Julia Roberts Golden Globes 2026 appearance drew attention as she and her husband Danny Moder attended the awards on January 11 at The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. The couple’s rare night out, surrounded by industry peers, was especially notable as Roberts was nominated for Best Female Actor in a Motion Picture—Drama for her work in “After the Hunt.”
Roberts and Moder Enjoy an Evening Among Stars
Julia Roberts and Danny Moder, married for 23 years, attended the ceremony hosted by Nikki Glaser. Although Danny Moder did not join Roberts on the red carpet, he accompanied her inside, where they were seated alongside George Clooney and Amal Clooney. Julia was also seen socializing with Golden Globes winner Teyana Taylor. The couple’s presence among Hollywood’s notable figures underscored the Golden Globes’ continued status as a major industry event.
Behind the Scenes: Preparing for “After the Hunt”
Roberts’ nomination came for her role in the psychological thriller “After the Hunt.” She shared that Danny Moder helped foster camaraderie among the film’s cast, which included Ayo Edebiri and Andrew Garfield, by inviting the group and director Luca Guadagnino to their home for a script reading.
“We kind of weren’t sure, my husband and I, what we were getting into when we said, ‘Why don’t we just have everyone come?”
— Julia Roberts, Actor
“And before I could even bring up the idea, Luca said, ‘What if we come to your house?’”
— Julia Roberts, Actor
“It was kind of life-affirming, really. It was beautiful.”
— Julia Roberts, Actor
The Challenges and Rewards of Being Hosts
Julia described the realities of hosting: she and Moder spent much of the time cooking, cleaning, and resetting their home for guests. Roberts, who is a mother to Hazel and Phinnaeus, both 21, and Henry, 18, emphasized that the hard work paid off.
“We never stopped cooking, cleaning, resetting,”
— Julia Roberts, Actor
“It was a lot of work, but it was worth it.”
— Julia Roberts, Actor
Hollywood Couples Step Out at the Golden Globes
At the 2026 Golden Globes, several celebrity couples joined Julia Roberts and Danny Moder on their night away from parenting duties. Adam Scott was seen with Naomi Scott, and Melissa McCarthy attended with Ben Falcone, wearing custom Christian Siriano and Marco Bicego jewelry. Kirsten Dunst appeared alongside Jesse Plemons. Kevin Hart was at the event with Eniko Hart. George Clooney and Amal Clooney, seated near Roberts, continued to be a focal point among guests.
Other couples present included Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis, Kyra Sedgwick and Kevin Bacon, Adam Sandler and Jackie Sandler, and Leslie Mann with Judd Apatow.
Aimee Lou Wood arrived with Adam Long—Aimee wore Vivienne Westwood and Adam sported a TAG Heuer watch. Ethan Hawke accompanied Ryan Hawke, and Ryan Coogler stepped out with Zinzi Coogler in custom Thom Brown attire. Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson wore Chopard as he attended with Lauren Hashian.
Red Carpet Fashion and Notable Pairings
The event showcased prominent duos including Sterling K. Brown with Ryan Michelle Bathe, John Krasinski and Emily Blunt—Emily opting for custom Louis Vuitton with Tiffany & Co. jewelry while John wore Dolce & Gabbana, a Glashütte Original Sixties timepiece, and Bruce Magli shoes. Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard walked the carpet, as did Will Arnett with Carolyn Murphy, and Jason Bateman with Amanda Anka.
Dave Franco and Alison Brie joined the festivities, alongside Justin Hartley and Sofia Pernas. Danny Fujikawa accompanied Kate Hudson, who wore Giorgio Armani Privé. Keegan-Michael Key and Elle Key were pictured together, while Elle Fanning, in Gucci and Cartier jewelry, stood with Gus Wenner.
The night included Sara Wells and Noah Wyle, Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco—with Gomez in Chanel—and Mark Ruffalo and Sunrise Coigney. Adam Brody appeared with Leighton Meester, who wore Miu Miu and Kendra Scott jewelry. Priyanka Chopra Jonas attended with Nick Jonas, with Chopra in custom Christian Dior and Bvlgari jewelry.
A Night Centered on Recognition and Personal Connections
The 2026 Golden Globes brought together actors, filmmakers, and loved ones for an evening that highlighted both career achievements and the personal bonds within the entertainment industry. For Julia Roberts, the combination of a significant nomination, her husband’s support, and an evening spent among friends and fellow nominees further solidified her place at the heart of Hollywood’s community. As this year’s ceremony drew to a close, attention shifted to what lies ahead for Roberts, her fellow nominees, and the evolving landscape of the Golden Globes.
