The 2026 Golden Globes tried to keep it classy and curse word-free on Sunday night, as it bleeped out an “Adolescence” Star’s unexpected F-bombs during the live show. While the CBS censors were quick to jump in, one curse word slipped past, and the show’s attempt to keep it clean fell flat, with the uncensored F-word still audible to viewers.
Adolescence star Erin Doherty drops an f-bomb during Golden Globes speech
“Adolescence” star Erin Doherty dropped multiple F-bombs during her Golden Globes acceptance speech for Best Supporting Actress in a Television Series. In a moment that’s all too familiar to winners, Doherty’s shock and excitement got the better of her. As a result, a few choice words slipped out of her mouth during the acceptance speech.
However, what made it remarkable was that one of them evaded the watchful eyes (and ears) of CBS censors. The usually profanity-free broadcast let an F-bomb slip through, leaving viewers at home in a mix of shock and amusement. The candid moment highlighted the unpredictability of live TV and the human side of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Doherty began her speech saying, “I made a promise to my mom I wouldn’t swear, but what the f—?”
The “what the” was fully bleeped out. However, the offending word of “f—” accidentally slipped past the censors and came through loud and clear. “Holy s—,” Doherty added (which, again, was successfully bleeped). “Sorry, Mom.”
Doherty wrapped up her speech by expressing her love and gratitude towards the “Adolescence” team. The 33-year-old thanked creators Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne and director Philip Barantini. Her speech also included a shoutout to co-stars Hannah Walters and Owen Cooper.
Doherty’s heartfelt speech also included a touching tribute to mental health professionals. The Chloe actress dedicated her performance as forensic psychologist Briony Ariston to the real-life heroes who support people through tough times. Netflix’s Adolescence is a gripping four-episode limited series that unravels the complex world of Jamie Miller’s family, a teenager accused of stabbing his female classmate to death.
Originally written by Sibanee Gogoi on Mandatory.
