Golden Globes 2025: Adrien Brody Reflects on the “Blessing” of His Career and Its Unpredictability

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Adrien Brody secured his first Golden Globe on January 5 for his remarkable performance in The Brutalist. Reflecting on his career’s journey, he candidly discussed its highs and lows during an interview.

After winning Best Actor in a Drama, the Pianist star expressed gratitude for the opportunities he has received while acknowledging their fleeting nature. He remarked, “It’s been decades. I’ve experienced many peaks and valleys in my career, and it has given me a profound appreciation for moments like this because they can disappear quickly.”

Brody, who won an Academy Award in 2003 for The Pianist, spoke about the challenges of finding roles as impactful as Laszlo Toth in The Brutalist. “I’ve had a very blessed career, but it’s still challenging to find work like this. Triumphs like these are both healing and rewarding, reflecting not just my efforts but also my family’s struggles and resilience.”

In The Brutalist, Brody plays a Jewish refugee architect trying to rebuild his life in America. The film earned critical acclaim and took home three awards at the ceremony.

Speaking about his personal connection to the role, Brody added, “There’s still a significant amount of anti-Semitism in the world. This character is fleeing persecution—not just for being Jewish but also for his artistic beliefs and values, facing oppression, judgment, and suffering.”

His portrayal resonated deeply, cementing The Brutalist as a cinematic triumph.