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    Golden Moments

    Texas triumphs and more indelible bits from tame 2015 Golden Globes

    Alex Bentley
    Jan 11, 2015 | 11:56 pm

    Despite being around for 72 years, the Golden Globe Awards have been and likely always will be the redheaded stepchild of awards season. They’re rarely a harbinger for awards to come, mostly because they’re voted on by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association instead of industry professionals, and because they do things like shoehorn Birdman into the Best Comedy/Musical category.

    But they’re usually the most entertaining of the awards shows, because the stars have no reservations about guzzling multiple drinks, leading to some truly delightful moments. Returning as co-hosts for the third and last time were Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, two former Saturday Night Live cast members whose bond only seems to grow stronger as the years go along.

    The co-hosts were not as biting with their quips as they have been the past two years, but they still got off a few great zingers. On Patricia Arquette’s nominated role in Boyhood, which she shot over 12 years, they noted that this proves there are still great roles for women over 40, as long as they’re hired before they turn 40.

    And they went after George Clooney yet again, pointing out that his wife, Amal Alamuddin, has accomplished a tremendous amount in her non-Hollywood career, yet it was Clooney who received the lifetime achievement award.

    But they reserved their most shocking jokes for Bill Cosby — no surprise given Fey’s history at jabbing the comedian for the rape allegations against him. No recap does their jokes justice, so here’s the video instead:


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    However, once they got past the opening monologue, Fey and Poehler turned relatively tame, and the usually raucous awards show seemed to follow suit. There was not one boozy presenter or award winner, save for the reliably naughty Ricky Gervais, although even he seemed to censor himself.

    That doesn’t mean the night was devoid of memorable moments. Among ones worth remembering:

    • A standing ovation for, of all people, HFPA president Theo Kingman after he proclaimed the HFPA’s support of free speech in the wake of the Charlie Hebdo shootings.
    • Rapper Common, who co-starred in Selma, gave an eloquent speech honoring the civil rights fight that continues to this day.
    • Two other SNL alums, Kristen Wiig and Bill Hader, who co-starred in The Skeleton Twins, were as funny as always when they presented the award for best screenplay.
    • Kevin Spacey, who had been nominated seven previous times before winning this year for his role on House of Cards, tested the censors with the line, “This is the eighth time I’ve been nominated. I can’t believe I f---ing won one.”
    • Michael Keaton delivered the most personal speech of the night after winning Best Actor, Comedy/Musical for Birdman, revealing intimate personal details. In paying tribute to his parents and his upbringing, he said his name is really Michael John Douglas, a fact many were sure not to know. He also had the line of the night while choking back tears: “My best friend is kind, intelligent, funny, talented, considerate, thoughtful … did I say kind? He also happens to be my son, Sean.” Keaton may or may not get to deliver another speech this awards season, so it was a pleasure getting a peek inside his soul, if only for a minute or two.

    Boyhood was the big winner of the night, taking home three awards, including Best Supporting Actress for Arquette, Best Director for Richard Linklater and Best Picture, Drama. Birdman seemed destined for a similar trio of awards after winning for Best Screenplay and Best Actor, but The Grand Budapest Hotel, from Texan Wes Anderson, surprisingly won for Best Picture, Comedy/Musical.

    Other winners on the movie side included J.K. Simmons for Best Supporting Actor in Whiplash; Amy Adams for Best Actress, Comedy/Musical for Big Eyes; Eddie Redmayne for Best Actor, Drama in The Theory of Everything; and Julianne Moore for Best Actress, Drama in Still Alice.

    On the television side, the Amazon series Transparent made a splash by winning Best Comedy/Musical and Best Actor for Jeffrey Tambor. Showtime’s The Affair won for Best Drama, and Ruth Wilson was honored as Best Actress.

    On a local note, Second Thought Theatre alum Allison Tolman, who was nominated for her role in Fargo, was front and center when the series won for Best TV Movie/Mini-Series.

    Patricia Arquette won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture for Boyhood.

    Patricia Arquette at the 2015 Golden Globe Awards
      
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    Patricia Arquette won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture for Boyhood.
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    ACMs in DFW

    A country music fan's 10 top takeaways from 2025 ACM Awards in Frisco

    Celestina Blok
    May 9, 2025 | 2:30 pm
    Ella Langley
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    "It girl" Ella Langley led ACM nominations with eight nods

    For the third year in a row, the Academy of Country Music Awards took place at The Ford Center at The Star in Frisco. Held on Thursday, May 8, the 60th edition of the star-studded event – considered the granddaddy country music awards – was hosted by the legendary Reba McEntire and featured performances by 26 artists, including Lainey Wilson, Eric Church, Jelly Roll, Chris Stapleton, and Zach Top.

    The show was broadcast live on Prime Video in 240-plus countries (and is still available for streaming).

    Locally, it drew 13,000 spectators, and for the first time, I got to be one of them. A longtime country music fan, I threw on my best awards show outfit made "black tie country" (the recommended attire) with tall white boots and trekked from Fort Worth to Frisco for the chance to be part of action.

    Before we get to the winners in 15 categories, here are some "insidery" observations and notable takeaways from experiencing the big event in person.

    1. Classic country is making a comeback
    There’s no doubt about it: Country music fans are craving classic country music. After years of “bro country” dominating the airways with its hip-hop influenced, party-focused lyrics, a new appreciation of '80s, '90s, and early 2000s country sounds have emerged, as evidenced by the excitement for numerous performances and appearances by big acts from those eras.

    The show opened with a 12-minute all-star set featuring ACM Songs of the Year from past decades, including Reba McEntire singing “Okie from Muskogee,” Clint Black singing “Rhinestone Cowboy,” Wynonna Judd singing “Why Not Me," and Garland native LeAnn Rimes singing her 1996 hit "Blue."

    Zach Top, a 27 year-old newcomer touted for his authentic (and unapologetic) '90s country sound, won New Male Artist of the Year. And '90s country icons Brooks & Dunn, whose last two album releases were simply reboots of their classic hits with new artist collaborations, won Duo of the Year.

    LeAnn RimesGarland native LeAnn Rimes sings "Blue" as part of the opening of the 2025 ACM Awards in Frisco.Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images

    2. Jelly Roll is the new Ryan Seacrest
    With several recent chart-topping hits, including “Need a Favor,” “Son of a Sinner,” “I Am Not Okay,” “Liar,” and his duet with Lainey Wilson, “Save Me,” the former rapper from Tennessee has found a home in the country music scene. ACM Awards nominations for Jelly Roll included Entertainer of the Year, Album of the Year, and Male Artist of the Year.

    Radio personality Bobby Bones, who hosted backstage interviews with artists during ACM Awards show breaks, gave the rising country music star a new title.

    “You’re like the tattooed faced Ryan Seacrest at this point,” said Bones. “You’re everywhere.”

    He’s also everywhere in Dallas-Fort Worth right now.

    Thousands descended on Billy Bob’s Texas on Tuesday, May 6 (myself included) for Jelly Roll & Friends, a benefit concert held ahead of the ACM Awards that benefited ACM Lifting Lives. He performed “Amen” at the ACMs with Shaboozy and a 16-member choir and is also scheduled to perform with Post Malone at AT&T Stadium on Friday, May 9.

    Jelly RollJelly Roll performs onstage during Jelly Roll & Friends at Billy Bob's Texas in Fort Worth on May 6.Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images

    3. Alan Jackson is the GOAT
    If there was a tear-jerking moment during the ACM Awards, it was Alan Jackson’s performance of 2003 hit, “Remember When.” Written by Jackson himself, the love song recounts decades of memories with his wife, Denise. The relatable lyrics (“Remember when, thirty seemed so old, now looking back, it's just a stepping stone”) coupled with close-ups of Jackson’s authentically tender facial expressions resulted in not one dry eye in The Ford Center.

    The ACMs debuted the inaugural Alan Jackson Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of Jackson’s achievements and enduring legacy in country music. He’s sold more than 75 million records worldwide, has more than 50 Top 10 hits, and 35 No. 1 singles on the Billboard Country charts. (He also sold out Fort Worth's Dickies Arena back in February with opener Zach Top. I was there, too.)

    Jackson was the first recipient of the new award, which will continue to recognize an iconic artist, duo, or group that has achieved national and international prominence through concert performances, philanthropy, record sales, streaming numbers, and public representation.

    4. Girl power was big
    It was a night for the ladies at the 60th ACM Awards, with females taking the crown for numerous coveted categories. (See below.) The award for Female Artist of the Year went to Lainey Wilson and was presented by five past winners of the category including Martina McBride, Gretchen Wilson, Sara Evans, Crystal Gayle, and Wynonna Judd.

    Electrifying female performances included New Female Artist of the Year Winner Ella Langley, and Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert and Lainey Wilson, who together sang their upcoming track, “Trailblazer,” for the first time exclusively on the ACM stage.

    Lainey Wilson, ACM AwardsLainey Wilson, winner of the Entertainer of the Year and several other ACM Awards.Photo by Omar Vega/Getty Images

    5. Morgan Wallen was a no-show, again
    For a guy who’s arguably the biggest superstar in country music right now (he sold out back-to-back shows at AT&T Stadium last year), Morgan Wallen has made clear he’s not a fan of awards shows. Despite being up for seven nominations, including Entertainer of the Year, the 31 year-old Tennessee native was notably absent at the 60th ACM Awards.

    He also skipped last year’s awards, along with the 2025 Grammy Awards. He was apparently hanging with Tom Brady instead. Just before those ACM Awards were set to begin, Wallen posted a photo of himself and the legendary NFL quarterback tossing a football on a golf course reportedly in Ireland. Two years ago, he was set to star in an ACM Lifting Lives fundraiser and withdrew the night before.

    6. Brooks & Dunn can get a crowd out of their seat
    Further proving fans are nostalgic for classic country hits, perhaps the most energetic performance of the evening was the collaboration between Brooks & Dunn and Cody Johnson for Brooks & Dunn’s “Red Dirt Road.” Stars and spectators alike danced out of their seats during the 2003 hit. No wonder they get asked back, again and again, to red-hot DFW events like Cattle Baron's Ball and the Texas Rangers' Tex Gala.

    Brooks & Dunn, ACM AwardsKix Brooks (right) and Ronnie Dunn, winners of the Duo Of The Year Award, pose in the press room during the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards.Photo by Omar Vega/Getty Images

    7. Jerry Jones arrived via helicopter
    Decked-out fans walking into The Ford Center before the ACM Awards were greeted big the loud arrival (and later, takeoff) of Jerry Jones’ helicopter. The Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager is known to make flamboyant entrances via his preferred method of transportation around town. The Ford Center is the official practice center of the Dallas Cowboys, and it’s through a partnership with Jones that the ACM Awards have been hosted there since 2023.

    8. The ACM Awards have a signature drink
    Attendees of the 60th ACM Awards could order a specialty cocktail called the Boot & Berry Fizz. Made with Western Son Strawberry Vodka, the fruity concoction included elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, simple syrup, and a splash of club soda.

    9. Ella Langley is the new country music “It” girl
    With five big wins, including Single of the Year for her duet with Riley Green, “You Look Like You Love Me,” Alabama native Ella Langley shined at the ACM Awards. She had two performances during the event and was also the most nominated with eight nods. At 26 years old, Langley’s just getting started.

    10. Backstreet Boys and Rascal Flatts are the duo we didn’t know we needed
    In an over-the-top finale complete with fireworks and ticker tape, the ACM Awards ended with a surprising collab between '90s boy band icons Backstreet Boys and the recently reunited Rascal Flatts. The two groups meshed performances that included “What Hurts the Most,” “I Dare You,” “Larger Than Life,” and “Life is a Highway." The jam-packed set kept the crowd dancing until the very last second - including myself, despite my plans to beat the rush.

    Here is full list of winners in the 15 categories voted on by Academy members:

    ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR
    Lainey Wilson

    FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
    Lainey Wilson

    MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
    Chris Stapleton

    DUO OF THE YEAR
    Brooks & Dunn

    GROUP OF THE YEAR
    Old Dominion

    NEW FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
    Ella Langley

    NEW MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
    Zach Top

    NEW DUO OR GROUP OF THE YEAR
    The Red Clay Strays

    ALBUM OF THE YEAR
    Whirlwind – Lainey Wilson

    SINGLE OF THE YEAR
    “You Look Like You Love Me” – Ella Langley, Riley Green

    SONG OF THE YEAR
    “Dirt Cheap” – Cody Johnson

    VISUAL MEDIA OF THE YEAR
    “you look like you love me” - Ella Langley, Riley Green

    SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR
    Jessie Jo Dillon

    ARTIST-SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR
    Lainey Wilson

    MUSIC EVENT OF THE YEAR
    “You Look Like You Love Me” - Ella Langley, Riley Green

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    "It girl" Ella Langley led ACM nominations with eight nods

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