HBO Max’s “The Pitt,” a medical drama that spotlights America’s overburdened emergency rooms, won best drama series at the Golden Globes on Sunday, while “The Studio,” a Hollywood satire from Apple TV, earned best comedy.
“The Pitt” follows Dr. Michael “Robby” Robinavitch, played by Noah Wyle, who works in the often terrifying emergency room at the Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center.
“We live in a very divided place in the world right now, but I think cinema brings us all together, not just as an audience but as a community,” said “The Pitt” creator R. Scott Gemmill.
“What you do, the stories you tell, they make a difference,” the ‘ER’ writer added.
“The Pitt” also won best actor for Noah Wyle.
“What a truly humbling moment this is,” Wyle said on stage during his acceptance speech.
“I grew up in a family that placed a high priority on art and curiosity,” he added, noting that he has benefited from “incredible teachers” and advice from “good friends.”
Wyle concluded his speech by thanking healthcare workers.
In addition to the award for best comedy, Seth Rogen also won the award for best actor in a comedy for ‘The Studio’.
Rogen joked about an episode of the satirical series that took place at the Golden Globes. “The only way I could win was to do a show where I got a fake,” he said.
“The Studio” follows Hollywood executive Matt Remick, played by Rogen, as he must balance the business demands of the film industry with his desire for creative content.
Other notable winners included “Adolescence” and Jean Smart for Best Female Actor in a Comedy for “Hacks.”
‘The White Lotus’, which led with six TV nominations, came away empty-handed.
In 2023, Eldridge Industries purchased the Golden Globe assets along with Dick Clark Productions, and as a result, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association – which was criticized for a lack of diversity and ethical lapses in administering the awards – was closed.
Under new ownership, the organization has expanded to 300 journalists from 75 countries and 60% racial and ethnic diversity.
