The 83rd Golden Globes ceremony in Los Angeles delivered its usual mix of glamour and surprise, but it was a moment of unfiltered disappointment that truly captured the internet's attention. Amanda Seyfried, nominated for her role in The Testament of Ann Lee, found herself at the centre of a viral storm after cameras captured her candid reaction to losing not one, but two awards.
A Night of Disappointment for Seyfried
Nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Musical or Comedy, Seyfried was seen on camera visibly grimacing as the winner was announced. The award went to Rose Byrne, prompting Seyfried to quickly force a smile and applaud. The moment did not go unnoticed by sharp-eyed viewers, who swiftly took to social media to dissect her expression.
One fan commented that "Amanda Seyfried not paying attention and preemptively clapping because she probably didn't think she'd win is the best thing I've seen all night," while another declared she had been "robbed again." The night proved doubly disappointing for the Mean Girls star, as she also lost the award for Best Actress in a Limited Series to Michelle Williams. In that instance, cameras appeared to catch her clapping before the winner's name was revealed and mouthing what some believed to be 'she's not even here.'
Owen Cooper Makes Golden Globes History
While Seyfried's reactions sparked conversation, the night belonged to a fresh new face in Hollywood. Owen Cooper, the 16-year-old star of the Netflix hit Adolescence, made Golden Globes history. By securing the award for Best Supporting Male Actor, he became the youngest winner in the award ceremony's history, shattering a record held since 2010.
That record was previously set by Glee star Chris Colfer, who won at age 20. Taking to the stage, the emotional British actor thanked his family, friends, and castmates. He revealed his remarkable journey, confessing he had never acted before landing the role and had pushed himself into "embarrassing" acting classes where he was the only boy.
Cooper triumphed over stiff competition, including his co-star Ashley Walters, Billy Crudup, Jason Isaacs, Tramell Tillman, and Walton Goggins. His win makes him the second-youngest male Golden Globe winner ever, following only Ricky Schroder, who won at nine years old in 1980.
Viral Moments and Industry Celebration
The 2026 ceremony was a night of high emotion and memorable incidents. From awkward jokes to candid celebrity reactions, the event provided ample fodder for social media. The ballroom's supportive applause for the overwhelmed Owen Cooper highlighted the industry rallying behind its newest star.
Meanwhile, the British Netflix series Adolescence enjoyed a successful night beyond Cooper's win, earning further nominations for Stephen Graham, Erin Doherty, and in the Best Television Limited Series category. The contrasting moments—Seyfried's viral disappointment and Cooper's historic, emotional victory—perfectly encapsulated the dramatic highs and lows of awards season.
