Marlon Wayans took the stage on Monday for the announcement of the 2026 Golden Globe nominations, but the actor experienced a humorous moment as he mispronounced several key names during the broadcast. Teaming up with actress Skye P. Marshall, Wayans unveiled the list of nominees for this year’s prestigious awards, but his pronunciation mishaps added a memorable twist to the evening.
Following the event, Wayans humorously shared his thoughts with Variety, stating, “I’m not sure a lot of them know that they were nominated.” He attributed his blunders to the limited preparation time he had before the announcement, which he noted was “about three minutes beforehand.” Among the names he stumbled over were Swedish composer Ludwig Göransson, nominated for his score in *Sinners*, and Elle Fanning, recognized in the Best Supporting Actress category for her role in *Sentimental Value*.
Wayans also faced challenges with the names of contributors to the K-Pop nominated track “Golden,” including Joong Gyu Kwak and Kim Eun-jae, among others. After several fumbles, he lightheartedly remarked, “Somebody’s mama at home right now going, ‘What, who?’”
In contrast to Wayans, Marshall took a more serious approach, preparing thoroughly for the announcement. She expressed her admiration for the festival season and the array of buzzworthy projects and creatives. “I just don’t like not knowing people’s names,” she said, emphasizing her respect for the artists and the importance of recognizing their work correctly.
Despite the hiccups in pronunciation, the evening was filled with anticipation and excitement for the upcoming awards season. Both presenters infused the event with an entertaining charm, and their shared enthusiasm for the nominees highlighted the spirit of community and celebration that the Golden Globes embody, fostering hope for the recognition of diverse talents in the film industry.