Golden Globes Returns Sans Hollywood Foreign Press Association, Broadcasting on CBS
Taylor Swift, 'Barbie', and 'Oppenheimer' Among Highlights of the Revamped Ceremony
- The Golden Globes returns for its 81st ceremony, broadcasting on CBS in a one-year deal after parting ways with the Hollywood Foreign Press Association due to diversity and ethical scandals.
- Expected attendees include Taylor Swift, who is nominated for the newly launched 'cinematic and box-office achievement' award for her 'Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour'.
- Greta Gerwig’s 'Barbie' leads with nine nominations, including best comedy or musical, best director, and best actress for Margot Robbie, having grossed over $1.4 billion in ticket sales.
- Christopher Nolan’s 'Oppenheimer' follows closely with eight nominations, including best drama, best director, and best actor for Cillian Murphy.
- The Golden Globes was acquired by Eldridge Industries and Dick Clark Productions, turning it into a for-profit venture, with a new group of 300 entertainment journalists from around the world voting for the awards.