The Golden Globes has rolled out its red carpet for the nominees of the Best Television Male Actor – Drama Series, and it’s looking like a family affair – at least for the Roy family from HBO’s Succession.
The HBO series stands out, with three of its leading men securing nominations in this highly competitive category.
1. Brian Cox
When you talk about Succession, it’s impossible not to start with Brian Cox, the formidable presence behind Logan Roy. Cox, with a career spanning decades and genres, has become synonymous with the ruthless media tycoon he portrays.
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The actor’s Logan Roy is a blend of Shakespearean grandeur and modern-day corporate cutthroat, a character that Cox imbues with a sense of power and danger. It’s a performance that’s both magnetic and terrifying, drawing fans and viewers alike into the complex web of the family politics and power struggles that define Succession.
2. Kieran Culkin
Kieran Culkin, portraying Roman Roy, brings a different flavor to the Succession mix. His character is the irreverent, often inappropriate, yet strangely endearing younger son of Logan Roy. Culkin’s portrayal of Roman is a masterclass in balancing humor with pathos.
The celebrity delivers one-liners with a precision that can only come from a deep understanding of his character’s psyche. Roman Roy is the jester in the corporate court, but Culkin ensures that behind the jokes lies a multi-dimensional character full of ambitions, insecurities, and a desperate need for paternal approval.
3. Jeremy Strong
Jeremy Strong, as Kendall Roy, is the embodiment of the Shakespearean tragic hero in Succession. Strong’s portrayal of Kendall’s journey – from a confident heir apparent to a broken man struggling with his identity and purpose – is nothing short of spectacular.
Strong performance is intense, often heart-wrenching, and always utterly compelling. Strong brings a raw vulnerability to Kendall Roy, making his struggles and setbacks feel deeply personal to the audience.
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The Battle for the Globe: Fans React
What makes these nominations particularly intriguing is the diversity of roles and the talent displayed by each actor. The Golden Globes has always been a predictor of sorts for the awards season, and fans have not held back from sharing their thoughts.
Succession really has the ability to get their actors to get nominated for something
— icha🦄 (@brionitallis) December 11, 2023
SUCCESSION NATION RISE UP pic.twitter.com/ihzToZF6qU
— Ruffy Puffy Swamee 👐🏾 (@RuffyPuffySwamy) December 11, 2023
3 succession actors in the same category is crazy but also I am curious if one of them can win
— kola (@kolapo_ba) December 11, 2023
i wasn’t expecting gary oldman to be nominated but he definitely deserves
— cami🦋 (@oasisraindrops) December 11, 2023
succession’s ability to always get its actors nominated should be studied
— juaan (@juaangng_) December 11, 2023
As the countdown to the awards night begins, all eyes will be on this category. Will Succession’s stronghold translate into a win for Cox, Culkin, or Strong? Or will the other nominees Gary Oldman, Pedro Pascal, or Dominic West swoop in for a surprise victory? The suspense adds an extra layer of excitement for fans who are eagerly awaiting the already glamorous event.
