Google's 2026 Search Trends: Mikey Madison, Justin Baldoni, and 'The Hunting Wives' Make the List

As 2025 comes to a close, our online searches offer a snapshot of the years cultural moments. Google has unveiled its annual Year in Search report, revealing the queries that surged in popularity over the past year. Among the standout trends are first-time Oscar winner Mikey Madison, Taylor Swifts latest hit, and book suggestions for enthusiasts of The Hunting Wives.

Other notable entertainment searches in 2025 included:

• Fan-favorite PS4 first-person shooter available for under $5 on the PlayStation Store
• Updates on Peter Blakes storyline on Days of Our Lives
• Drew Barrymores revelation about the one thing she wouldnt allow Adam Sandler to do in their movies together
• A sleepy Golden Retriever capturing hearts with its fear of missing out in a viral video
• The Let Them Theory, a widely discussed life-changing tool
• Everything known so far about Season 3 of Maxton Hall The World Between Us
• Updates on the third season of Euphoria

These searches reflect the entertainment and pop culture moments that captured public attention in 2025, providing insight into what captivated audiences around the world.

Author: Riley Thompson