Garland won the Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy on March 30, 1955, for A Star Is Born.
At the 12th Golden Globe Awards, held on March 30, 1955, Judy Garland won the award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for her towering performance as Esther Blodgett/Vicki Lester in A Star Is Born (1954).
The role, which paired Garland's extraordinary singing talent with a wrenching dramatic performance, was widely considered a personal and professional triumph and a remarkable comeback following years away from the screen after her departure from MGM in 1950. Garland's performance in A Star Is Born is frequently cited by critics and historians as one of the greatest in film history.
Her Golden Globe win affirmed that Garland had successfully transitioned from her earlier persona as MGM's beloved girl-next-door into a mature dramatic and musical powerhouse. The performance also earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress that same awards season, a nomination that, despite her loss, remains one of the most discussed 'should-have-won' moments in Oscar history. The Golden Globe victory stands as a testament to her enduring artistry and resilience in the face of personal and professional struggles.