The actors who bring Black Panther, This Is Us and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel to life were some the big winners at the SAG Awards last night. Hosted by Megan Mullally, the 25th Annual SAG Awards at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles shone a light on the profession of acting and the talented men and women who entertain and move us.
In its milestone 25th year, the SAG Awards remains the only televised awards ceremony to exclusively honor performers, with the honorees chosen by their fellow union members. While the spotlight stayed focused on performers, presenters, honorees and attendees remained mindful that, through their collective voice and unity, SAG-AFTRA protects members and gives them a say in their working conditions.
“Though we are here to celebrate our art, we are also here to recognize the dignity and power of work,” said SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris. “Whether it’s the latest film, commercial, TV show, hit single or news report, performers, like all workers, deserve fair wages, health care and pension. So, in honor of the working women and men across this nation and around the world, this is our moment.”
The top honorees in the Leading Role categories included Glenn Close, for her role in The Wife, and Rami Malek, for his performance in the Freddie Mercury biopic Bohemian Rhapsody.
Another highlight of the evening was when Tom Hanks presented Alan Alda with the Life Achievement Award. Alda, who has found success in acting, directing and writing, as well as making his mark as a podcaster, philanthropist and educator, is the 55th recipient of the award, which is bestowed for outstanding achievement in fostering the finest ideals of the acting profession.
“When we get a chance to act, it’s our job, at least in part, to get inside a character’s head and to search for a way to see life from that person’s point of view … and then to let an audience experience that,” Alda said. “When a culture is divided so sharply, actors can help, at least a little. Just by doing what we do.”
While the stars sparkled on the anniversary-themed “silver carpet” at the Shrine, SAG-AFTRA members from all work categories joined in at viewing parties across the nation, taking the opportunity to mingle with their peers and see how their SAG Awards predictions fared.
Also, before the ceremony, the awards ambassadors Harry Shum Jr. (Crazy Rich Asians) and Sydney Sweeney (The Handmaid’s Tale) announced the honorees in the Stunt Ensemble categories, which were Black Panther and GLOW.
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SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris celebrates the 25th Annual SAG Awards with the crowd on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019.
From left, SAG Awards nominees Justin Hartley ("This Is Us"), Sterling K. Brown ("This Is Us," "Black Panther") and Joseph Fiennes ("The Handmaid's Tale") attend the 25th Annual SAG Awards on Jan. 27, 2019.
SAG Awards nominee Amy Adams ("Vice," "Sharp Objects") attends the 25th Annual SAG Awards on Jan. 27, 2019.
The cast of "Glow," from left, Gayle Rankin, Kimmy Gatewood, Sydelle Noel, Britt Baron, Britney Young, Marianna Palka and Rebekka Johnson, nominated for an Outstanding Ensemble in a Comedy Series, attend the 25th Annual SAG Awards on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019.
Ryan Michelle Bathe and Sterling K. Brown ("This Is Us," "Black Panther") at the 25th Annual SAG Awards on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019.
SAG Awards nominees Rachel Brosnahan ("The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel") and Madeline Brewer ("The Handmaid's Tale") pose together at the 25th Annual SAG Awards on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019.
Left, Mahershala Ali, who was honored for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role for "Green Book," speaks onstage during the 25th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards. Right, Jason Bateman accepts the award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series for "Ozark."
Glenn Close, left, and Michael Douglas onstage during the 25th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.
From left, Lupita Nyong'o, Danai Gurira, Chadwick Boseman, Megan Wollover, Tracy Morgan and Michael B. Jordan backstage during the 25th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.
From left, Henry Golding, Michelle Yeoh, Ken Jeong and Constance Wu speak onstage during the 25th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.
SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris speaks during the 25th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Left, Alan Alda poses in the press room with Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award during the 25th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium. Right, Michael B. Jordan and Sterling K. Brown pose in the press room with awards for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for "Black Panther."
From left, Angela Bassett, Lupita Nyong'o and Danai Gurira pose in the press room with awards for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for "Black Panther."
Left, Tony Shalhoub poses in the press room with awards for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series and Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series for "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel." Right, Rachel Brosnahan poses in the press room with awards for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series and Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series for "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel."
Left, Glenn Close poses in the press room with the award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role for "The Wife" during the 25th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards. Right, Rami Malek poses in the press room with his award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for "Bohemian Rhapsody."
From left, Chrissy Metz, Milo Ventimiglia, Parker Bates, Justin Hartley, Faithe Herman, Chris Sullivan, Mackenzie Hancsicsak, Hannah Zeile, Mandy Moore, Lyric Ross, Niles Fitch, Lonnie Chavis, Logan Shroyer, Eris Baker, Jon Huertas, Susan Kelechi Watson and Melanie Liburd pose in the press room with their awards for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series for "This Is Us."
Left, Patricia Arquette holds her Actor for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie for "Escape at Dannemora." Right, Sandra Oh poses in the press room with her award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series for "Killing Eve" during the 25th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.
From left, Joel Johnstone, Caroline Aaron, Michael Zegen, Marin Hinkle, Kevin Pollak, Rachel Brosnahan, Luke Kirby, Brian Tarantina, Tony Shalhoub, and Zachary Levi pose in the press room with awards for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series for "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel."
From left, SAG-AFTRA National Executive Director David White, Ricky Martin and SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris at the 25th Annual SAG Awards.
From left, SAG-AFTRA Secretary-Treasurer Jane Austin, Yara Shahidi, Keri Shahidi, SAG-AFTRA National Executive Director David White and SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President Rebecca Damon at the 25th Annual SAG Awards.
From left, SAG Awards nominee Patricia Clarkson ("Sharp Objects"), SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris and SAG Awards nominee Lady Gaga ("A Star Was Born") stun on the silver carpet.
SAG Awards nominee Mike Myers ("Bohemian Rhapsody") takes a selfie with a fan at the 25th Annual SAG Awards.
SAG Awards nominee, Jason Bateman ("Ozark"), arrives at the 25th Annual SAG Awards on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019. (Photo: Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
SAG Awards nominees Sam Elliott ("A Star Is Born"), Lily Tomlin ("Grace & Frankie") and Jane Fonda ("Grace & Frankie") are all smiles on the silver carpet for the 25th Annual SAG Awards. (Left photo: Valerie Macon/AFP/SAG-AFTRA, Right photo: Dimitrios Kambouri/Getty Images)
From left, SAG Awards nominees Emma Stone ("Maniac"), Lupita Nyong'o ("Black Panther") and Danai Gurira ("Black Panther") pose together in the Shrine Auditorium for the 25th Annual SAG Awards on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019. (Photo: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images)
Left, SAG-AFTRA members Alec Baldwin and Megan Mullally present the award for Outstanding Male Actor in a Comedy Series. Right, SAG-AFTRA member Darren Criss wins Outstanding Male Actor in a TV Movie or Limited Series for his role on "The Assassination of Gianni Versace." (Photos: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
Left, SAG Awards nominees, Melissa McCarthy ("Can You Ever Forgive Me?") and Richard E. Grant ("Can You Ever Forgive Me?") hang out in the Shrine auditorium. Right, Emily Blunt ("A Quiet Place," "Mary Poppins Returns") wins The Actor for her role in "A Quiet Place"
Interviews from SAG Award nominees such as Darren Criss, Mahershala Ali, Ronny Chieng, Patricia Clarkson, Elizabeth Moss, Harry Shum Jr., Ellen Wong and more speaking on what it's like to not only attend the SAG Awards but to be apart of the SAG-AFTRA Union.
President of SAG-AFTRA Gabrielle Carteris' speech and mention of Tom Hanks & Scarlett Johansson at the 25th Annual SAG Awards® 2019.
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