Posted: Monday, January 7, 2019

University of Evansville alumnus, Rami Malek '03, won his first Golden Globe award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture for his portrayal of Freddie Mercury in the film, Bohemian Rhapsody. 

Watch his behind-the-scenes Winner Cam interview on the Golden Globes website. 

The film was also awarded a Golden Globe for the Best Motion Picture in the drama category during the 76th annual awards ceremony on Sunday, January 6. 

This year marks Malek's first Golden Globe win. He was nominated twice before in 2016 and 2017, both for his role as Elliot in the series, Mr. Robot. In 2016, he won an Emmy Award for the same role.  

Malek studied theatre at the University of Evansville and graduated in 2003.