Archive · 12 Jan 2026
Owen Cooper Wins Golden Globe
Owen Cooper, a 16-year-old actor, won a Golden Globe for his role in the TV show 'Adolescence'.
He is now the youngest person to win in his category.
Before winning, he was nervous and thought he might not be good enough.
He thanked his family, the organizers, and everyone who supported him.
The show 'Adolescence' is about a family in trouble because their son is accused of a serious crime.
It talks about important issues like how boys are raised and how social media affects young people.
Owen said he is still learning and is excited for what comes next.
The show also won other awards, including Best Television Limited Series and Best Female Supporting Actor.
Owen Cooper, 16, won the Golden Globe for Male Actor in a Supporting Role on Television for his performance in 'Adolescence'.
He is the youngest winner in this category, surpassing Chris Colfer who won at 20.
The show 'Adolescence' won multiple awards, including Best Television Limited Series and Best Female Supporting Actor.
Owen Cooper has become the youngest actor to win a Golden Globe, an Emmy Award, and a Critics' Choice Award.
The show explores themes of toxic masculinity and the impact of social media on young lives.
- Who
- Owen Cooper, a 16-year-old actor
- What
- Won the Golden Globe for Male Actor in a Supporting Role on Television
- When
- January 11, 2026
- Where
- Golden Globes ceremony (location not specified)
- Why
- For his performance in the Netflix series 'Adolescence'
Supporters
Critics
Owen Cooper's Win
Supporters
Owen Cooper's win is a testament to his exceptional talent and a historic achievement for young actors.
Critics
Some critics argue that the win might be more about the show's popularity than Cooper's individual performance.
- Winner
- Owen Cooper
- Category
- Male Actor in a Supporting Role on Television
- Age at Win
- 16
- Show
- Adolescence
- Previous Youngest Winner
- Chris Colfer (20 years old)
- Youngest Male Winner Ever
- Ricky Schroder (9 years old)
- Additional Wins for 'Adolescence'
- Best Television Limited Series, Best Female Supporting Actor, Best Male Actor in a Limited Series
- Other Awards
- Critics' Choice Awards, Emmy Awards
- Date of Win
- January 11, 2026
Sources
‘Adolescence’ star Owen Cooper becomes youngest-ever supporting actor winner at Golden Globes
'Thought I Might Be Awful...': Owen Cooper, 16, Becomes Youngest-Ever Golden Globe Winner For Best Supporting Actor For Adolescence—VIDEO
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Adolescence star Owen Cooper makes Golden Globes history as youngest Best Supporting Actor winner at 16
Adolescence Star Owen Cooper Becomes Youngest Actor Ever To Win Golden Globe, Emmy, Critics Choice Awards
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