Michelle Williams has made headlines once again, though this time, not for her achievement at the 2026 Golden Globes, where she was nominated for her role in FX’s “Dying for Sex,” but for her unexpected absence on the awards night. Williams has an impressive lineup of upcoming projects. Among them are “Evel Knievel on Tour,” in which she stars alongside Leonardo DiCaprio and Adrien Brody, and “Fever,” a biopic about the iconic American jazz singer Peggy Lee, featuring Alessandro Nivola.
The project that garnered her Golden Globe nomination, “Dying for Sex,” is inspired by a true story, following the journey of Molly Kochan, played by Williams, who embraces her sexual desires after facing a late-stage breast cancer diagnosis. Reflecting on her decision to take on the role, Williams shared, “I immediately, for reasons that I couldn’t understand and were beyond me, knew that I wanted to make this. And went to my husband and said, ‘Well, you need to take a look at this because this is gonna be in our life now.’”
Over the years, Williams has captivated audiences not only with her performances but also with her elegant appearances at the Golden Globes. Her most recent appearance was in 2023 alongside Paul Dano in Steven Spielberg’s “The Fabelmans,” where she donned a creamy white ruffled Gucci gown shortly after welcoming her third child.
In January 2020, Williams won the Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Limited Series or Television Movie for her role as Gwen Verdon in “Fosse/Verdon.” At that event, she wore a custom peach gown by Louis Vuitton, complete with exquisite jewelry from Jean Schlumberger, all while expecting her second child.
Her notable contributions to the #MeToo movement were evident during the 2018 Golden Globes when she attended alongside Tarana Burke, the movement’s founder. In solidarity, many actresses wore black, but Williams stood out in a chic black corseted bustier gown from Louis Vuitton. Burke later praised Williams for her sincerity, noting how she had initially hesitated to attend.
Williams has consistently demonstrated her talent, both in front of the camera and on the red carpet, showcasing a blend of style and powerful storytelling. With an exciting slate of projects ahead, fans can look forward to seeing more of this talented actress, who continues to defy expectations and inspire through her craft.