Christian Bale Thanks 'Satan for Giving Me Inspiration' for Golden Globe-Winning Portrayal of Dick Cheney

The actor also thanked his wife Sibi Blazic, who told him “less is more,” when it comes to his acceptance speech. “Thank you for that advice,” Bale said as the crowd burst into laughter.

Bale also thanked his children and his fellow actors in the film.

For the trophy, Bale beat out fellow nomineesLin-Manuel Miranda(Mary Poppins Returns), Viggo Mortensen (Green Book), Robert Redford (The Old Man & The Gun), and John C. Reilly (Stan & Ollie).

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This is the second career Golden Globe award for Bale. The 44-year-old actor previously picked up the honor in 2011 for his supporting role inThe Fighter. He was also nominated in 2014 and 2016, for his leading performances inAmerican HustleandThe Big Short, respectively.

InVice, Bale playsformer Vice President Cheney. The role required him to pack on 40 pounds, something he didn’t mind doing. “It was more fun gaining the weight than losing it,” aslimmed-down Baletold reporters at the film’s world premiere in December.

As for how he gained the weight? “I’ve just eaten a lot of pies, so far,” he toldVariety,prior to filming.

Last year, James Franco won the Golden Globe in this category for his role inThe Disaster Artist.

source: people.com