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Teyana Taylor made history at the 2026 Golden Globes by not only earning the first award of the night but also accidentally becoming the first star to be censored during their acceptance speech.
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Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
Other memorable moments included Teyana Taylor's emotional acceptance speech (and dazzling diamond thong), Jacob Elordi's mullet, and a cameo from the co-stars of Heated Rivalry.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
After opening up about not making it as a K-pop artist, the singer-songwriter Ejae delivered an acceptance speech that resonated with fans at home.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
Director Chloé Zhao appeared stunned, even acknowledging Sinners in her acceptance speech.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 12 Jan. 2026
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Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
Other memorable moments included Teyana Taylor's emotional acceptance speech (and dazzling diamond thong), Jacob Elordi's mullet, and a cameo from the co-stars of Heated Rivalry.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
After opening up about not making it as a K-pop artist, the singer-songwriter Ejae delivered an acceptance speech that resonated with fans at home.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
Director Chloé Zhao appeared stunned, even acknowledging Sinners in her acceptance speech.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 12 Jan. 2026
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“Acceptance speech.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acceptance%20speech. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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