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Erin Doherty Wins Golden Globe, Swears, Advocates for Mental Health

1/12/2026

Summary

Story summary

Erin Doherty won the 2026 Golden Globes Best Supporting Actress for playing Briony Ariston in the Netflix series Adolescence.
In her acceptance speech, she swore despite promising her mum she wouldn't, and CBS's bleep failed to mask the line.
Doherty dedicated the award to therapists, highlighting the importance of mental health.
Adolescence also won multiple awards, including Best Limited Series, signaling critical acclaim and discussion of serious topics.

History

Historical Context

The 2026 Golden Globes underscored mental health awareness, building on the 1963 establishment of the National Institute of Mental Health, which allocated $1.5 billion for research. Erin Doherty's win for "Adolescence" reflects a cultural shift towards embracing mental health narratives, paralleling the increasing visibility of mental health discussions in media and society, marking a significant step towards greater acceptance and understanding of these issues.

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Story summary

Erin Doherty won the 2026 Golden Globes Best Supporting Actress for playing Briony Ariston in the Netflix series Adolescence.
In her acceptance speech, she swore despite promising her mum she wouldn't, and CBS's bleep failed to mask the line.
Doherty dedicated the award to therapists, highlighting the importance of mental health.
Adolescence also won multiple awards, including Best Limited Series, signaling critical acclaim and discussion of serious topics.

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