Everybody definitely knows Ted Danson‘s name at the 2025 Golden Globes.
The Cheers alum was bursting with gratitude as he accepted the Carol Burnett Award during the inaugural Golden Gala on Jan. 3 at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills.
“I have to admit I’ve always had a confusing relationship with awards,” the 77-year-old told the audience, as seen in footage from the event obtained by Gold Derby. “If I win, I feel a little embarrassed and lonely. If I don’t win, I feel a little embarrassed and lonely. But not tonight, not tonight.”
Ted—who received the award from his wife of nearly 20 years Mary Steenburgen—then turned toward the award’s namesake Carol Burnett and added, “I am so thrilled to get this award, Carol. I cannot tell you how much it means to me. You have brought so much joy and happiness into households all over the world. You radiate kindness. I love you so much.”
For her part, the Carol Burnett Show alum returned the sentiment, shouting from the crowd, “I love you.”
Continuing his speech, Ted reflected on his career, saying, “As Sam Malone said, I truly am the luckiest son of a b—h I’ve ever met, and Carol, you know what’s wonderful about this award is that every year we are gathered together to celebrate laughter and joy, we will celebrate you, Carol, and we will celebrate all the funny men and women that came before us.”
Ted and Cecil B. DeMille Award recipient Viola Davis also received a special shout out during the Jan. 5 ceremony hosted by Nikki Glaser. (Find out all the winners of the 2025 Golden Globes here.)
