Golden Globes Reactions: The Silence Is Deafening
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Typically, Deadline and other media outlets are overwhelmed with requests after the Golden Globes to talk to giddy actors and actresses who just received their first (or repeat) nominations from the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. But not this year. Despite a new level of transparency by the HFPA and promises that it has cleaned house, everyone still remains in a veritable “wait and see” state when it comes to the new and “improved” Golden Globes.
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There were a few actors who took the time to say thanks for the recognition after Monday’s nominations were revealed. Kevin Costner went on social media and released his own statement that read: “Working on Yellowstone has been a truly fulfilling project, and it has been enormously gratifying and humbling that audiences have embraced the show and its’ characters the way that they have over the past five years. To be recognized for this performance is the cherry on top, and I share this nomination with everyone who contributed to the show especially my fellow cast mates, the producers and the crew.”
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Thank you to the @goldenglobes for the nomination. And to the @Yellowstone team, who continue to make John Dutton a character that keeps us all on our toes. pic.twitter.com/sX69Vvp9eN
— Kevin Costner & MW (@modernwest) December 12, 2022
The few other actors who wanted to give the HFPA a shoutout just relied on social media. Niecy Nash — who will likely earn some nods from the Screen Actors Guild and the TV Academy for her role as Glenda Cleveland in Dahmer – Monster, called herself a “Golden Girl.”
GOLDEN GIRL‼️💫💫💫 Thank you @goldenglobes Such a blessings to be nominated for my portal of #GlendaCleveland along side #EvanPeters #RichardJenkins and a nom for the @ryanmurphyproductions series #DahmerNetflix @ Nominee https://t.co/60bD7ayCaW
— Niecy Nash (@NiecyNash) December 12, 2022
Hugh Jackman took it step further and shot a thank you video.
Thank you so much to the @goldenglobes for this nomination. And congratulations to my fellow nominees. #theson pic.twitter.com/tW7cRmezSu
— Hugh Jackman (@RealHughJackman) December 12, 2022
And Henry Winkler, Hollywood’s menschiest of mensches, thanked the HFPA for “including me in a wonderful bunch of actors.”
Thank you for including me in a most wonderful bunch of Actors !!!! https://t.co/I3kpUd8quN
— Henry Winkler (@hwinkler4real) December 12, 2022
Andor star Diego Luna tweeted his gratitude in Spanish. Translated, his tweet read, “thank you very much for such beautiful messages. What a fortune to feel so much affection here.”
Les agradezco mucho tan lindos mensajes. Que fortuna sentir tanto cariño por aquí. #Andor pic.twitter.com/HN6Uxqoq7x
— diego luna (@diegoluna_) December 12, 2022
Jerry Bruckheimer opted to go old school by simply releasing a statement about Top Gun: Maverick receiving a Best Picture nomination. “Thank you so much for this honor. Top Gun: Maverick brought audiences back to theatres at a time when we needed entertainment the most. I am overjoyed to share this nomination with Paramount, Tom and the entire cast and crew who made this possible.”
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The stars of The Banshees of Inisherin also released statements. This, from star Brendan Gleeson, for the movie getting a nod in the Best Picture – Musical or Comedy category: “This is sensational! I’m thrilled and grateful, thanks Golden Globes. It’s joyous to be able share the good news with Martin (x2), Colin, Kerry, Barry and Carter on behalf of everyone involved in The Banshees’. Doubly so with my lovely Domhnall. Happy Days!”
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And this from star Colin Farrell, who got an actor nod for starring in the movie: “What a team effort and a joy it was to bring The Banshees to life…to be able to celebrate with the whole gang like this and represent all the crew members who are watching at home, makes the whole thing all the sweeter! As Brendan said, ‘Happy Days’ and thanks Golden Globes!”
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