Demi Moore is stunned after receiving her first acting award at 62: "I've been in the industry for over 45 years."

Although Demi Moore had a successful career as a Hollywood star for many years, she did not anticipate receiving a Golden Globe on stage.

The actress, who made her TV debut in 1978 and starred in her first film in 1981, was taken aback when her name was called Sunday night. "I really wasn't expecting that," she said after stepping up to the microphone. "I'm just in shock right now."

""Over 45 years, I've been doing this, and now, this is my first win as an actor. I'm so humbled and grateful," she said in her speech."

"At that moment, I interpreted it as meaning that I wasn't allowed to have that [award], even though I could make successful movies and earn a lot of money, but I wouldn't be recognized for it," she stated.

Moore stated that she "bought in" and believed in herself as a performer, but thinking of herself as that type of artist "eroded" her belief in herself as an artist.

As she grew older, she contemplated that her time in the spotlight may be waning and she had "fulfilled my duty."

At a low point, I received a magical, courageous, out-of-the-box script called 'The Substance,' and the universe conveyed 'you are not done.'

Elisabeth Sparkle, played by Moore, is a celebrity who is fired from her job due to her age and goes to great lengths to regain her youth in the body horror film. The film has received positive reviews, with Moore's performance being highly praised.

"This celebration marks my completeness and the love that motivates me," she stated. "It also serves as a reminder of my ability to do something I enjoy and belong."

Nicole Kidman, who was nominated for her performance in "Babygirl," last year, stated that her height made it challenging to break into acting.

"The 5' 11" actress recounted how she was told she wouldn't have a career due to her height when she auditioned for "Annie." She had to convince the casting directors to let her in, as they were measuring her before she entered the room. She felt embarrassed and mortified, as she was over the height requirement."

Her resilience, which she described as her "superpower," was developed after experiencing success following numerous rejections.

"My daughters understand that the key to success is not in the outcome, but in how they handle other people's responses. That inner strength as a human being is the true superpower."

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