Comedian Jerrod Carmichael will go down in the history of the Golden Globes for being the first presenter who, in the middle of the ceremony, decided to reproach both Hollywood and the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, in charge of organizing the gala. He did so as soon as the live broadcast began, claiming that the only reason he was the presenter was because he was black:
I am your host, Jerrod Carmichael. And I’ll tell you why I’m here. I’m here ‘cause I’m Black. This show, the Golden Globe Awards, did not air last year because the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, which I won’t say they were a racist organization, but they didn’t have a single black member until George Floyd died. So do with that information what you will.
To launch this criticism he used his best tool, humor. He raised the laughter of the attendees to the remembering how he experienced the moment he was asked to be a presenter of the ceremony, for which, he explained, he was paid 500,000 dollars, a moral dilemma for him: "One minute you’re making mint tea at home, the next, you’re invited to be the black face of an embattled white organization. Sometimes life goes that fast, doesn't it?" he said.
And here is your host for the 80th Annual #GoldenGlobes... It’s Jerrod Carmichael! 🎤 pic.twitter.com/tc8KIyt1E5
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Major absentees at the Golden Globes
But the criticism was there and the boycott that last year's Golden Globes experienced was once again present at the ceremony. It was not through direct mentions, but through small acts, such as the conspicuous absences of Zendaya, the winner of Best Actress in a Series in the Drama genre for Euphoria; Amanda Seyfried, winner for Best Actress in a Miniseries for The Dropout; Cate Blanchett, winner for Best Actress in a dramatic film for Tár; Kevin Costner or Brendan Fraisier who kept his promise and did not attend the Golden Globes.
As Cinemania explains, all of them gave as an excuse for their absence either previous professional commitments or bad weather conditions caused by the passage of several atmospheric conditions. But it is not difficult to discover that the real reason was to make a statement of intent and show their rejection of these awards.
Eddie Murphy reminisces about Oscar slapping
Comedian Eddie Murphy was one of the few people who knew he would come out on top at the Golden Globes. He was aware that, during the ceremony, he would receive the Cecil B. Demille Award in recognition of his 46-year career. During his speech, the comedian, far from being intimidated, decided to recall the most vivid moment of last year's Oscars gala: the slap Will Smith gave Chris Rock for making fun of his wife's alopecia:
I want to let you know there's a definitive blueprint that you can follow to achieve success, prosperity and peace of mind. It's very simple. There's three things: pay yor taxes, mind your business and keep Will Smith's wife's name out your f***ing mouth!
🎉 The biggest round of applause for Eddie Murphy, this year's Cecil B. DeMille Award recipient! Your decades of unbeatable comedy and incredible performances deserve to be acknowledged and celebrated! 🎉 #GoldenGlobes pic.twitter.com/IWiU6LEmmf
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Angela Bassett touches with her remembrance of Chadwick Boseman
It wasn't all laughter and criticism at the Golden Globes gala. The emotional touch was provided by Angela Bassett, who accepted her award for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture for her role as Queen Ramonda in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
During her speech, she not only thanked the director of the Marvel film, Ryan Coogler and her colleagues, she also wanted to remember the deceased Chadwick Boseman, whose death shaped much of the plot of the award-winning film: "We embarked on this journey together with love. We mourned, we loved, we healed. And we will be surrounding each and every day by the light in the spirit of Chadwick Boseman," she said. She also did not forget the Marvel fans, the thousands of people who wait for each of the superhero movies, whom she thanked for their immense support:
And to the Marvel fans, thank you for embracing these characters and showing us so much love. We just made history with this nomination and with this award. It belongs to all of you, all of us.
Congratulations to @imangelabassett for taking home the Golden Globe award for Best Supporting Actress - Motion Picture! A well deserved honor 🙌
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Colin Farrell praises Ana de Armas
Collin Farrell did not miss the opportunity to have Ana de Armas present him with the award for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy or Musical for his role in The Banshees of Inesherin.
As soon as he got on stage, he dedicated a few affectionate words to the Cuban actress for her work in Blonde, the film in which she gives life to Marilyn Monroe. According to the actor, he was amazed by her performance:
Ana, I just thought you were extraordinary. I cried myself to sleep the night I saw your film, 'Blonde'. I cried myself to sleep. One thing had to do with the music that played at the moment where the shot opens and just seeing her ankles at the edge of the bed. It messed me up so bad. Not a joke, but you're welcome to laugh. It's not my place to say what's appropriate laughter in this world.
Soak in the WIN! Congratulations to our winner for Best Actor - Motion Picture - Musical/Comedy, Colin Farrell! ✨😌
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Ricardo Darín lengthens his speech
The winner of Best Foreign Language Film, Argentina, 1985, also had its own special moment at the Golden Globes. After a political speech by the film's director, Santiago Mitre, it was the turn of producer and star Ricardo Darín.
He began his speech in English but, after a few minutes, decided to continue in Spanish. At that moment, the music rose to indicate that the time they were given to say a few brief words was running out, sparking laughter from the actor as he finished his speech, this time in Spanish:
So excited to see Argentina, 1985 win for Best Motion Picture - Non-English Language tonight! 💛
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Spielberg, from coffee boy to Best Director at Golden Globe Awards
Quentin Tarantino was in charge of giving the award for Best Director to Steven Spielberg. This is Spielberg's fifth Golden Globe in this category. On this occasion it was for his work in The Fabelmans, his autobiographical film which he dedicated to both his mother and father, both now deceased.
However, the moment came when Tarantino presented him with the award, telling him that John Cassavetes would be very proud of him. To the surprise of the rest of the attendees, Steven Spielberg explained the reason for the words that his colleague had dedicated to him:
He told me this because I was John Cassavetes’ PA on one of his movies. I got him coffee. I got them anything they wanted. I ran around that set, which was like a 16mm camera and a lot of noise, and whatever they wanted I ran out to delis and go them stuff. And that’s why I treat my PAs so kindly, because I know what it feels like.
A look at this year's Golden Globe WINNER for Best Picture - Drama, @thefabelmans! What a FANTASTIC film 🎥✨ #GoldenGlobes pic.twitter.com/HAnoMQULT9
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