Are the Golden Globes still relevant?

As a television event, the Golden Globes drew millions of viewers. PHOTO: HOLLYWOOD FOREIGN PRESS ASSOCIATION/AFP
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SINGAPORE - The Golden Globes has long been seen as the looser, drunker cousin of the Academy Awards.

As a television event, its red carpet parades, featuring stars in fabulous clothes, drew millions of viewers. Champagne flowed freely at the tables, leading to its reputation as a tipsy affair.

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