The 31st Annual Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards took place on February 23, 2025, at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, celebrating outstanding achievements in film and television. Hosted by Kristen Bell, the evening was filled with memorable moments, surprise victories, and heartfelt speeches.
Major Winners
Timothée Chalamet secured the award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown. Expressing genuine surprise, Chalamet remarked, “I was not expecting this at all.”
Demi Moore won Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role for The Substance. In her speech, Moore reflected on her career and the inspiration she draws from her peers, stating, “My fellow actors are my greatest teachers.”
“Conclave” triumphed with the award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture. Ralph Fiennes, accepting on behalf of the ensemble, emphasized the importance of community in filmmaking.
“Shōgun” dominated the television categories, winning Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series. Hiroyuki Sanada, honored as Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series, expressed gratitude for the recognition, highlighting the universal language of acting.
Jane Fonda’s Lifetime Achievement
The legendary Jane Fonda received the SAG Life Achievement Award. In her impassioned acceptance speech, Fonda addressed current socio-political issues, stating, “Woke just means you give a damn about other people.”
Notable Moments
Kristen Bell delivered a dynamic performance as host, showcasing multiple elegant outfits and engaging the audience with humor and grace.
Selena Gomez, accepting the award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series for “Only Murders in the Building,” humorously noted the absence of co-stars Steve Martin and Martin Short, jesting, “They don’t really care.”
The 2025 SAG Awards highlighted the diverse and exceptional talent within the entertainment industry, setting the stage for the upcoming Academy Awards.
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