Kieran Culkin credits tequila shot with Mario Lopez for loosened Golden Globe speech after win

Kieran Culkin’s Golden Globe speech took a humorous turn as he credited a tequila shot with Mario Lopez.

Kieran Culkin took home the award for Best Supporting Actor in a Film at the 2025 Golden Globes for his role in A Real Pain. The win at the prestigious event, known for honoring excellence in film and television, marked another milestone in Culkin’s celebrated career. Known for his acclaimed portrayal of Roman Roy in HBO’s Succession, Culkin brought humor to his acceptance speech, crediting a tequila shot with Mario Lopez for loosening him up. “My wife and I did a shot of tequila with Mario Lopez. Definitely feeling that. The whole speech is gone,” he joked, drawing laughter from the audience.

"My wife and I did a shot of tequila with Mario Lopez. Definitely feeling that. Whole speech is gone. Rip it, Kieran!"

—Kieran Culkin accepting his Golden Globe pic.twitter.com/1WvSrxp46c

— Spencer Althouse (@SpencerAlthouse) January 6, 2025

Directed by and co-starring Jesse Eisenberg, A Real Pain follows two cousins traveling to Poland to honor their grandmother. Culkin’s performance was praised by The Hollywood Reporter as a “sheer delight,” showcasing his emotional range as his character, Benji, reveals a melancholy side.

Culkin’s win builds on his history with the Golden Globes, starting with a nomination for Igby Goes Down in 2002. His recent accolades include four nominations and one win for Succession. Reflecting on his career, Culkin referred to the Globes as the best regular date night he shares with his wife, Jazz Charton.

Winning against renowned nominees like Denzel Washington (Gladiator II), Edward Norton (A Complete Unknown), and Jeremy Strong (The Apprentice), Culkin’s victory underscores the impact of his performance in a highly competitive category.