Ricky Gervais hosted the Golden Globes for the third year in the row, despite coming under fire for his jibes at the audience last year. He kicked off this year's edition at the Beverly Hilton Hotel by quipping, "So, where were we?"
Fashion Police host Kelly Osbourne arrived in a lot of dress.
Mildred Pierce star and nominee Evan Rachel Wood tweeted throughout the ceremony - and took to her Twitter account to complain that her family wasn't allowed into any of the after parties.
Glee star Lea Michele sparkled in this sexy dress...
While Lea's co-star Dianna Agron was red-hot with this detailed bodice.
Rooney Mara looked a far cry from her Girl With the Dragon Tattoo character on the red carpet.
Nominee Charlize Theron showed a lot of leg in this interesting dress.
George Clooney brought his new lady love, Stacy Keibler, along for the show.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie - who were both nominees on the night - on the red carpet.
Brad, who was still sporting a cane after injuring himself, was nominated for his role in Moneyball.
Meanwhile, Angelina's directorial debut In the Land of Blood and Honey was nominated in the best foreign language category.
New Girl star Zooey Deschanel shows off her brightly coloured gown.
Modern Family star Sofia Vergara had a thumbs up in the style stakes.
Heidi Klum shows off the daring back of her nude gown.
The Help star and best actress in a drama nominee Viola Davis channeled the divine in this plum Grecian-inspired outfit.
Elle MacPherson poses backstage in her gown.
Jessica Alba dazzled in her sparkling dress.
Idris Elba shows off his award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Mini-series or Motion Picture Made for Television for his role in Luther.
Game of Thrones fan favourite Peter Dinklage poses in the press room with his award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television.
American Horror Story's Jessica Lange is photographed with her award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television.
Matt LeBlanc poses with his Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series - Musical or Comedy for Episodes.
W.E. director Madonna shows off with the film's award for Best Original Song for the track Masterpiece.
The Help star Octavia Spencer poses in the press room with her Golden Globe for the Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture.
Michelle Williams poses with her best actress in a comedy or musical award for her role in My Week With Marilyn.
Hugo director Martin Scorsese poses with his Best Director award.
Meryl Streep poses in the press room with her award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama award for her role as Margaret Thatcher in The Iron Lady.
George Clooney poses in the press room with his award for the Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama award for The Descendants - which also took home the Best Motion Picture - Drama award.
It's a dog's life! Uggie the Dog from The Artist has one paw on the film's Best Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical Award in the press room.
Kooky comedy and buffoonery are on the agenda as the 65th Cannes Film Festival kicks off.
In the early days of Cannes, the stars could walk along the seafront mingling with the public. 
A galaxy of stars is set to converge on Cannes for the film festival, starting next week.
