Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan’s Emotional Golden Globes Speeches
Last night’s Golden Globes felt like it dragged on forever but there were some truly amazing moments. Two of which came from cast members from Everything, Everywhere All At Once. Michelle…
Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan attends the 80th Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 10, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California.
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesLast night's Golden Globes felt like it dragged on forever but there were some truly amazing moments. Two of which came from cast members from Everything, Everywhere All At Once. Michelle Yeoh won for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy Motion Picture. The 60-year old icon took a moment to "stand there and take this all in." After 40 years of being an actress, she said, she finally is getting the recognition she deserves. "It's been an amazing journey, an incredible fight to be here today, but I think it's been worth it."
She reminisced on when she first came to Hollywood. "It was a dream come true -- until I got here. I came here and was told, 'You're a minority.' And I'm like, 'No, that's not possible." She noted that people seemed surprised that she could speak English. In response to the comments like that, Yeoh would snap back, "Yeah, the flight here was about 13 hours long, so I learned."
Yeoh spoke on how as when women get older, their opportunities get smaller. But just when she was thinking about hanging up the towel, she received "the best gift": Everything Everywhere All At Once. The piano began to play during Yeoh's epic moment, she told pianist Chloe Flower, "I can beat you up, okay? And that's serious." Continuing on with her speech, Yeoh spoke about the "gift of playing this woman (Evelyn Wang) who resonated so deeply with me and with so many people, because at the end of the day, in whatever universe she was at, she was just fighting -- fighting for love, for her family." Yeoh dedicated her award to those who allowed Yeoh to stand on their shoulders, all who came before her, look like her and all who are going with her on her journey moving forward.
Earlier in the night, her movie husband, Ke Huy Quan won Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture, beating out Brendan Gleeson and Barry Keoghan in The Banshees of Inisherin, Brad Pitt for his role in Babylon and Eddie Redmayne in The Good Nurse. Quan was overcome with emotion as he took the stage Tuesday night in a moment that was so precious and pure. "I was raised to never forget where I came from," the Vietnamese actor began. "And to always remember who gave me my first opportunity: I am so happy to see Steven Spielberg here tonight."
"When I started my career as a child actor in Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, I felt so very lucky to have been chosen," Quan said during his speech. "As I grew older, I started to wonder if that was it -- if that was just luck. For so many years, I was afraid I had nothing more to offer. That no matter what I did, I would never surpass what I achieved as a kid. Thankfully, more than 30 years later, two guys thought of me. They remembered that kid. And they gave me an opportunity to try again. Everything that has happened since has been unbelievable. Dan Kwan, Daniel Scheinert, thank you so, so much for helping me find my answer. You have given me more than I could have ever hoped."
With the success of EEAAO, Quan has been cast to co-star in the second season of Marvel's Loki on Disney+. Yeoh has been cast in the upcoming Avatar sequels, as well as an Agatha Christie mystery film A Haunting in Venice, and Wicked: Part One, to name a few,
2023 Golden Globes Red Carpet Looks: Worst to Best
Kicking off the year's first big red carpet event is the 2023 Golden Globes. The stars put their best feet forward when showing up at the Beverly Hilton Tuesday (January 10) evening. There were more pregnant women than we expected, but they all dressed for two in the best of ways. Take a look below at the best looks of the night, ranked worst to best:
Hilary Swank
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesHilary Swank's dress may be simple, but we are loving the deep green hue and black trails.
Jean Smart
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'Hacks' star stayed chic in this black wrap gown, with satin and velvet finishes.
Eddie Redmayne
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'Good Nurse' actor paired his deep-hued tux with a giant rose, giving it a refreshing pop.
Sebastian Stan
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesStan looks so sharp and intense in this simple black velvet suit.
Ana de Armas
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'Blonde' star wore a patterned, sleek black gown at the event. She stuck to a more structured cut, making her look very classy.
Kaley Cuoco
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesThe 'Flight Attendant' star stuck with a dainty lilac color to show off her softer side, and contrast her dark brown locks.
Anya Taylor-Joy
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesThough this isn't our favorite look of hers, Anya never fails on the red carpet.
Milly Alcock
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesThe 'House of the Dragon' actress also showed her punk side.
Colman Domingo
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesColman's beaded suit offers that little bit of sparkle and pizzazz to a suit that we love.
Adam Scott
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesAdam Scott: we don't think of him being fashionable. But this emerald suit has really impressed us!
Angela Bassett
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'Wakanda Forever' star shined bright like a diamond in this dazzling silver dress, and later won a Globe!
Jamie Lee Curtis
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesCurtis showed off her legend status with this awesome lace cape fit for a scream queen.
Emma D’Arcy
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'House of the Dragon' star kept their edginess on the red carpet, matching their ink blue hair with a pair of blue gloves donned with a blinging ring.
Abby Elliott
Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images'The Bear' actress wore a gorgeous, glimmering copper gown while showing off her baby bump.
Lily James
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesWhat a suiting color for the actress who portrayed Pamela Anderson in the Hulu limited series. We love how the gown hugs her figure yet offers so much depth with the trailing fabric.
Tyler James Williams
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesWe love TJW's tye-dye/denim effect that his blue suit is giving us! Who knew he had it in him?
Jennifer Coolidge
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'White Lotus' superstar looked like a siren in this black, glimmering gown. She paired the look with an Old Hollywood hairstyle, and it really wraps the look together.
Janelle James
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesAll the 'Abbott Elementary' women looked so classy and beautiful at the red carpet. Janelle looked incredible in this form-fitting gown.
Quinta Brunson
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesQuinta's black and pink mermaid gown is cute and sparky, just like her.
Felicitas Rombold and Daniel Brühl
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesBrühl's wife Felicitas totally outshone him in this gorgeous white gown. The train of her dress offsets the dainty and sexy corset top.
Sheryl Lee Ralph
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesSheryl Lee Ralph does not come to play! She has been slaying the red carpet game and at the Golden Globes, she paired her indigo-chained dress with long, sleek locks.
Letitia Wright
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesWe are loving how the 'Wakanda Forever' actress' dress is like a piece of abstract art!
Bailey Bass
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesThe 'Avatar' actress looked like a princess in this soft, champagne-colored gown. She really let her youth shine through.
Natasha Lyonne
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesWe are so shocked at this elegant version of Natasha, when we are so used to her chaotic 'Russian Doll' character. We are LIVING for these rings over her gloves!
Heidi Klum
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesHeidi looks as though she won a pageant, but took things to a high-fashion level when her "sash" is an ombre-purple feather boa.
Billy Porter
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesJust when we think Billy Porter can't outdo himself, he outdoes himself. We love how unique this velvet, raspberry-colored suit-train lays on the red carpet!
Donald Glover
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesGlover brought his most dapper Hugh Hefner energy with this all-white lux robe style with a blazer thrown on top.
Michelle Williams
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesWe cannot resist a whimsical organza gown like this one. Wearable art is so fun!
Nicole Byer
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe messy updo pairs really well with this sparkling black gown Nicole Byer wore to the Golden Globes
Julia Garner
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'Ozark' actress' short, sleek platinum hair takes her pretty in punk gown next-level.
Niecy Nash
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesNiecy Nash knows how to rock those regal colors, showing up in this gorgeous crystal-encrusted gown paired with a cloud-like cape.
Barry Keoghan
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesWe need all men to take notes from the 'Banshees of Inisherin' actor -- seriously. This pale, steely colored suit is really pleasing to the eye and perfect for January. Paired with what is giving the effect of an ascot, and we have an amazing outfit.
Daisy Edgar-Jones
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThough the 'Where The Crawdads Sing' actress looks like a deer in headlights, her gown captures a sexy, dark elegance.
Michelle Yeoh
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe legend herself looks so young and fresh in this sparkling blue suit, she looks as if she's about to hit the stage to thousands of screaming fans.
Jeremy Pope
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesWe are loving the punk elements sprinkled in with the classy Golden Globes. The 'Inspection' actor mixes both elements seamlessly. Now that is a serve!
Jessica Chastain
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesThe ever-fashionable, ever-gorgeous actress wore this sexy, elegant caged crystal gown that was lined with a nude fabric.
