17 Times Women Stole the Show at the 2018 Golden Globes

Despite having a male host in Seth Meyers, the 2018 Golden Globes were all about the power of women. Actresses united with each other, and with leading activists outside of Hollywood, to take a stand, saying in no uncertain terms that "time's up" on sexism, discrimination, harassment, and abuse in the workplace. There were empowering moments, inspiring moments, heartwarming moments, and even a few funny moments — all in the name of women banding together. Click through to see 17 times ladies stole the show at the 75th annual Golden Globes. (Photos via Paul Drinkwater/NBCUniversal via Getty + Frazer Harrison/Getty)

When Actresses and Activists Teamed Up for a Common Purpose: Several A-list stars — including Michelle Williams, Emma Watson, Meryl Streep, Amy Poehler, and Shailene Woodley — brought leading female activists as their dates to the event. Williams brought #MeToo founder Tarana Burke, Watson brought Marai Larasi, Streep brought Ai-jen Poo, Poehler brought Saru Jayaraman, and Woodley brought Calina Lawrence. Some of the group posed for a photo at the InStyle and Warner Bros. afterparty following the ceremony. (Photo via Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for InStyle)

When Michelle Williams Gave #MeToo Founder Tarana Burke a Platform: During her red carpet interview with E! News, Williams made sure the focus was on Burke, and not on herself. "We're here because of Tarana," the actress told Ryan Seacrest. "You may think we're here because I was nominated for something, but that's really not the case. We're here because Tarana started a movement and she planted a seed years ago and it's grown and caught fire." Burke made the most of her time in the spotlight, saying, "It's deeply humbling. This is something I started out of necessity and something that I thought my community needed, and it's grown over the years, but I never could've envisioned it growing like this. But this moment is so powerful because we're seeing… collaboration between these two worlds that people don't usually put together and would most likely have pitted against each other. It's really powerful to be on a red carpet tonight and for people like Michelle to be selfless enough to give their time so we can talk about our causes." (Photo via Frazer Harrison/Getty)

When Viola Davis Explained Why the #TimesUp Movement Is So Important: Asked about the changes in Hollywood and the symbolism of women wearing black to the Golden Globes, Davis told NBC's Al Roker, "I think it's a coming out. You know, it's all of these women just embracing their authentic voices and standing in solidarity with each other. One of the things I want to express to the public: I think people feel like Hollywood can be out of touch at times. But for me, I'm here because I hear the voices of women who said 'me too,' which, one of them was me. I hear those people who are nameless, faceless, every day, who don't have a platform to talk about their sexual assault and rape, and I hear those voices. … It's like someone says, there's no prerequisites to worthiness. You're born worthy and I think that's a message a lot of women need hear. The women who are still in silence because of trauma, shame due to the assault. They need to understand that it's not their fault. That's my message tonight." (Photo via Frazer Harrison/Getty)

When Debra Messing Called Out E!, on E!: Asked about the #TimesUp movement during her E! red carpet interview with Giuliana Rancic, Messing used the opportunity to criticize the network for co-host Catt Sadler's recent exit over a reported pay disparity. "I was so shocked to hear that E! doesn't believe in paying their female co-hosts the same as their male co-hosts," she said. "I miss Catt Sadler. So we stand with her." (Photo via Frederick M. Brown/Getty)

When Oprah Winfrey Dropped the Mic: Winfrey, this year's recipient of the Cecil B. DeMille Award, gave the awards show speech to end all awards show speeches, leaving the audience and millions of viewers at home in tears. "It is not lost on me that at this moment, there are some little girls watching as I become the first Black woman to be given this same award," she said, later adding, "So, I want all the girls watching here, now, to know that a new day is on the horizon. And when that new day finally dawns, it will be because of a lot of magnificent women, many of whom are right here in this room tonight, and some pretty phenomenal men, fighting hard to make sure that they become the leaders who take us to the time when nobody ever has to say 'Me too' again." (Photo via Paul Drinkwater/NBCUniversal via Getty)

When Kelly Clarkson Fangirled Over Meryl Streep: The American Idol winner was just finishing her E! red carpet interview when she spotted her American idol, The Post actress Streep, at the bottom of the steps. She squealed so loudly that Ryan Seacrest thought she was falling down the stairs. We'd freak out too, Kelly! (Photo via Christopher Polk/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty)

When Nicole Kidman Remarked on "the Power of Women": Accepting the first award for the night, for Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series or a Motion Picture Made for TV, the Big Little Lies star honored the other strong women in her life. "My momma was an advocate for the women's movement when I was growing up, and because of her, I'm standing here. My achievements are her achievements," she said. She also praised her costars Reese Witherspoon, Shailene Woodley, Laura Dern, and Zoe Kravitz, saying, "We pledged allegiance to each other, and this is ours to share. Wow. The power of women." (Photo via Paul Drinkwater/NBCUniversal via Getty)

When Laura Dern Used Her Voice to Amplify the Voices of Others: "Many of us were taught not to tattle," she said in her acceptance speech for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Limited Series, or Motion Picture Made for TV. "It was a culture of silencing and that was normalized. I urge all of us to not only support survivors and bystanders who are brave enough to tell their truth, but to promote restorative justice. May we also, please, protect and employ them. May we teach our children that speaking out without the fear of retribution is our culture’s new North Star." (Photo via Paul Drinkwater/NBCUniversal via Getty)

When Jennifer Aniston and Carol Burnett Brought the Audience to Its Feet: The Friends alum and her "idol" received a standing ovation when they took the stage to present the Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actress in a TV Series Musical or Comedy. Before they introduced the nominees, though, Aniston asked if she could tug on Burnett's ear — a nod to the comedy legend's signature sign-off. "Kinky!" Burnett quipped. (Photo via Paul Drinkwater/NBCUniversal via Getty)

When Elisabeth Moss Dedicated Her Award to Margaret Atwood: Accepting the Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actress in a TV Series Drama, Moss gave a shout-out to Atwood, who wrote the book that inspired Hulu's The Handmaid's Tale. "Margaret Atwood, this is for you and all of the women who came before you and after you, who were brave enough to speak out against intolerance and injustice and to fight for equality and freedom in this world," she said. "We no longer live in the blank white spaces at the edge of print. We no longer live in the gaps between the stories. We are the story in print. And we are writing the story ourselves. Thank you." (Photo via Paul Drinkwater/NBCUniversal via Getty)

When Rachel Brosnahan Called for More Storytelling by Women, for Women, About Women: After pausing her acceptance speech to excitedly shout out Oprah Winfrey — "Hi, Oprah!" — the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel star issued a call to action to her colleagues in the room. "This is a story about a bold and brilliant and complicated woman, and I am endlessly proud to be a part of it," she said of her Amazon series. "There are so many women's stories out there that need and deserve to be told. So as we enter this new year, please let's continue to hold each other accountable and invest in and make and champion these stories." (Photo via Paul Drinkwater/NBCUniversal via Getty)

When Barbra Streisand Said "Time's Up" on Overlooking Female Directors: "I'm the only woman to get the best director award [at the Golden Globes]," Streisand said upon taking the stage to present the last award of the night. "That was 1984, that was 34 years ago. Folks, time's up! We need more women directors and more women to be nominated for best director. There are so many films out there that are so good, directed by women." (Photo via Paul Drinkwater/NBCUniversal via Getty)

When Thelma and Louise Reunited Onstage: Nearly three decades after they redefined female friendship on-screen, Geena Davis (Thelma) and Susan Sarandon (Louise) came together again to present the Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture Drama. "Tonight we've got all of these women standing up for each other — and the men too," Sarandon said, before Davis stepped in with a joke about the wage gap. "These five nominees have agreed to give half of their salary back so that women can make more than them," she quipped. (Photo via Paul Drinkwater/NBCUniversal via Getty)

When Natalie Portman Said What We Were All Thinking: Presenting the Golden Globe for Best Director with filmmaker Ron Howard, Portman called out the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for nominating only men in the category, saying pointedly, "And here are the all-male nominees." Howard, standing beside her, let out a surprised laugh, as the nominated directors in the audience shifted uncomfortably in their seats. (Photo via Paul Drinkwater/NBCUniversal via Getty)

When Reese Witherspoon Promised to Give a Voice to the People Who Don't Have One: Taking the mic to accept the Golden Globe for Best Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for TV, the Big Little Lies star and producer vowed to tell more stories that matter. "This show is so much about the life we present to the world that can be very different than the life behind closed doors, so I want to thank everyone who broke their silence this year and spoke up about abuse and harassment," she said. "You are so brave, and hopefully, shows like this, more will be made, so people out there who are feeling silenced by harassment, discrimination, abuse… time is up. We see you. We hear you. And we will tell your stories." (Photo via Kevin Winter/Getty)

When the Ladies of Lady Bird Won Big: Greta Gerwig's Lady Bird took home two of the night's biggest awards, for Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy (Saoirse Ronan), and for Best Motion Picture Musical or Comedy, a category in which it was up against Get Out, The Greatest Showman, I, Tonya, and The Disaster Artist. (Photo via Kevin Winter/Getty)

When Mariah Carey Joined Forces With the Girl Squad of Our Dreams: In the spirit of women uniting for a good cause, Mariah Carey stopped to pose for a photo with America Ferrera, Natalie Portman, Emma Stone, and tennis legend Billie Jean King. We love seeing so many different ladies coming together. (Photo via Frederick M. Brown/Getty)