The 82nd Golden Globes red carpet delivered a wide array of fashion moments that had fans talking. From Zendaya and Demi Moore to Ariana Grande and Benny Blanco, find out which stars were showered with praise and who faced harsh criticism from social media users.
On January 5, some of Hollywood’s biggest stars gathered at The Beverly Hilton in California for the prestigious Golden Globe Awards. Known for celebrating artistic achievements, the event is also famous for its glamorous red-carpet moments.
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Demi Moore at the red carpet of the closing ceremony at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival on May 25, 2024, in France. | Source: Getty Images
As celebrities strutted down the red carpet, their outfits became the center of attention, sparking praise, debate, and criticism. While some stars dazzled with their sophisticated style, others left fans less impressed.
Zendaya at the Louis Vuitton Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 show during Paris Fashion Week on October 2, 2023, in France. | Source: Getty Images
The actress made a dazzling entrance in a sleek metallic gown that radiated timeless elegance. The strapless dress featured a sculpted neckline and a shimmering, champagne-colored fabric that hugged her frame.
Her simple yet sophisticated styling, paired with diamond jewelry and soft waves, highlighted her natural beauty and ageless charm. Fans on social media couldn’t get enough of her look. Many were quick to point out how incredible Moore looked at 62, praising her for defying age expectations.
“She is so beautiful at her age!” one person shared. Another typed, “She’s in her 60’s [sic] 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥” and a third added, “Can’t believe this is how 62yr old look like😍 [sic].”
Demi Moore during the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards. | Source: Getty Images
“Congrats Demi — she looks amazing ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️,” someone else commented. Another person added, “Her dress is amazing.” Another social media user shared in part, “Demi wins best dressed.”
Demi Moore | Source: Getty Images
Zendaya turned heads in a copper-orange satin gown with a modern twist. The strapless dress featured a structured bodice and a dramatic bustle detail in the back, accentuating her figure and channeling vintage Hollywood vibes.
Paired with a emerald necklace and voluminous retro curls, her look was nothing short of show-stopping. Her ensemble quickly made her one of the most talked-about stars of the evening.
Social media users were in awe of the actress’s timeless yet bold look, with many praising her ability to embody Old Hollywood glamor. “She has that perfect old Hollywood glamor,” one person shared.
Another user commented, “Her stylist never fails on the red carpet. Beautiful.” A third added, “That dress was fabulous!! Perfect colour [sic] for her!! Wow!!”
Zendaya at the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards. | Source: Getty Images
The admiration continued to pour in from fans. “She’s looking beautiful and gorgeous, girl! 🌹,” someone else wrote. Another added, “She always looks classy!” One social media user declared, “Absolutely stunning! No other woman at the Golden Globes comes even close!”
Fans couldn’t get enough of Zendaya’s flawless look, with another person saying, “That dress was fabulous!! Perfect colour for her!! Wow!!”
Zendaya | Source: Getty Images
Stone made a striking appearance at the Golden Globes, stepping out in a strapless red gown that perfectly highlighted her classic beauty. The dress featured a bold bow detail at the waist, giving it a timeless yet modern touch.
Emma Stone during the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards. | Source: Getty Images
However, it was her daring new pixie cut that stole the show as the chic hairstyle accentuated her features. Fans were quick to shower Stone with praise on social media, with many applauding her fashion-forward look and fresh hairstyle.
“Emma has never looked more beautiful! The new hairstyle shows off her amazing face. Love it!” one fan shared. Another added, “Wow she really pulls the pixie cut off. Doesn’t suit many but it looks amazing.”
The compliments kept coming, with one person commenting, “Julie Burns looks great on her and really brings out her eyes!!” Another chimed in, “Suits her perfectly,” while someone else wrote, “Love it!! She is perfect for this look. Gorgeous.”
Emma Stone | Source: Getty Images
Fans couldn’t get enough of Stone’s bold transformation. “Not many people can pull this hairstyle off, she looks great and younger than before,” one social media user pointed out. Another added, “So cute! Looks like a doll 💖.”
Emma Stone | Source: Getty Images
The “Maria” star wowed in a metallic gown that radiated sophistication and elegance. The intricately detailed dress featured shimmering silver embellishments and sheer panels, complementing her timeless beauty.
Angelina Jolie at the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards. | Source: Getty Images
With her half-up, half-down hairstyle and minimal accessories, Jolie exuded effortless grace on the red carpet. Fans flooded social media with praise for the actress’s stunning look. “Angelina Jolie is always elegant! I love her!! ❤️” one person shared. Another added simply, “Gorgeous.”
Angelina Jolie | Source: Getty Images
“Gosh, what a stunning dress! The details are incredible,” one fan commented. Another person couldn’t hold back their admiration, writing, “She is truly perfection and by far the best-looking person there of the entire Golden Globes. I don’t care what anybody says! Truly beautiful inside and out❤️.”
Angelina Jolie | Source: Getty Images
Kidman dazzled on the red carpet in a show-stopping, backless gown. The silver dress, covered in delicate sparkles, hugged her frame and featured a draped back.
Nicole Kidman at the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards. | Source: Getty Images
With her signature ginger-blonde locks styled in a high ponytail, the actress looked radiant and effortlessly chic, embodying timeless Hollywood glamor.
Nicole Kidman | Source: Getty Images
Fans couldn’t get enough of her look, showering her with praise across social media. “Stunning!!!” one person shared. Another added, “This look is perfection 🤍.” “Best dressed ❤️,” a third user declared, cementing Kidman’s place among the night’s fashion icons.
The Hollywood star made a statement at the 2025 Golden Globes in a golden gown. The unique design featured a draped silhouette with intricate embellishments across the shoulders, complementing her beauty.
Cate Blanchett at the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards. | Source: Getty Images
Her chic blonde bob added a modern twist to the look, making her one of the night’s standout stars. Fans took to social media to express their admiration. “She looks absolutely stunning,” one person shared.
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Cate Blanchett | Source: Getty Images
Another fan added, “I love her dress. So elegant and stunning.” “The best dress I’ve seen by far,” someone else declared, echoing the sentiments of many fans who crowned Blanchett’s look as one of the most memorable outfits of the night.
Cate Blanchett | Source: Getty Images
Kravitz made a memorable fashion statement at the Golden Globes in a sleek black gown with a dramatic plunging neckline and a striking white waistband. The minimalist yet bold design, her slicked-back hair, and diamond earrings added to the overall chic look.
Zoë Kravitz at the 82nd Annual Golden Globes. | Source: Getty Images
Kravitz’s ensemble stood out on the red carpet and fans couldn’t hold back their admiration for her red-carpet appearance. “So chic 🔥,” one user wrote. Another shared, “Perfection — and no opera gloves! 🖤.”
Zoë Kravitz | Source: Getty Images
“Man Zoë always looking so good man, she looks so pretty omg 😍🔥,” a third fan commented, capturing the excitement and admiration many had for her effortlessly stylish look.
Zoë Kravitz | Source: Getty Images
Zoë Kravitz | Source: Getty Images
The musician lands a spot on the list of celebrities who left social media users less than impressed at this year’s Golden Globes.
He attended the event in an all-white suit with subtle textured details paired with brown loafers. His outfit choice and hairstyle drew a lot of attention from fans online, some with divided opinions.
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco during the 82nd Annual Golden Globes. | Source: Getty Images
“He has confidence and doesn’t care what people think about. He’s talented and knows what he wants. He’s not a people pleaser and Selena is learning to be better this way,” one person shared, offering praise for Blanco’s bold self-expression.
However, other social media users were not fans of his appearance. “He really needs to do better with his attire and hair,” someone else commented. Another person wrote, “I can understand why she’s so embarrassed of [sic] him!”
“He’d look so much better with a short haircut. Kinda homeless looking now. No effort,” another person added. A more critical user commented, “Did he take a shower and brush his teeth before go out with her?? 😂😂😂[sic.]”
Grande arrived at the Golden Globes in a strapless light-yellow gown, featuring delicate embellishments across the bodice and paired with white opera gloves.
Ariana Grande at the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards. | Source: Getty Images
Her high ponytail and soft makeup added to the classic style she was going for. However, several viewers shared their disappointment on social media.
One comment read, “The dress doesn’t fit her, and she’s always emotional.” Another user remarked, “What is this? Something very wrong [sic]. It’s a 10-year-old kid.”
Concerns about her appearance continued with comments like, “Poor girl, she is so thin she looks ill,” and “What’s the matter with that poor girl?” Others directed their criticism toward her stylist, saying, “That dress is badly sewn…Her stylist needs to be fired.”
The blonde icon walked the red carpet in a dark-colored outfit. The look featured a fitted black gown, soft makeup, and her signature blonde tresses resting on her shoulders. However, while the outfit might have meant to make a statement, her appearance garnered criticism.
Pamela Anderson at the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards. | Source: Getty Images
Some people took to social media to share their thoughts about her aging process. “She looks older than 57,”wrote one person. Another added, “She did not age well.”
The criticism continued, with one fan stating, “Doesn’t look at all like her!!” Other comments were even more blunt. “Time has not been nice to her,” one user shared.
Someone else wrote, “Looks so different…no one would recognize her if they saw her on the street…” Another social media user added, “She’s really changed her face. Doesn’t even look like her. Sad 😔.” The criticism didn’t end there. “I think she looks about 70,” one person remarked.
Pamela Anderson | Source: Getty Images
Salma Hayek attended the Golden Globes in a form-fitting maroon gown that featured a sequined bodice and a sleek, straight skirt. She paired the dress with a bold green statement necklace, wearing her hair half up, adding volume to the look.
Salma Hayek at the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards. | Source: Getty Images
However, social media users focused less on her outfit and more on her overall look. “Salma Hayek does Ozempic,” one comment claimed, alluding to the controversial weight loss trend. Another user remarked, “This doesn’t look normal. Your head is not meant to be bigger than the rest of your body.”
Salma Hayek | Source: Getty Images
Some fans lamented the change in her signature curvaceous figure. “Omg Salma…where are your incredible curves?!!!!!!” one person questioned. Others pointed out her apparent weight loss, stating, “Salma seems to be shrinking.”
The Golden Globes red carpet showcased a variety of fashion choices that sparked lively conversations online. While some stars were praised for their elegance and bold looks, others faced scrutiny and mixed reactions from fans.
