Adrien Brody breaks down during the Golden Globes

American actor Adrien Brody grew visibly emotional as he received his award for Best Dramatic Movie Actor at the 2025 Golden Globes.

The Brutalist star took the opportunity to give his thanks to his girlfriend, Georgina Chapman.

"To my beautiful and amazing partner Georgina, your generosity of spirit, your own resilience, your immense creativity are a daily reminder of how to be." he declared.

He continued, "I would not be standing here before you if it wasn't for you. There was a time not too long ago that I felt that this may never be a moment afforded to me again, so thank you."

He also went on to express his gratitude towards his parents, "Oh my goodness, you always hold me up. I often credit my mother for her influence on me as an artist but dad, you are the foundation of this family, and all the love I receive flows back to you.”

He explained his personal connection to The Brutalist and the struggles faced by his ancestors, "This story is really the character's journey is very reminiscent of my mother's and my ancestral journey of fleeing the horrors of war coming to this great country and you know, I owe so much to my mother and my grandparents for their sacrifice.”

"Although I do not know fully how to express all of the challenges that you have faced and experienced and the many people who have struggled immigrating to this country, I hope that this work stands to lift you up and to give you a voice,” he added.

Adrien Brody concluded with a heartfelt, “I'm so grateful. I will cherish this moment forever, thank you."