosts, Nominees, Honorees, and What to Expect/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ The Golden Globes return Sunday with host Nikki Glaser leading a night of glamour and recognition. Highlights include top nominees like “Emilia Pérez,” performances from Zendaya and Timothée Chalamet, honorees Viola Davis and Ted Danson, and a star-studded lineup of presenters.
Golden Globes 2025: What to Know
Who’s Hosting?
Comedian Nikki Glaser will host the ceremony, bringing her sharp wit and Emmy-nominated comedic style. Glaser follows Jo Koy, who faced criticism last year for his rushed monologue.
Key Nominees
- Top Film Nominee: “Emilia Pérez,” a musical about a Mexican drug lord’s gender-affirming journey, leads with 10 nominations.
- Top TV Nominee: “The Bear” heads television categories with five nods.
- First-Time Nominees: Include Ariana Grande, Dakota Fanning, and Pamela Anderson for roles spanning film and television.
- Record-Setters: Denzel Washington earns his 11th nomination, becoming the most-nominated Black performer in Globes history.
Presenters
A star-studded lineup includes Andrew Garfield, Zendaya, Dwayne Johnson, Jennifer Coolidge, Viola Davis, and more.
Major Honorees
- Cecil B. DeMille Award: Viola Davis will be honored for her illustrious film and television career.
- Carol Burnett Award: Ted Danson receives this prestigious award for his outstanding contributions to television.
Double Nominees
- Sebastian Stan: For “The Apprentice” and “A Different Man.”
- Kate Winslet: For “Lee” and “The Regime.”
- Selena Gomez: For “Emilia Pérez” and “Only Murders in the Building.”
Golden Globes 2025: Hosts, Nominees, Honorees, and What to Expect
Deep Look
Golden Globes: A Night of Celebration
The 82nd Golden Globe Awards kick off Sunday at the Beverly Hilton, blending recognition of film and television’s best with star-studded glamour.
The ceremony, broadcast on CBS and streamed on Paramount+, is often seen as the first major event of awards season. While not always a predictor of Oscars success, a win at the Globes can generate critical momentum for films, TV shows, and performances.
Honoring Hollywood’s Best
Viola Davis will be celebrated with the Cecil B. DeMille Award, joining a prestigious group of past recipients like Morgan Freeman and Meryl Streep. Known for her roles in “Fences”, “The Woman King”, and “How to Get Away with Murder,” Davis continues to set the standard for powerful storytelling.
Ted Danson, a fixture in television for decades, will receive the Carol Burnett Award. From his breakout as Sam Malone on “Cheers” to his recent success in Netflix’s “A Man on the Inside,” Danson’s career has exemplified excellence and longevity.
Culinary Extravagance
The Golden Globes are bringing back the Nobu Restaurants group for a star-studded menu. Chef Nobu Matsuhisa will serve signature dishes like the Gold Standard Roll, featuring king crab, salmon, gold flakes, and caviar. The menu also includes yellowtail jalapeños and sashimi salad, promising a culinary experience worthy of the event’s prestige.
The Return of Glamour
The Globes, recovering from previous controversies involving the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, aim to restore their reputation with high-profile nominees like Zendaya, Timothée Chalamet, and Selena Gomez. The event will highlight diversity and creativity across film and television.
Event Details
- Date: Sunday, January 7, 2025
- Broadcast: CBS and Paramount+
- Venue: Beverly Hilton, Beverly Hills, California
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