Today, the Golden Globes announced that actress, producer, and three-time Golden Globe winner Dame Helen Mirren has been named the 2026 Cecil B. DeMille Award honoree, celebrating her extraordinary and enduring contributions to the entertainment world. As previously announced, the award will be presented on the new annual primetime special, “Golden Eve,” honoring recipients of the prestigious Cecil B. DeMille Award and the Carol Burnett Award, airing on Thursday, January 8th, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET/PT on the CBS Television Network and streaming on Paramount+.
“Helen Mirren is a force of nature and her career is nothing short of extraordinary,” said Helen Hoehne, President, Golden Globes. “Her transcendent performances and commitment to her craft continue to inspire generations of artists and audiences alike. It is a profound honor to present her with the Cecil B. DeMille Award.”
With a career spanning over six decades, Helen Mirren has delivered a remarkable body of work across stage, film, and television. Her portrayals of iconic figures include her Golden Globe-winning performances as Queen Elizabeth II in “The Queen,” as well as “Elizabeth I” and “Losing Chase,” and her fearless versatility has earned her global recognition. The Oscar, Emmy, SAG, BAFTA, and Tony Award-winning actress was appointed a Dame of the British Empire in 2003 in acknowledgement of her artistic achievements.
“Golden Eve” will air as a marquee event during Golden Week, a new dynamic week-long experience across Paramount platforms as well as celebratory kick-off events ahead of the 83rd Annual Golden Globes, the first major award show of the season, airing live Sunday, January 11th, 2026, and hosted by acclaimed Golden Globe, GRAMMY and Emmy-nominated comedian and actress Nikki Glaser.
Following the success of last year’s inaugural Golden Gala, which honored Cecil B. DeMille Award recipient Viola Davis and Carol Burnett Award recipient Ted Danson, the 2026 edition evolves into “Golden Eve,” offering viewers an unprecedented insider’s look at the honorees’ legacy, personal stories, and unforgettable Golden Globes moments: the exclusive special will feature curated career retrospectives, never-before-seen footage, and in-depth conversations with the honorees.
First created in 1952 and honoring the eponymous director, the Cecil B. DeMille Award has been bestowed on 69 honorees drawn from Hollywood’s greatest and most iconic talents, including Walt Disney, Audrey Hepburn, Sidney Poitier, Judy Garland, Elizabeth Taylor, Robert Redford, Barbra Streisand, Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks, and Oprah Winfrey. The Carol Burnett Award, created in 2019 and initially awarded to its namesake, is presented to an honoree who has made outstanding contributions to television on or off screen. The recipient is selected based on their body of work and the lasting impact of their television career achievements on both the industry and audiences.
The Golden Globes, “Hollywood’s Party of the Year,” is the largest awards show in the world, celebrating the best of film, television, and now podcasting. Dick Clark Productions will plan, host, and produce the annual Golden Globes, which has been viewed in more than 185 countries and territories worldwide.
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