Demi Moore has taken a significant step toward Oscar glory, winning Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy at the Golden Globes for her transformative performance in The Substance. The 62-year-old actress delivered an emotional acceptance speech, reflecting on the challenges she faced before landing the role that has revitalized her career.

“I was at a low point,” Moore shared. “This award is a celebration of the gift of doing something I love and being reminded that I do belong.”

The Golden Globes, regarded as a strong predictor of Oscar success, marked the official start of awards season. In addition to Moore’s win, the ceremony highlighted other standout performances and productions. Brazilian actress Fernanda Torres surprised many by winning Best Actress in a Drama for her role in I’m Still Here, besting Hollywood heavyweights Angelina Jolie and Nicole Kidman.

The night also celebrated major cinematic achievements, with awards going to Emilia Pérez, The Brutalist, and Wicked. On the television front, Baby Reindeer and Shōgun took home the top honors.

Moore’s win for The Substance underscores her remarkable comeback and positions her as a leading contender in the Oscars race, a journey that fans and critics alike will be watching closely in the weeks ahead.

Jimmy Donaldson, better known as YouTube sensation MrBeast, has revealed his engagement to girlfriend Thea Booysen. The 26-year-old shared the happy news on social media, posting photos of his Christmas Day proposal, including the special moment he knelt to pop the question.

With 340 million subscribers, MrBeast is the world’s most-followed YouTuber. His fiancée, 27-year-old Thea Booysen, hails from South Africa and is a content creator in her own right. Her YouTube channel, TheaBeasty, boasts nearly 40,000 subscribers, and she also streams games on Twitch and is a published author.

Currently residing in the United States, Thea recounted in an interview with People magazine that the proposal was a private affair, timed while her family was visiting. Despite MrBeast’s reputation for over-the-top stunts, he chose a “really private and intimate” setting for this milestone moment.

The couple shared festive photos featuring themselves and their dog in matching MrBeast-branded Christmas sweaters. As for their wedding plans, they have opted for a low-key celebration.

“We’re thinking of doing it somewhere on an island, far away from just about everybody,” Thea shared with People. “It’s going to be nice, but certainly intimate, with just close family and friends.”

Authorities in Argentina have charged five individuals in connection with the tragic death of One Direction singer Liam Payne, who passed away on October 16 after falling from a third-floor balcony at a hotel in Buenos Aires.

The charges include manslaughter and drug-related offenses. According to the prosecutor’s office:

• Hotel Manager Gilda Martin (GAM) and Receptionist Esteban Grassi (ERG) face manslaughter charges for allegedly failing to prevent Payne from being taken to a room with a dangerous balcony.
• Roger Nores (RLN), a friend of Payne, is charged with manslaughter for allegedly neglecting his duty of care by leaving Payne in a vulnerable state despite knowing of his struggles with addiction.
• Hotel employee Ezequiel Pereyra (EDP) and waiter Braian Paiz (BNP) are charged with supplying drugs to Payne on multiple occasions leading up to his death.

Judge Laura Bruniard, who is overseeing the case, emphasized that while there is no evidence to suggest the accused intended Payne’s death, their actions created risks that contributed to the tragic outcome.

• If convicted, the defendants could face sentences of 1 to 5 years in prison.
• These carry heavier penalties, with potential sentences ranging from 4 to 15 years.

The two suspects accused of supplying drugs have been remanded in custody, while their lawyers challenge the charges.

Fernando Madeo Facente, representing Braian Paiz, argued that his client did not act as a drug dealer and no financial transactions occurred between him and Payne. The lawyer claimed Paiz willingly cooperated with authorities by providing his phone and evidence. He criticized the prosecution for exaggerating the allegations and questioned the necessity of pre-trial detention.

The prosecutor’s office has submitted evidence to proceed to trial, and Judge Bruniard has approved the next legal phase. Defense lawyers may appeal the decision, but if unsuccessful, the trial will begin.