The 2026 Golden Globe Awards ceremony at the Beverly Hilton offered a mix of glamour and camaraderie among stars, with several off-camera interactions capturing the event's lively atmosphere. From celebrity table chats to spontaneous dances, attendees shared untelevised highlights during the three-hour-and-15-minute show. Host Nikki Glaser's monologue landed well with the crowd, though not every segment did.
The Golden Globe Awards on Sunday night at the Beverly Hilton's International Ballroom buzzed with energy beyond the televised broadcast. Comedian Kevin Hart exemplified good humor by assisting his wife, Eniko Hart, with the train of her beaded gown as they exited, enduring jokes throughout the evening.
At one lively table, Keri Russell, Matthew Rhys, Claire Danes, and writer Daniel Pearle from 'The Beast in Me' enjoyed animated conversations. Russell waved enthusiastically to friends, while Brett Goldstein chatted with Rhys from a nearby seat. Emma Stone and Jacob Elordi also stopped by to speak with the group.
Another cluster included HBO Max executive Sarah Aubrey alongside producers John Wells and R. Scott Gemmill of 'The Pitt,' and creators Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, and Jen Statsky of 'Hacks.' The table erupted in a fist bump when Noah Wyle won for actor in a TV drama, and cheers followed Jean Smart's victory for TV comedy actress. Wells and Gemmill later navigated the crowd to accept the best drama series trophy.
Teyana Taylor channeled her choreography background by dancing down the wings after 'One Battle After Another' claimed the first award of the night for film supporting actress in a comedy.
Presenters passed the time with music: Queen Latifah grooved to Chic's 'Good Times,' and Colman Domingo swayed to Kool & the Gang's 'Hollywood Swinging.' Ayo Edebiri formed a heart sign toward the audience while awaiting her turn with a pregnant Hailee Steinfeld. Commercial breaks saw Bill Maher greeting Mel Robbins, and Judd Apatow connecting with Brett Goldstein.
Sarah Snook, Elle Fanning, and NBCUniversal's Pearlena Igbokwe applauded Amy Poehler's best podcast win. Mike White rose for Erin Doherty's 'Adolescence' triumph, while Adam Sandler and Dwayne Johnson clapped for Wagner Moura's 'The Secret Agent' award. Ted Sarandos, Nicole Avant, and Guillermo del Toro stood for 'Kpop Demon Hunters'' successes in original song 'Golden' and animated film.
Nikki Glaser's opening monologue struck a balance—not too tame, yet not vicious—winning over the room. However, a segment featuring UFC fighters on stage and banter from 'Heated Rivalry' actors Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams fell flat with the audience.
