The 2025 Golden Globe Awards brought glitz, glamour, and a dose of Marvel magic to the night. Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan, beloved stars of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), shared a heartwarming moment that had fans talking.
ANTHONY MACKIE AND SEBASTIAN STAN’S FRIENDSHIP
Mackie is gearing up for his role in Captain America: Brave New World.
He took to the stage to present the award for Best Animated Motion Picture. Joining him was Hollywood legend Harrison Ford, who co-stars in the upcoming Marvel blockbuster, according to The Rolling Stone.
In a playful gesture, Mackie gave a shoutout to Sebastian Stan, his The Falcon and the Winter Soldier co-star, and close friend.
“We’re still friends with Sebastian Stan, by the way,” Mackie quipped, forming a hand-heart gesture as the audience erupted in laughter.
ANTHONY MACKIE AND SEBASTIAN STAN IN MARVEL
The endearing moment quickly went viral on social media, with South African Marvel fans joining the online celebration.
Sebastian Stan, attending the ceremony as a nominee, also left the night with a Golden Globe win, according to ABC News.
While on the red carpet, he teased fans with details about his upcoming Marvel project, Thunderbolts.
“Thunderbolts is very singular and will stand on its own,” Stan said. “These are bold words, but there’s no other Marvel group you can compare them to. Think of it as The Breakfast Club, but with superpowers.”
CAPTAIN AMERICA AND THE WINTER SOLDIER
His comments sparked excitement among fans, eager to see this unique addition to the MCU.
The spotlight on Anthony Mackie stems from his lead role in Captain America: Brave New World. Sam Wilson, formerly the Falcon. He now wields Captain America’s iconic shield while keeping his Falcon wings.
The film’s plot centres on Sam navigating a global crisis after a tense meeting with the newly elected U.S. President, Thaddeus Ross, played by Harrison Ford, according to Entertainmnet Weekly.
With a sinister global conspiracy in motion, Sam races against time to uncover the mastermind. The film also stars Danny Ramirez as the new Falcon, with Julius Onah directing and Kevin Feige producing.
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South African fans will soon get to watch this thrilling adventure.
The movie is set to release on 14 February, just in time for Valentine’s Day. It will be available in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
The Marvel fandom in South Africa continues to grow, with many eagerly awaiting Captain America: Brave New World.
“We’ve been following Anthony Mackie’s journey since The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. It’s inspiring to see him take on the Captain America mantle,” said Ntando Maseko, a fan from Johannesburg.
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The film is expected to rake in billions globally. With Mackie at the helm and Ford’s addition as Red Hulk, this movie promises to be a blockbuster.
As the Marvel Cinematic Universe expands, moments like Mackie’s shoutout to Stan remind fans of the camaraderie that makes the franchise special.
The Golden Globes proved not just a night of awards but also a celebration of friendship and storytelling.