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

Jessie Buckley – Best Female Actor in a Motion Picture (Drama)

The performance was given by Jessie Buckley, who stars in the historical drama "Hamnet," about grief and family from the perspective of the English playwright’s family. Her performance in "Hamnet" was particularly acclaimed, with her acting receiving recognition for its emotion, receiving the Golden Globe Award for Best Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama in the 83rd Golden Globes. The award wins from "Hamnet" add to the rise to prominence in the film industry that Jessie Buckley has experienced.