Where Was Rose Byrne’s Husband During the Golden Globes?

Bobby Cannavale Misses Golden Globe Win, Blames Reptile Expo

Bobby Cannavale might be feeling a bit regretful after missing his wife Rose Byrne’s big moment at the 2026 Golden Globes. The Ant-Man star was notably absent from the ceremony on January 11, and it turns out the reason was quite unexpected.

Byrne took home the award for Best Female Actor – Motion Picture – Musical/Comedy for her role in If I Had Legs, I’d Kick You. During her acceptance speech at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, she humorously addressed Cannavale’s absence. "I want to thank my husband, Bobby Cannavale," she said. "He couldn’t be here because we’re getting a bearded dragon, and he went to a reptile expo in New Jersey. So, thank you, baby."

The Bridesmaids star, who has been dating Cannavale since 2012, joked about his previous commitment during her appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on January 8. “He can’t come, which is such a bummer,” she said. “This expo is the place to go.”

Despite the absence, Byrne expressed enthusiasm about the new pet for their sons, Rocco, 9, and Rafael, 8. “I think they’re gorgeous,” she quipped. “I think they eat live crickets. I had a friend who had one and she said that crickets do escape sometimes.”

While Byrne was clearly excited about her Golden Globe win, she admitted she hadn’t prepared anything for her speech because she didn’t expect to beat heavy contenders like Cynthia Erivo (Wicked: For Good), Kate Hudson (Song Sung Blue), Chase Infiniti (One Battle After Another), Amanda Seyfried (The Testament of Ann Lee), and Emma Stone (Bugonia).

“This is such a shock,” she said. “I share this with Mary Bronstein, my writer/director. She wrote this unbelievable screenplay, and she wanted me to do it, and I can’t believe that you wanted me to do it, that you’re just the best and I love you.”

She also thanked the entire production team, saying, “Thank you for believing in me and giving me this opportunity. We shot this movie in 25 days for like $8.50. This is a tiny film, so this is a huge thing to be up here.”

Byrne’s win was just one of many highlights at the 2026 Golden Globes. Other notable winners included Noah Wyle, who accepted an award for his work in a standout performance.

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