Let’s talk about the Golden Globes—the rare award show that felt less like Hollywood fluff and more like a celebration of the women who shape our world. This wasn’t just about who won or wore what. It was a moment that felt like a collective exhale: finally, women—and especially mothers—taking up the space they’ve always deserved in an industry that hasn’t always been kind to them.
The best part? It wasn’t just about the awards, though Demi Moore’s win for The Substance had me sobbing into my tea. It was about connection, resilience, and a night that celebrated women unapologetically owning their stories—and bringing their kids and moms along for the ride.
Demi Moore: The power of reclaiming your narrative
First, let’s bow down to Demi Moore. Winning Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy felt like more than a trophy—it was a career-long mic drop. Demi’s been through it all: blockbuster stardom, tabloid nonsense, and years of being underestimated. But here she was, radiant and strong, standing on that stage like the queen she is.
And then, the real magic happened: her daughters, Rumer, Scout, and Tallulah, were caught on camera full-on sobbing, cheering, and basically doing the emotional equivalent of a standing ovation. Let’s be honest: I was doing the same thing from my couch. Their reaction wasn’t just about an award. It was about everything Demi’s been through to get to that moment. And as someone who’s spent more time than I’d like wondering if I’m doing enough, that moment hit me like a ton of bricks. If Demi can rise above the noise and claim her moment, so can we.
Demi’s win was more than a personal triumph; it was a victory for every woman who’s ever been sidelined, underestimated, or told her time had passed. Watching her daughters cheer for her wasn’t just heartwarming. It was transformative. They saw their mom reclaim her narrative, and in doing so, she gifted them—and all of us—a front-row seat to what resilience looks like.
Pamela Anderson: The freedom of being yourself
And then there’s Pamela Anderson. Let’s set the scene: red carpet, cameras flashing, Hollywood glam everywhere. And Pam shows up… makeup-free. No foundation. No contour. Just her, in all her natural, gorgeous glory. It was the kind of bold move that made me sit up a little straighter and think, “Okay, maybe I don’t need to obsess over my laugh lines.”
What made it even better? Pamela brought her son, Brandon Thomas Lee, as her date. Watching them walk the carpet together felt like a full-circle moment—a mom showing up as her truest self, supported by her kid. It wasn’t just a fashion statement; it was a life statement: “I am enough as I am.” And for anyone feeling the pressure to filter, smooth, or shrink themselves, it was the permission slip we didn’t know we needed.
But Pamela wasn’t just there to make headlines for her bare-faced confidence. She was there to remind us all—especially younger women—that growing older is not a thing to fear. It’s something to embrace. Her red carpet walk was an unfiltered love letter to self-acceptance, and honestly, it’s one we all needed to read.
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Hollywood’s mothers take center stage
But wait, it gets better. The Globes weren’t just a showcase of star power—they were a masterclass in motherhood in all its forms: moms showing their kids the dividends of hard work and kids proving that sometimes, the best date you can have is the one who’s been cheering for you the longest—your mom.
Mothers who brought their kids included Angelina Jolie and her daughter Zahara, Jodi Foster with her son Kit, Pamela Anderson with her son Brandon. On the other side, we got to see Ariana Grande (who’s usually surrounded by glam squads and choreographed perfection) with her mom Joan, and Zoe Saldana with her mom Asalia Nazario.
Mother-child relationships weren’t just on display—they were celebrated. The entire vibe of the night screamed, “Bring your mom, bring your kids, show your love, and let them cheer for you.” It felt less like a Hollywood awards show and more like a gathering of women unapologetically claiming their space. Who doesn’t want more of that energy in their lives?
These moments weren’t just sweet—they were revolutionary. Hollywood hasn’t always been a place that celebrates women beyond their youth, beauty, or ability to play the ingenue. But this night? It felt different. Women weren’t just showing up—they were owning the room. And their stories—of perseverance, authenticity, and resilience—were finally being celebrated in ways that felt big, bold, and long overdue.
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What I’m taking away from these moments
By the end of the night, I had mascara streaks on my face and a new perspective on what it means to celebrate womanhood. Here’s what I’m carrying with me into 2025:
- Reclaim Your Narrative: Demi’s win is proof that it’s never too late to rewrite your story. No matter what life throws at you, you have the power to rise and own your moment. Watching her daughters cheer for her was like watching hope in motion.
- Be Authentically You: Pamela’s makeup-free red carpet walk reminded us that real beauty isn’t about hiding who you are. It’s about showing up as yourself—flaws, laugh lines, and all. And hey, if Pamela can rock the no-makeup look on the most-watched carpet of the year, I can probably survive my next Zoom call without eyeliner.
- Celebrate Women Owning Their Stories: The Globes this year weren’t just about glitz and glam. They were about women—mothers, daughters, friends—lifting each other up.
So, here’s to all of us stepping into 2025 with a little more grit, a little more authenticity, and a whole lot of love for the women who make it all worthwhile. Because if the Golden Globes taught us anything this year, it’s this: when women win, we all win. And maybe, just maybe, it’s okay to cry about it too.
