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Golden Globes Night: Historic Podcast Win & Star Milestones
12 Jan
Summary
- The Golden Globes introduced its first-ever award for Best Podcast.
- Ricky Gervais made history by winning his second Stand-Up Comedy award.
- Jean Smart and Owen Cooper set new records for oldest and youngest acting winners.
The 2026 Golden Globes ceremony, hosted by Nikki Glazer, marked a historic night with several unprecedented moments. For the first time in its 83-year history, the award show presented a prize for Best Podcast, with Amy Poehler's 'Good Hang' taking home the inaugural title. This addition highlights the growing influence of podcasting within popular culture.
Veteran comedian Ricky Gervais continued to make his mark on Golden Globes history. He became the first entertainer to win two Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy on Television awards, solidifying his legacy. The ceremony also recognized Jean Smart, who at 74, broke her own record as the oldest performer to win Best Female Actor in a TV Musical/Comedy.
Further cementing the night's record-breaking theme, Owen Cooper achieved a milestone by becoming the youngest performer to win Best Supporting Male Actor in TV. His win for his performance in 'Adolescence' points to a promising future for the young actor.
