2025 SAG Awards: Timothée Chalamet, Demi Moore, Kieran Culkin, and Zoe Saldaña Take Top Honors
The 2025 SAG Awards witnessed notable victories, with Timothée Chalamet snagging the Best Actor award for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in “A Complete Unknown.” This surprise win overshadowed the seasoned competition, particularly Adrien Brody, who had dominated the awards circuit with honors from the Golden Globe, BAFTA, and Critics’ Choice for his performance in “The Brutalist.”
2025 SAG Awards: Timothée Chalamet, Demi Moore, Kieran Culkin, and Zoe Saldaña Take Top Honors
At the 2025 SAG Awards, Chalamet expressed his astonishment during his acceptance speech, stating, “I was not expecting this at all, truly,” and emphasized the dedication he invested in portraying the legendary musician.
Demi Moore also celebrated a significant win for her role in the body horror film “The Substance,” triumphing over Mikey Madison from “Anora” and Cynthia Erivo from “Wicked” for the Best Female Actor in a Leading Role. An emotional Moore remarked, “This is extraordinary and so deeply meaningful.”
Timothée Chalamet
2025 SAG Awards
The ensemble cast of the political thriller “Conclave” received the award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture, outperforming contenders like “Wicked” and “A Complete Unknown.” Ralph Fiennes, who plays Cardinal Lawrence in the film, highlighted the importance of community in his acceptance speech.
Kieran Culkin continued his winning streak, claiming another Supporting Male Actor award for his performance in the comedy-drama “A Real Pain,” following prior wins at the Golden Globe, BAFTA, and Independent Spirit Awards. Culkin has previously earned two SAG awards as part of the “Succession” ensemble.
Zoe Saldaña, too, maintained her winning momentum, receiving the Supporting Female Actor award for her role in the Netflix musical “Emilia Pérez.” During her speech, she expressed pride in being part of a union that respects individuality, stating, “Everybody has the right to be who they are.”
In a stunning display of dominance, the historical drama “Shōgun” captured four awards, including Best Drama Ensemble, Best Male Actor, Best Female Actor, and Best Stunt Ensemble. Anna Sawai, who won Best Female Actor, noted that the show’s success was “beyond my imagination,” while Hiroyuki Sanada, awarded Best Male Actor, emphasized the universality of acting.
Jessica Gunning, recognized for her role in the TV movie “Baby Reindeer,” triumphed over seasoned actors like Jodie Foster and Cate Blanchett for Best Female Actor in a TV Movie or Limited Series, expressing gratitude to her co-star and creator Richard Gadd for “making my dreams come true.”
Jane Fonda Lifetime Achievement Award
Colin Farrell garnered his first SAG award for Best Male Actor in a Limited Series for his portrayal in “The Penguin,” humorously addressing host Jamie Lee Curtis’s jest about their shared experience at the Golden Globes.
Jean Smart secured her third SAG award for Best Female Actor in a Comedy Series, while Martin Short surprised many by winning Best Male Actor in a Comedy Series for “Only Murders in the Building,” beating out two-time winner Jeremy Allen White among others.
The ceremony also celebrated Jane Fonda with the Lifetime Achievement Award, with Julia Louis-Dreyfus praising her impactful career. Fonda, visibly moved by the standing ovation, spoke about her “weird” career journey and took a moment to address the current political climate, urging attendees to remain vigilant and compassionate.
Kieran Culkin
Hosted by Kristen Bell, the live ceremony aired on Netflix and received a heartfelt opening tribute to the firefighters of Los Angeles, recognizing their bravery during recent wildfires.
As the SAG Awards often foreshadow Oscar outcomes, all eyes are now on the upcoming Academy Awards ceremony, scheduled for March 2. The SAG winners from the previous year, including Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr., went on to win Oscars in their respective categories, setting a precedent for this year’s nominees.
