January 6, 2025: Demi Moore made a triumphant return to the Golden Globe stage on Sunday, winning the Best Female Actor in a Comedy or Musical for her performance in The Substance. The 62-year-old actress, who has been in the industry for over 45 years, was visibly moved by the win and delivered an emotional acceptance speech that resonated deeply with the audience.
In her speech, Moore shared her shock at receiving the award, acknowledging that despite her long and illustrious career, this was the first time she had won anything as an actor. “I’m just so humbled and so grateful,” she said, as she thanked the crowd for their support.
Moore also reflected on her career journey, recalling a moment from 30 years ago when a producer dismissed her as a “popcorn actress”—a label that she internalized for many years. “At that time, I made that mean that this wasn’t something that I was allowed to have,” she explained. “That I could do movies that were successful, that made a lot of money, but that I couldn’t be acknowledged.” She admitted that this belief “corroded” her over time, leading her to question if her career was nearing its end.
However, Moore shared that a turning point came when she received the script for The Substance, a bold, out-of-the-box film that reinvigorated her passion for acting. “The universe told me that you’re not done,” she said, expressing how the role reminded her that she still had more to give.
Her speech took on an empowering tone as she spoke about the insecurities we all face, particularly in moments when we feel we are “not smart enough, pretty enough, skinny enough, or successful enough.” Moore emphasized that these feelings of inadequacy don’t define us, and celebrated her win as “a marker of my wholeness.” She added a poignant piece of advice that had been shared with her: “Just know you will never be enough, but you can know the value of your worth if you just put down the measuring stick.”
Moore closed her speech with heartfelt gratitude: “Today, I celebrate this as a marker of my wholeness and of the love that is driving me and for the gift of doing something I love and being reminded that I do belong. Thank you so much.”
This Golden Globe win marks Moore’s third nomination but her first win in many years. She was last nominated for her role in Ghost (1990) and the TV movie If These Walls Could Talk (1996). With The Substance, Moore proved that, even after decades in the industry, her talent and relevance are undeniable.
Moore’s victory was a powerful moment, not just for her but for all who have ever struggled with self-doubt, reinforcing that it is never too late to embrace one’s worth and continue to evolve in both personal and professional life.
The emotional moment of Demi Moore accepting her Golden Globe was beautifully captured in a video posted to Instagram by her close friends Amanda De Cadenet and Eric Buterbaugh, as well as by her three daughters—Rumer, 36, Scout, 33, and Tallulah, 30. The video shows the overwhelming joy and pride on the faces of her loved ones as they cheered for Moore’s historic win.
It was a poignant moment not just for Moore but also for her family, who were there to witness her breakthrough moment after decades in the industry. Her daughters, who have always been incredibly supportive of their mother’s career, shared in the celebration of her recognition.
The warmth and love captured in the video truly reflected the significance of Moore’s win—both as an artist and as a woman who has navigated challenges and emerged stronger. This moment will likely be remembered as a milestone not only in her career but also in her personal journey, with her family by her side to celebrate her success.
