At the glittering 2025 Golden Globes telecast, Adrien Brody's parents emerged as unsung heroes of the night, their faces beaming with applause as their son acknowledged them from the podium. As the recipient of the Best Actor in a Drama Film award for his role in The Brutalist, Brody emphasized the pivotal role his mom and dad played in shaping his artistic journey.
"You are my unwavering pillars of support," Brody declared, his voice trembling with emotion as he turned to his parents. "While I often speak of my mother's profound influence on my artistic endeavors, dad, you are the rock-solid foundation of our family, from whom this boundless love emanates."
Brody's mother, Sylvia Plachy, a photographer who fled Hungary during the tumultuous 1950s revolution and eventually found refuge in America, echoed the traumatic yet resilient odyssey of his character in The Brutalist—an architect and Holocaust survivor who seeks asylum in the United States.
Besting fellow nominees such as Timothée Chalamet (A Complete Unknown), Daniel Craig (Queer), Colman Domingo (Sing Sing), Ralph Fiennes (Conclave), and Sebastian Stan (The Apprentice), Brody's father, Elliot Brody, watched proudly from the audience.
"I am deeply indebted to my mother and grandparents for their relentless sacrifices," Brody continued, extending his gratitude to all those who have braved treacherous circumstances to seek a better life in America. "Though I may never fully comprehend the magnitude of your struggles, I hope that my work, in some small way, can elevate your spirits and amplify your voices."
The Brutalist emerged as a dominant force at the Globes, also securing victories for Best Drama Motion Picture and Best Motion Picture Director (Brady Corbet). David Rooney of The Hollywood Reporter hailed Brody's performance, stating, "Brody immerses himself in the character with searing intelligence and an inner fire that leaves nothing unsaid as he vividly expresses both the exhilarating heights and heart-wrenching depths of human emotion. His meticulous accent work alone serves as a testament to his unwavering commitment to this audacious endeavor."
