Timothee Chalamet surprised many by winning Best Actor for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, upsetting frontrunner Adrien Brody (The Brutalist). Demi Moore won Best Actress for The Substance, while Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain) and Zoe Saldana (Emilia Perez) secured supporting roles.

In television, FX’s Shogun won Best Drama Ensemble, while Only Murders in the Building took Best Comedy Ensemble. Jane Fonda received the Lifetime Achievement Award, emphasizing the power of empathy in acting. The wins set the stage for a competitive Oscars race, with Conclave now a strong contender for Best Picture.