Golden Globes 2021 Highlights: What You Missed at Awards Show

Not interested in staying up all night to see a bunch of rich people win awards? We get it — watching Hollywood’s elite pat themselves on the back in the middle of a pandemic isn’t for everyone. That said, for those curious about what went down at this year’s Golden Globes, allow us to fill you in on all the must-see moments.

Normally, we watch awards shows like the Golden Globes with a strong hint of FOMO, but this year, even the celebrity nominees weren’t invited to the bash. The socially distanced, masked and very small crowd that filled the Beverly Hilton’s International Ballroom on Sunday, February 28, was a far cry from the usually packed tables full of A-listers. Instead, host Tina Fey said they were occupied by “smoking-hot first responders and essential workers.”

“We are so grateful for the work that you do and that you’re here so that the celebrities can stay safe,” the 50-year-old said remotely from the Rainbow Room in New York.

Fey and cohost Amy Poehler also quipped that the Golden Globes are typically “messy” so the audience should basically “do whatever you want” as the celebs normally do. The pair joked Meryl Streep would be drunk in the best seat at the front, while Quentin Tarantino would be under the table.

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Despite the ceremony’s unusual format due to the coronavirus outbreak, there were still plenty of speeches and awkward moments to be had. Although Schitt’s Creek failed to sweep the Globes as it did the Emmys, the hit Netflix show still won Best Comedy Series, while Catherine O’Hara received the statuette for Best Actress – TV Series, Comedy or Musical.

However, while O’Hara attempted to give her thank-you speech, her husband, Bo Welch, jokingly cut her off with applause and the “wrap it up” music used during in-person ceremonies began playing — resulting in a level of confusion worthy of a Schitt’s Creek episode.

Keep scrolling for red carpet looks and more subtle details you might have missed at the 2021 Golden Globes.

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‘The Crown’ had a royal flush.

Not only did The Crown win Best Drama Series, but both Emma Corrin and Josh O’Connor tearfully accepted statuettes for their respective performances as Diana, Princess of Wales, and Prince Charles. In the Best Supporting Actress category, Gillian Anderson beat out costar Helena Bonham Carter for the trophy.

Chadwick Boseman’s wife, Taylor Simone Ledward, gave a heartbreaking acceptance speech.

Chadwick Boseman, who died of cancer in August 2020, posthumously won Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama for his role in George C Wolfe’s Netflix film Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.

Ledward, appearing via video link, said, “He would thank God. He would thank his parents. He would thank his ancestors for their guidance and their sacrifices.”

Fighting back tears, she continued, “I don’t have his words but we have to take all the moment to celebrate all we love, so thank you, HFPA, for this opportunity to do exactly that.”

It was a family affair.

Nominee Kate Hudson, mom Goldie Hawn, partner Danny Fujikawa and their child, Rani, partied at home together. Never one to miss out on the fun, Oliver Hudson was present for the family’s cuddled-up-on-the-couch moment, too.
Meanwhile, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban‘s kids, Sunday, 12, and Faith, 10, made a rare appearance onscreen, as did Mark Ruffalo‘s kids Keen Ruffalo, 19, and Odette Ruffalo, 13.