The 81st Golden Globes witnessed a spectacular triumph for "Oppenheimer," securing five wins out of eight nominations, including the prestigious Best Film (Drama). Christopher Nolan clinched the Best Director award, while Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr. took home Best Film Actor (Drama) and Best Supporting Actor (Film) honors, respectively, for their remarkable performances in the movie.

In a surprising turn, "Poor Things" outshone "Barbie" to claim the Best Film (Musical/Comedy) category, with Emma Stone earning the title of Best Film Actress (Musical/Comedy). The accolades continued with "The Holdovers," as Paul Giamatti and Da'Vine Randolph secured Best Actor (Musical/Comedy) and Best Supporting Actress.

Succession dominated the TV categories, with Roman Roy, portrayed by Kieran Culkin, winning Best TV Actor (Drama). Co-stars Sarah Snook and Matthew Macfadyen earned Best TV Actress (Drama) and Best Supporting Actor (TV) accolades. The series also secured the Best Series (Drama) award.

"Beef" emerged victorious in the Best Limited Series, Anthology, or TV Movie category, with Ali Wong and Steven Yeun earning Best Actress and Best Actor honors. Jeremy Allen White secured Best TV Actor (Musical/Comedy) for "The Bear," while co-star Ayo Edebiri won Best TV Actress (Musical/Comedy), and the series also claimed the Best Series (Musical/Comedy) title.

Amidst these wins, the Golden Globes introduced new categories this year, including Cinematic and Box Office Achievement and Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy on TV. The awards ceremony, hosted by comedian Jo Koy, marked a rejuvenated chapter for the Golden Globes under new ownership.