The Golden Globes returned with a blowout, star-studded ceremony on Sunday (7 January) night at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. A-listers including Taylor Swift, Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, and Kylie Jenner brought some much-needed stardust to the beleaguered show which has suffered from recent controversies.
The annual, Beverly Hills-based awards show has been under scrutiny after a 2021 Los Angeles Times investigation revealed that the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (the awards’ voting body) did not have a single Black member. However, this year, the Globes were back in their usual Sunday slot on CBS and hoping to regain viewers.
Leading up to the Golden Globes, the shows organizers essentially hung an “Under new management” sign from its front door. Whether the average viewer – and some of the nights winners – were aware or not is another story.
The ceremony was broadcast live from the Beverly Hilton Hotel and the celebrity attendees certainly brought the glitz and glamour back to the event. The star-studded night was a breath of fresh air for the Beverly Hills-based awards show, and it hoped to regain its lost viewership. With familiar faces gracing the event, including Taylor Swift, Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, and Kylie Jenner, the ceremony exuded the much-needed Hollywood charm that the awards showcase is known for.
Welcoming celebrities and artists back to its stage, the revamped Globes aimed to provide a memorable and entertaining event for its audience. It marked a new beginning for the awards show, one that the Hollywood community and the viewers eagerly anticipated.
As the night unfolded with outstanding performances, heartfelt speeches, and glamorous red carpet moments, the Golden Globes managed to charm its audience once again. The energy and enthusiasm brought by the celebrity attendees revitalized the show, making it a resounding success.
As the revamping of the Globes continues to take shape, the star-studded ceremony served as a reminder of Hollywood’s enduring spirit and the magic it brings to the screen. With this unforgettable night, the Golden Globes renewed its place as a stellar celebration of talent in the entertainment industry, and left everyone eagerly anticipating the future of this prestigious awards show.
