You know that feeling when you're rooting for someone, and they're not there to accept the applause? That’s exactly what happened when Lin-Manuel Miranda wasn’t at the 76th annual Golden Globes. The 38-year-old actor, who was nominated for Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy for his role as Jack in Mary Poppins Returns, wasn’t in the room to hear his name called—or even take part in the glitz and glamour of the evening. So, where was Lin-Manuel, and why did he miss out on one of Hollywood’s biggest nights? Let’s dive into it.
Celebrating the 2019 Golden Globes: A Night to Remember
As the cameras rolled and the red carpet rolled out, the Golden Globes were in full swing. But at the start of E!’s red carpet coverage, Lin-Manuel sent out a heartfelt video message to his fans. In his signature style, he addressed the elephant in the room—his absence from the award show. “Hello, Ryan [Seacrest]! Hello, world! Hello, Golden Globes! I am so sorry I can’t be there,” he began. But Lin-Manuel didn’t stop there; he explained his absence with the kind of grace and humility that has made him such a beloved figure in the entertainment world.
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Lin-Manuel went on to explain that he was in Puerto Rico, performing in a production of Hamilton. “I am playing Hamilton in a production that we’re opening here to raise as much money as we can for artists and artistic organizations still struggling to recover in the wake of Hurricane Maria,” he shared. He wasn’t just missing the Golden Globes; he was actively making a difference in a community that needed it. And let’s be honest, that’s a pretty good reason to skip an awards show.
A New Contest for a Great Cause
But Lin-Manuel didn’t stop there. He announced a contest exclusive to Ryan Seacrest’s audience: “We’re going to raffle off 50 pairs of tickets to closing night of Hamilton, and all the money will go to the Flamboyan Arts Fund, which is raising money for artists in Puerto Rico.” It’s not every day you get the chance to see Lin-Manuel perform live, so this was a golden opportunity for fans. He added, “I hope you enter, and I hope I get to see you closing night. Have an amazing time at the Golden Globes. Tell Sandra [Oh] and Andy [Samberg] I love them very much.”
Lin-Manuel’s Golden Globes Contenders
Lin-Manuel was nominated for his role as Jack in the 2018 movie Mary Poppins Returns, which is a sequel to Julie Andrews’ iconic 1964 film. He was up against some heavyweights in the Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy category, including Christian Bale for Vice, Viggo Mortensen for Green Book, Robert Redford for The Old Man and the Gun, and John C. Reilly for Stan & Ollie. Ultimately, Christian Bale took home the award, but let’s not forget the impact Lin-Manuel made, both on screen and off.
