Jessie Buckley achieved a significant milestone at the Golden Globes held in Beverly Hills, winning Best Actress for her compelling performance in “Hamnet.” The evening proved to be a triumph for the historical drama, which also garnered the prestigious award for Best Picture.
The ceremony saw big wins for the Netflix crime drama “Adolescence” and the comedy thriller “One Battle After Another,” each taking home four awards. Buckley, a favorite for the Best Actress award in Drama, celebrated the unexpected success of “Hamnet,” which is based on the acclaimed novel by Coleraine-born author Maggie O’Farrell. The film artfully depicts the tragic story of William Shakespeare and his lost son, a narrative sure to resonate with audiences.
During her acceptance speech at the Beverly Hilton, Buckley expressed gratitude towards director Chloé Zhao, co-star Paul Mescal, and O’Farrell, acknowledging the diverse and talented crew who contributed to the film. “It was such an extraordinary set to be part of because we were telling the story of probably the most famous Brit that ever lived, with a Chinese director and a mostly Polish crew,” she said, emphasizing the collaboration of various cultures.
Buckley shared heartfelt admiration for her fellow nominees, praising Julia Roberts as a hero and expressing her esteem for others in the category, including Jennifer Lawrence and Tessa Thompson. Her charming remark about her husband enjoying the canapés and cocktails added a lighthearted touch to her speech.
Aside from Buckley’s remarkable achievements, “Adolescence” was awarded Best Limited Series, while its stars Stephen Graham and Erin Doherty also received accolades. “One Battle After Another” was honored as Best Motion Picture in the Musical or Comedy category, with Paul Thomas Anderson taking home the directorial award.
The Golden Globes not only celebrated outstanding artistic achievements but also created anticipation for the Oscar nominations scheduled for January 22. As the industry focuses on the forthcoming awards, the triumphs of this year’s Golden Globes leave a promising outlook for the talents recognized, particularly Jessie Buckley’s memorable night.