Okay, so the 2025 award shows are kicking off with the Golden Globes on January 5—Nikki Glaser’s hosting, and I’m already cackling thinking about her roasting half of Hollywood. I mean, last time I watched the Globes, I was at a dive bar in Wicker Park, sipping a questionable IPA, and the whole place erupted when they panned to a celebrity clearly not laughing at a joke. This year, expect Shōgun and The Bear to dominate TV categories, while films like Anora and Emilia Pérez are already buzzed about for snagging nods after their wins earlier this year. I’m calling it now: there’s gonna be at least one viral moment where someone trips on their gown or forgets their speech. Happens every time.
Golden Globes 2025: The Messy Kickoff to Award Shows
The Globes are like the rowdy cousin of the 2025 award shows—less stuffy than the Oscars, more unpredictable than the Emmys. I remember last year, I was so sure The Substance wouldn’t win anything because, like, body horror? At the Globes? But then Demi Moore snagged Best Actress, and I screamed so loud my neighbor banged on the wall. This year, I’m betting on A Complete Unknown (that Bob Dylan biopic with Timothée Chalamet) to stir up drama in the film categories, and maybe Nobody Wants This for a surprise TV win. Pro tip: if you’re hosting a watch party, don’t serve nachos. Trust me, it’s a stain waiting to happen.
- What to Watch For: Nikki Glaser’s monologue—probably gonna roast someone’s bad Botox or a flop film.
- My Dumb Prediction: A presenter will mispronounce “Emilia Pérez” and Twitter—er, X—will lose it.
- Where to Stream: CBS or Paramount+ with Showtime, but I’ll probably be refreshing X for memes.
Oscars 2025: Conan O’Brien and My Couch Are Ready
The Oscars on March 2 are the big kahuna of 2025 award shows, and I’m already planning to skip work the next day because I will stay up too late. Conan O’Brien hosting? I’m obsessed. Last year, I tried to “dress up” for my watch party—think thrift-store sequin dress that was definitely too tight—and ended up spilling wine on it when Anora won Best Picture. This year, I’m hyped for Wicked to maybe snag some technical awards (those costumes? Insane), but I’m also rooting for The Brutalist after Adrien Brody’s win last time. My hot take? The Academy might throw us a curveball and give Best Actress to someone unexpected, like Karla Sofía Gascón for Emilia Pérez.
My Embarrassing Oscars Moment
So, true story: during the 2023 Oscars, I got way too invested in the Best Animated Feature category because I’d binged Puss in Boots: The Last Wish like five times. I was live-tweeting my reactions from my phone, and—yep—accidentally posted a typo-ridden rant about how “cats deserve Oscars too” to my work Slack instead of X. My boss still brings it up. Anyway, for 2025 award shows, I’m keeping my phone far away, but I’m still betting on Flow for Best Animated Feature because, come on, a dialogue-free cat movie? I’m sold.
Emmys 2025: Where I’ll Probably Cry
The Emmys in September (exact date TBD, but likely mid-month) are my personal fave of the 2025 award shows because TV is my comfort zone. I’m curled up right now with a blanket that smells faintly of last week’s takeout, rewatching Severance on Apple TV+, and I’m convinced it’s gonna sweep. Last year, I cried actual tears when Shōgun won big at the Creative Arts Emmys, partly because I was sleep-deprived, partly because that show wrecked me. This year, I’m predicting The Penguin or The Day of the Jackal might sneak in for some drama noms, and I’m praying Hacks gets love for comedy. My advice? Stock up on tissues and snacks, because the Emmys always hit you in the feels.
- Shows I’m Rooting For: Severance, The Studio, Hacks—basically anything that makes me forget my student loans for an hour.
- My Dumb Bet: Someone’s gonna thank their dog in their acceptance speech. I’d do it.
- Pro Tip: Stream on CBS or Hulu, but check X for real-time snub reactions.
My Emmys Watch Party Fail
Last Emmys, I tried to get fancy and make themed cocktails for my watch party—something I called “The Shōgun Sour.” Spoiler: I used way too much lemon, and my friends were too polite to tell me it tasted like battery acid. I’m sticking to cheap wine for 2025 award shows, but I’m still gonna be glued to the screen, probably yelling at my TV when my faves get snubbed. If you’re hosting, keep it simple—chips, dip, done. No one needs a cocktail disaster.
Other 2025 Award Shows I’m Lowkey Obsessed With
Okay, so beyond the big three, there’s a ton of other 2025 award shows I’m stoked for. The Grammys on February 2 are gonna be a party—Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter already won Album of the Year last time, and I’m betting she’ll snag more. I once tried to karaoke “Texas Hold ’Em” at a bar in Logan Square and, uh, let’s just say I’m not Grammy material. Then there’s the Tony Awards in June, which I’ll probably watch on my phone while pretending to work. I’m rooting for anything with musical theater vibes—last year’s The Color Purple revival had me sobbing. Oh, and don’t sleep on the SAG Awards on February 23—they’re like the Oscars’ cooler, actor-voted sibling.
Tips for Surviving 2025 Award Shows
Here’s what I’ve learned from years of being way too invested in awards season:
- Don’t bet on your faves. I put $20 on Dune: Part Two winning Best Picture last year. Guess who’s still broke?
- Follow X for the tea. The real-time reactions are better than the actual show sometimes.
- Embrace the chaos. Whether it’s a wardrobe malfunction or a speech that goes on too long, 2025 award shows will deliver the drama.
- Check Deadline or Variety for updates. They’ve got the full calendars and nominee lists.
Wrapping Up My 2025 Award Shows Rant
Alright, I’m out of popcorn and my laptop’s about to die, so let’s wrap this up. The 2025 award shows are gonna be a rollercoaster—glamorous, messy, and probably a little infuriating. I’m just a Chicago gal who loves yelling at her TV and crying over acceptance speeches, so take my predictions with a grain of salt. But seriously, I’m counting down to the Golden Globes, Oscars, and Emmys like it’s my job. Wanna join my watch party? Hit me up on X, but don’t expect fancy cocktails—just vibes and maybe some spilled wine. What are you most excited for in the 2025 award shows? Drop it in the comments!
