The new year kicked off on January 7th with the 75th Annual Golden Globe Awards at 5 pm EST. presented by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, several actors, productions, and series were awarded for their excellence and achievements in film and television.
The Golden Globe Awards are known for their silver tongued speakers and announcers that use their voices to speak out about issues that are socially significant and detrimental to certain communities. This year the “Times Up!” “Why We Wear Black” and “#Me Too” movement were big hits for several celebrities campaigns. Laura Dern, America Ferrera, Debra Messing, Emma Watson, Millie Bobby Brown, Shailene Woodley, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Oprah to name a few.
But the biggest statements of the night were that of the fashion statements. A large majority of the celebrities who attended wore black to symbolize their fight for a life free of sexual abuse and sexism in the entertainment industry. Natalie Portman notoriously spoke about the lack of female director recognition in the movie industry and said, “And here, are the all male nominees” as she announced the award for Best Director.
Oprah Winfrey was the first African American female to accept the Cecil B. Demille Golden Globe in recognition of her many accomplishments meanwhile eloquently speaking during the night that was already rife with politics.
To close her speech, Oprah hinted at the audience about a possible run for the presidential candidacy, perhaps in 2020. In addition to a bold dress code that celebrities followed, many brought outspoken dates who, just by their attendance, spoke volumes.
A disappointing aspect of the entire award show was the lack of solidarity in protest from the male population of nominees. But sometimes, men must use the platform and privilege they are given to be able to actually be heard and make a difference.
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