The 2025 Golden Globe Awards lit up the Beverly Hilton Hotel, and host Nikki Glaser made sure it was a night to remember.
Known for her razor-sharp wit, Glaser didn’t hold back as she took the stage, delivering a hilarious opening monologue that poked fun at Hollywood’s biggest stars.
Her humor, a blend of edgy and relatable, brought a fresh energy to the ceremony, earning her comparisons to Ricky Gervais, the last host to make such a lasting impression back in 2020.
Glaser, who rose to fame after her iconic roast of Tom Brady, approached the night with confidence and charm, making it clear she was up to the task.
Memorable One-Liners
Setting the Tone
From the very first joke, Glaser had the audience laughing.
“I feel like I’ve finally made it—surrounded by producers at the Beverly Hilton, and this time, all my clothes are on!” she quipped, setting the tone for an evening of sharp humor.
Jabs at the Industry
Glaser took playful digs at Hollywood clichés, remarking, “You’re all so famous, talented, and powerful.
You can do anything—except tell people who to vote for.”
She seamlessly blended humor with commentary on the industry, keeping the audience on their toes.
Pop Culture References
From movies like Wicked and The Joker 2 to stars like Zendaya and Timothée Chalamet, Glaser’s jokes covered it all.
“Zendaya, you were incredible in Dune.
I woke up for all your scenes,” she teased, drawing laughs from the crowd.
Highlights from the Monologue
Celebrities in the Spotlight
Glaser didn’t shy away from poking fun at Hollywood royalty.
She called out Nicole Kidman for her incredible work ethic, joking, “This is your 20th Golden Globe nomination.
Thank you for working so hard—and thank Keith Urban for playing guitar around the house so much that you need to make 18 movies a year!”
A Nod to Hollywood Comebacks
Glaser also took aim at the double standards in Hollywood, saying, “If you’re a woman over 50 in a lead role, they call it a comeback.
If you’re a man over 50, congrats, you’re about to play Sydney Sweeney’s boyfriend.”
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