Ludwig Göransson has achieved a significant milestone by winning the Best Original Score award for his work on the film ‘Sinners’ at the 2026 Golden Globe Awards. This victory marks his second win at the Golden Globes and is part of his impressive six nominations throughout his career.
Competition Overview
In this year’s category, Göransson faced strong competition from notable composers:
- Alexandre Desplat for ‘Frankenstein’
- Jonny Greenwood for ‘One Battle After Another’
- Kangding Ray for ‘Sirāt’
- Max Richter for ‘Hamnet’
- Hans Zimmer for ‘F1’
Televised Ceremony Changes
Notably, Göransson’s acceptance speech was not broadcast during the live ceremony. CBS and Paramount+ decided to remove the Best Original Score category from the televised program, citing time constraints. This decision occurred despite the addition of new categories, including the Best Podcast Award and Cinematic and Box Office Achievement.
Industry Reactions
Composer Hans Zimmer expressed his disappointment regarding the category’s exclusion from the broadcast. He stated, “It feels a little bit ignorant.” Zimmer emphasized the essential role composers play in filmmaking, noting the significant journey directors undergo before reaching the musical stage of production.
Other Awards Highlights
During the event, the award for Best Original Song was awarded to the writers of the hit track “Golden” from the film ‘Kpop Demon Hunters.’ The accomplished team behind this song includes:
- Ejae
- Joong Gyu Kwak
- Yu Han Lee
- Hee Dong Nam
- Jeong Hoon Seo
- Park Hong Jun
- Mark Sonnenblick
The nominees for Best Original Song included talented artists such as Miley Cyrus and Mark Ronson, Stephen Schwartz, and Nick Cave, among others.
Golden Globes Legacy
Last year, Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross won Best Original Score for their contributions to the film ‘Challengers’. Additionally, significant recognition was given to Camille and Clément Ducol for the song “El Mal” in ‘Emilia Pérez’.
The 2026 Golden Globe Awards underscored the vital impact of music in film, celebrating outstanding contributions while also sparking discussions about recognition in the industry.
