The 2026 Golden Globes brought Hollywood’s biggest names to the Beverly Hilton on December 11, with stars like Leonardo DiCaprio, Julia Roberts, Sean Penn, and George Clooney in attendance. On the film side, One Battle After Another led the night with four wins, while Netflix’s Adolescence matched that total on television. The show also produced a standout moment when 16-year-old Owen Cooper became one of the youngest winners in Golden Globes history.The ceremony included several milestones and headline-making victories. Timothée Chalamet, 30, won his first Golden Globe for Marty Supreme, adding another major award to his growing career. This year also introduced a brand-new category — Best Podcast — which went to Good Hang with Amy Poehler, marking a fresh direction for the event’s evolving format.However, the celebration was quickly overshadowed by controversy. Several celebrities were accused of ignoring Globe etiquette and venue rules. Reports claimed Sean Penn lit a cigarette at his table despite an indoor smoking ban, while other guests stepped outside. Social media users criticized the moment as disrespectful and entitled. Adding to the backlash, multiple stars reportedly left early, including Selena Gomez, Dax Shepard, Kristen Bell, Benny Blanco, Keegan-Michael Key, and others—some before major awards were even announced.Host Nikki Glaser also sparked debate with jokes that divided viewers, including comments aimed at Penn. Her tribute to filmmaker Rob Reiner drew criticism online, with some calling it poorly handled. Though the Globes honored major achievements, many viewers felt the chaos, early exits, and rule-breaking became the night’s biggest story.
Golden Globes 2026 Guests Leave Early, Stir Buzz
