When Kerry Washington announced Demi Moore as the Golden Globes winner for Best Comedy/Musical Actress on Sunday night, the crowd reacted in surprise jubilation — and that was before The Substance star brought the house down with the best acceptance speech of the night.

Demi Moore just won a Golden Globe for The Substance, which means she can win Best Actress at the 2025 Oscars. The rise of The Substance throughout awards season is something to behold. The body-horror film was expected only to be a critical darling before it defied expectations and turned in a stunning box office performance.

As the actress accepted her Golden Globe award for The Substance, she shared that the film helped her rediscover her self-worth.