Veteran actor Ted Danson has been named the recipient of the Golden Globes’ Carol Burnett Award, and award that honors a person “who has made outstanding contributions to television on or off screen.”
Danson has had a stellar career in television in film, best known for playing Sam Malone in the classic sitcom series ‘Cheers’. Danson is a three-time Golden Globe winner winning prizes in 1985 for best actor in a limited series or TV movie for “Something About Amelia” and in 1990 and 1991 for his lead role on “Cheers.”
Ted Danson has entertained audiences for decades with his iconic performances that will forever be ingrained in television history,” Helen Hoehne, president of the Golden Globes, said in an official statement. “His renowned career is a testament to his remarkable talent and versatility as an actor and bears resemblance to the award*s legendary namesake. It is an honor to present him with the 2025 Carol Burnett Award to celebrate the tremendous impact he has made and continues to make in television.”
Danson joins prior Carol Burnett Award winners such as Burnett, Norman Lear, Ryan Murphy and Ellen DeGeneres.
Danson will officially receive the award on January 3rd at the Beverly Hilton, two days ahead of the Golden Globes event, which will take place at the same venue on January 5th and is set to be hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser.
