The Golden Globe Award for Best Actor is an annual accolade presented by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) to recognize outstanding performances by male actors in film and television. This award is part of the larger Golden Globe Awards ceremony, which honors excellence in the entertainment industry. The award is divided into two categories: Best Actor in a Motion Picture and Best Actor in a Television Series. Winners are selected through a voting process by HFPA members, and the award has been given since the inaugural ceremony in 1944, celebrating the achievements of actors across various genres and styles.