Los Angeles – January 19, 2026 – Teyana Taylor delivered one of the most moving acceptance speeches of the 2026 Golden Globes, bringing the audience to tears after winning her first-ever Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture.

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The multi-talented singer, actress, and dancer took home the award for her powerful role as Perfidia Beverly Hills in Paul Thomas Anderson’s acclaimed film One Battle After Another.

The movie, a dark comedy-action thriller starring Leonardo DiCaprio, earned nine Golden Globe nominations—the most of any film—and grossed over $206 million worldwide.

Taylor, 35, was visibly overwhelmed as she accepted the trophy from presenters Jennifer Garner and Amanda Seyfried. She started with humor, turning to show off her outfit’s “party in the back,” before getting emotional.

“Oh my God, I almost didn’t even write a speech because I didn’t think I would get this,” she said, her voice cracking. “My babies upstairs watching, y’all better be off them damn phones and watching me right now!”

She thanked God, her faith journey, director Paul Thomas Anderson (“Thank you for your vision, your trust and your brilliance”), the cast including DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio del Toro, Regina Hall, and the crew. “None of this is taken lightly,” she added.

The highlight came in her heartfelt message to Black women and girls: “To my brown sisters and little brown girls watching tonight, our softness is not a liability. Our depth is not too much. Our light does not need permission to shine. We belong in every room we walk into, our voices matter, and our dreams deserve space.”

The speech quickly went viral, praised as empowering and inspiring. Fans called it “the speech every Black girl needs to hear,” with many noting its focus on self-worth and representation.

Taylor also addressed recent backlash over her character’s portrayal being labeled “oversexualized,” pushing back in interviews by saying the role was complex and not defined by that.

Adding to the joy, Beyoncé sent Taylor a bouquet of white roses with a personal note: “Teyana, I’m so beyond proud of you.” Taylor shared the sweet gesture on social media, saying it meant the world and that she loves making Beyoncé proud.

This win marks a major career milestone for Taylor, who has transitioned from music and dance to acclaimed acting (including her breakout in A Thousand and One). One Battle After Another continues to dominate awards season buzz, positioning Taylor as a strong contender for upcoming honors like the Oscars.

Teyana Taylor’s Golden Globes moment wasn’t just a personal victory—it was a powerful reminder of representation, resilience, and shining unapologetically. Congratulations to this trailblazer!

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