Owen Cooper Becomes Youngest Supporting Actor Winner at Golden Globes

The ‘Adolescence’ breakout star completes a historic sweep of the Emmy, Critics’ Choice, and Golden Globe awards; Cooper beat out veterans like Billy Crudup and Jason Isaacs to secure the win.

January 12, 2026: The 83rd Golden Globe Awards witnessed a record-shattering moment on Sunday, January 11, 2026, as 16-year-old Owen Cooper took home the trophy for Best Supporting Actor in a TV Series.

The Irish-British newcomer, who captivated global audiences as the troubled Jamie Miller in Netflix’s Adolescence, is now the youngest-ever recipient in this category.

He surpassed the long-standing record held by Glee star Chris Colfer, who was 20 when he won in 2010.

Cooper also becomes the second-youngest male Golden Globe winner in history, trailing only Ricky Schroder (The Champ, 1980).

The “Only Boy” in the Room: A Risk That Paid Off

Taking the stage at the Beverly Hilton, an emotional Cooper reflected on his rapid rise from a Warrington drama club to Hollywood royalty.

The “Embarrassing” Start: “I took a risk and I went to drama classes. I was the only boy there—it was embarrassing, but I got through it,” he shared, drawing warm laughter from the A-list audience.
The Apprentice: Despite his historic “triple crown” sweep (Emmy, Critics’ Choice, and Golden Globe), Cooper remained humble: “I’m still very much an apprentice. I’m still learning every day from the people sitting in front of me who inspire me.”
The Tribute: He concluded his speech with a nod to his hometown roots and his favorite football club, Liverpool FC, saying, “Bring on 2026. You’ll never walk alone.”

‘Adolescence’: The Show That Changed Everything

Produced by Stephen Graham, who also stars as Jamie’s father, the four-part limited series has become a cultural phenomenon.

The Performance: Cooper’s portrayal of a 13-year-old accused of murdering a classmate was filmed in demanding one-shot takes, a feat rarely attempted by seasoned actors, let alone a debutant.
The Supporting Cast: The series also saw wins for Stephen Graham (Best Actor in a Limited Series) and Erin Doherty (Best Supporting Actress), while the show itself won Best Limited Series.

Accolades & Future Projects

With his win on Sunday, Cooper has officially become the youngest male actor to achieve a back-to-back sweep of the industry’s most prestigious television awards.

Award Ceremony	Category	Result
77th Emmy Awards (2025)	Outstanding Supporting Actor	Winner
31st Critics’ Choice (2026)	Best Supporting Actor	Winner
83rd Golden Globes (2026)	Best Supporting Actor – TV	Winner
SAG-AFTRA Actor Awards	Outstanding Male Actor – TV Movie	Pending