Zendaya and Denzel Washington Among Nominees for 2025 Golden Globes

The 2025 Golden Globe nominations highlight an impressive roster of Black talent, showcasing the power and depth of storytelling across film and television. Zendaya earned a nomination for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for her role in Challengers, while Denzel Washington is nominated for Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture for his performance in Gladiator II.

Other notable nominees include Colman Domingo for Sing Sing (Best Actor in a Drama), Zoe Saldaña for Emilia Pérez (Best Supporting Actress), and Donald Glover for his dramatic turn in Mr. & Mrs. Smith. Quinta Brunson (Abbott Elementary) and Ayo Edebiri (The Bear) are both recognized in the Best Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy category. Jamie Foxx rounds out the nominees with a nod for Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy for Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was.

Additionally, the drama Nickel Boys is nominated for Best Motion Picture – Drama, emphasizing the year’s focus on powerful and diverse narratives. With Viola Davis also set to receive the Cecil B. DeMille Award, the 81st Golden Globes promise to celebrate Black excellence in entertainment.

Source: BET