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Judd Apatow Ends 10-Year Golden Globe Boycott

1/12/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Judd Apatow presented the Best Director award to Paul Thomas Anderson at the Golden Globes, ending a 10-year boycott.
Apatow joked about past grievances after Trainwreck lost to Ridley Scott's The Martian and noted COVID-19 while hoping the gesture signaled respect from the Globes.
Apatow has one Golden Globe nomination for co-writing the song Walk Hard from Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story.

History

Historical Context

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) faced significant backlash in 2021 for its lack of diversity, prompting boycotts from major studios and celebrities. The 79th Golden Globe Awards were held privately in January 2022 due to these controversies and the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2023, the HFPA restructured into a for-profit entity, signaling a commitment to inclusivity and accountability in the awards process.

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Story summary

Judd Apatow presented the Best Director award to Paul Thomas Anderson at the Golden Globes, ending a 10-year boycott.
Apatow joked about past grievances after Trainwreck lost to Ridley Scott's The Martian and noted COVID-19 while hoping the gesture signaled respect from the Globes.
Apatow has one Golden Globe nomination for co-writing the song Walk Hard from Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story.

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