'Squid Game' Sweeps 6 Awards at U.S. Gold Derby: Lee Jung-jae, T.O.P, and Cast Turn Disappointment into Triumph

The global phenomenon 'Squid Game' has once again made history, sweeping six major honors at the 22nd Gold Derby Awards in the United States.

On the 18th (local time), the winners and honorees of the 22nd Gold Derby Awards—a prominent American pop culture ceremony—were announced.

Netflix's 'Squid Game' Season 2 was nominated for Best Drama Series and Ensemble of the Year, while Lee Jung-jae was recognized as a nominee for Best Actor in a Drama. Lee Byung-hun and Choi Seung-hyun (T.O.P) were both nominated for Best Supporting Actor, with Kang Ae-sim and Park Gyu-young also earning nods for Best Supporting Actress. Gong Yoo was nominated for Best Drama Guest Performer.



'Squid Game' clinched the night’s top honor, winning Best Drama Series. Lee Jung-jae also triumphed, taking home Best Actor in a Drama.

In addition, Kang Ae-sim and Choi Seung-hyun (T.O.P) were awarded Best Supporting Actress and Best Supporting Actor, respectively. Gong Yoo received the trophy for Best Guest Performer, and the 'Squid Game' cast was honored with the Ensemble Award.



Director Hwang Dong-hyuk, who helmed 'Squid Game,' expressed his gratitude through the official Gold Derby channel, saying, “Thank you to the Gold Derby team, fans, and members for giving such wonderful awards to 'Squid Game' and our cast. I always enjoy watching Gold Derby during awards season—sometimes I’m disappointed when predictions don’t go my way, but it feels like those disappointments are rewarded with amazing honors like this. I’ll keep tuning in!” he added with a touch of humor.

The Gold Derby Awards is an annual ceremony in the U.S. television industry, spotlighting the most talked-about dramas, films, and variety shows of the year.

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This article is a translated version of the original Korean article published by Xportsnews, originally written by Oh Seunghyun. This article was translated from Korean using AI-assisted tools and human review to deliver an accurate and culturally appropriate version for international readers.