Adolescence Star Stephen Graham Says He Lost His Golden Globe Just Hours After the Ceremony

January 20, 2026: Stephen Graham is sharing an unbelievable — and very on-brand — post-awards story. The Adolescence star revealed that he lost his Golden Globe award just hours after winning it, turning what should have been a triumphant night into an unexpectedly chaotic memory.

The revelation quickly amused fans, many of whom say the story somehow makes Graham even more endearing.

Stephen Graham, winner of the Best Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Television Movie Award for "Adolescence," speaks onstage during the 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 11, 2026 in Beverly Hills, California.

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A Win Followed by Immediate Chaos

After celebrating his Golden Globe win, Graham admitted that the night didn’t end quite as planned. Within hours of leaving the ceremony, the award itself had gone missing — a detail he shared with equal parts disbelief and humor.

Rather than panic, Graham appeared to take the mishap in stride, acknowledging the absurdity of losing such a major career milestone almost immediately after receiving it.

Stephen Graham accepts the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie award for "Adolescence" onstage during the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.

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How Did It Happen?

While Graham didn’t go into exhaustive detail about how the trophy disappeared, he suggested the whirlwind of post-ceremony celebrations played a role. Between events, travel, and exhaustion, the award was somehow misplaced — proving that even the most prestigious trophies aren’t immune to human error.

Fans joked that the incident feels perfectly fitting for an actor known for gritty, grounded performances.

Christine Tremarco as Manda Miller and Stephen Graham as Eddie Miller in 'Adolescence'.

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Fans Love His Honest Reaction

Social media quickly reacted to the story, with many praising Graham for his down-to-earth attitude. Instead of turning the moment into a disaster, he treated it as a funny footnote to an otherwise unforgettable night.

The incident only reinforced his reputation as one of the industry’s most relatable and humble talents.

Stephen Graham wins at the 2026 Golden Globe Awards

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Still a Golden Moment

Lost trophy or not, Graham’s Golden Globe win remains a major achievement — and one that can’t be taken away. The story has already become part of awards-season lore, reminding fans that even Hollywood’s biggest nights can come with very human mishaps.

And knowing Stephen Graham, the missing trophy may end up being just as memorable as the win itself.

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