The upcoming 2026 Golden Globes promises to be a groundbreaking event, particularly for Afro-Latina representation in film. Tessa Thompson has made history as the first Afro-Latina nominee for Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama for her role in the film Hedda.
Historic Nomination for Tessa Thompson
Thompson’s nomination highlights significant progress within the film industry regarding diversity and representation. She joins the ranks of other notable Latina actresses who have previously been recognized for their performances. Among them are:
- Fernanda Torres for I’m Still Here
- Ana de Armas for Blonde
- Salma Hayek for Frida
- Fernanda Montenegro for Central Station
Rise of Other Talented Actors
In addition to Thompson, Wagner Moura has made history as the first Brazilian man nominated for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama for his role in The Secret Agent. He shares this category with Oscar Isaac, who is nominated for Frankenstein.
About Hedda
Hedda offers a modern and queer reimagining of Henrik Ibsen’s classic play, directed by Nia DaCosta. The film examines societal stereotypes and expectations during an intense party scene.
Acknowledging Other Nominees
This year’s Golden Globes also features nominations from the Latinx community, including:
- Benicio del Toro for Best Supporting Actor in One Battle After Another
- Guillermo del Toro for Best Director with Frankenstein
Frankenstein is also nominated for Best Motion Picture – Drama, while The Secret Agent is competing in the Best Motion Picture – Non-English Language category.
Television Nominations
In the realm of television, several performers from the community have garnered nominations. Recognized actors include:
- Diego Luna for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Series – Drama for Andor
- Selena Gomez for Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for Only Murders in the Building
- Jenna Ortega for her role in Wednesday, nominated in the same category as Gomez
Event Details
The 2026 Golden Globes, the 83rd Annual ceremony, will take place on Sunday, January 11, 2026. The event will be broadcast live on CBS and will be available for streaming on Paramount+.
