EJAE Fights Tears at Golden Globes.
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News1812-01-2026, 08:38

EJAE's Emotional Golden Globes Win: From Rejection to Best Original Song for KPop Demon Hunters

  • EJAE, Mark Sonnenblick, and Lee Hee-joon won Best Original Song at the 2026 Golden Globes for "Golden" from Netflix's KPop Demon Hunters.
  • A visibly emotional EJAE shared her decade-long struggle in the K-pop industry, overcoming rejections and self-doubt about her voice.
  • She dedicated the award to those facing closed doors, emphasizing "rejection is redirection" and encouraging perseverance.
  • KPop Demon Hunters also won Best Animated Feature and Best Song at the Critics Choice Awards, with "Golden" securing three Grammy nominations.
  • The film is Netflix's most popular movie ever, with its songs dominating the Billboard Hot 100 and sing-along versions grossing millions.

Why It Matters: EJAE's Golden Globes win for "Golden" is a powerful story of perseverance, turning rejection into redirection.

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