Helen Mirren to Receive Golden Globes’ 2026 Cecil B. DeMille Award
Three-time Golden Globe winner Helen Mirren will be honoured with the Cecil B. DeMille Award by the Los Angeles-based Golden Globes voting group on January 8, 2026.
Recognition for a Legendary Career
British Oscar winner Helen Mirren was praised by Golden Globes president Helen Hoehne as “a force of nature” whose “transcendent performances and commitment to her craft continue to inspire generations of artists and audiences alike.”
Notable Achievements
- Golden Globes won for The Queen, the series Elizabeth I, and Losing Chase
- Oscar for Best Lead Actress for The Queen
- Film credits include Gosford Park, The Madness of King George, The Last Station, The Thursday Murder Club, and Excalibur
History of the Cecil B. DeMille Award
Established in 1952, the award recognizes outstanding contributions to the world of entertainment. Past honorees include Audrey Hepburn, Sidney Poitier, Judy Garland, Elizabeth Taylor, Robert Redford, and Barbra Streisand.
New Presentation Format
The Cecil B. DeMille Award will be presented during the new Golden Eve primetime special, which also honours recipients of the Carol Burnett Award.
“A force of nature... her transcendent performances and commitment to her craft continue to inspire generations of artists and audiences alike.” – Helen Hoehne, Golden Globes president
Additional Industry News
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Summary: Helen Mirren will be honoured with the 2026 Cecil B. DeMille Award, recognizing her inspiring and enduring contributions to film and television.