At a Glance
- Seth Rogen won Best Actor in a Comedy Series at the 2026 Golden Globes for The Studio
- His Apple TV+ show features an episode set at the Golden Globes
- Rogen joked he created the series just to hold a fake trophy
- Why it matters: Life imitated art as Rogen’s on-screen moment became reality
Seth Rogen turned fiction into reality at the 2026 Golden Globes, winning Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for his role in The Studio. The victory carried extra weight because the Apple TV+ series includes an episode set during the Golden Globes ceremony.
The Ironic Victory
“This is so weird. We just pretended to do this. And now it’s happening,” Rogen said during his acceptance speech at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 11, 2026. The 43-year-old actor expressed his disbelief at the situation, adding that he “thought the only way I would get to hold one is to create a whole show to give myself a fake one.”
Rogen plays Matt Remick in The Studio, a movie enthusiast who becomes head of a fictional Hollywood studio. The series, which premiered in March 2025, features Rogen as creator, writer and director alongside longtime collaborator Evan Goldberg.
Tough Competition
The actor beat out a strong field of nominees:
- Adam Brody – Nobody Wants This
- Steve Martin – Only Murders in the Building
- Glen Powell – Chad Powers
- Martin Short – Only Murders in the Building
- Jeremy Allen White – The Bear
Rogen paid tribute to his fellow nominees, particularly comedy legends Martin and Short. “I remember growing up watching you guys my whole life, thinking one day I’m going to beat them,” he quipped, drawing laughter from the audience.
The Studio’s Success
The 10-episode first season features an impressive cast including Dave Franco, Zoë Kravitz, Martin Scorsese, Ice Cube and Adam Scott. The show has been renewed for a second season and received multiple nominations, including Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy.
Catherine O’Hara also earned recognition for her performance in the series. Rogen thanked his co-stars during his speech, specifically mentioning Chase Sui Wonders, O’Hara and Kathryn Hahn.
Other Notable Nominees
Adam Brody’s Hot Rabbi Role
Brody, 46, plays Noah in Netflix’s Nobody Wants This, opposite Kristen Bell as Joanne. The series follows an unexpected romance between a rabbi and a sex podcaster. The show debuted in September 2024 and recently completed its second successful season.
Only Murders in the Building Phenomenon
Steve Martin, 80, and Martin Short, 75, continue their success with Only Murders in the Building, now in its fifth season. Martin previously indicated this might be his final acting project. The show has been renewed for season 6, with Martin, Short and co-star Selena Gomez all receiving nominations.
Glen Powell’s Transformation
Powell, 37, stars in and co-created Chad Powers, playing a former quarterback who disguises himself to resurrect his football career. The series premiered in September 2025, requiring Powell to undergo significant physical transformation for the role.
Jeremy Allen White’s Double Nomination
White, 34, received nominations for both The Bear and his portrayal of Bruce Springsteen in Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere. He previously won three consecutive victories in this category at the 2025 Golden Globes.
Awards Ceremony Details
The 83rd annual Golden Globe Awards took place at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, airing on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Key Takeaways
- Seth Rogen’s win blurred the line between fiction and reality
- The Studio continues its successful run with multiple nominations
- Veteran comedians Martin and Short maintain their awards presence
- The comedy series category featured diverse storytelling approaches
