Golden Globes 2026: Women Artists Who Won Big Across Film & TV

The 83rd Golden Globes honoured the outstanding performance by film and television artists in 2025. Several women artists’ performance took the limelight in poignant films and outstanding performances in TV shows. Many wins were an indication of an increased focus on recognizing women’s power in telling storylines across the entire global community.

The 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards further solidified their reputation as one of the most impactful events for recognizing excellence in international film and television, establishing the foundation for the awards season to come. In a year characterized by discussions about representation and storytelling, the 2026 event saw women-centric performances and storytelling take center stage.

Women artists are proving to be defining elements of the 2026 Golden Globes, marking an industry shift towards embracing the increasing need for quality, diversity, and truth in storytelling, as evident in their roles through cinematic and television performances.

The winners’ list also underlined the fact that the role of women in the industry has transcended the boundaries of the conventional woman characters, as women lead the projects that break conventions and tap into the complexities of human life.

Jessie Buckley, for her emotionally layered performance in a much-appreciated film, and Jean Smart, for her dominating role in a TV show, were some of the honors that accentuated the quality of the talent that won awards this year.

Individually, as well as cumulatively, these victories represent a turn towards the acknowledgment of women not only as players, but as pivotal voices within modern cinematic television.

The GWL team brings you this curated spotlight on the women who defined the Golden Globe Awards 2026.