Hollywood is bracing itself once again as Nikki Glaser steps back onto one of its biggest stages.
After delivering one of the most talked-about hosting performances in recent Golden Globes history, the comedian is returning to front the awards show, and expectations are sky-high.
Viewers are especially eager to see whether she’ll once again unleash the fearless, boundary-pushing humor that made headlines and left the room visibly tense last year.
Making History and Making Jokes Without Apology
Nikki, now 41, previously made history as the first woman to host the Golden Globes solo, and she did it her own way. Her opening monologue didn’t tiptoe around Hollywood sensitivities.
Instead, she fired off sharp jokes about major public figures including Sean “Diddy” Combs, Donald Trump, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., while cheekily dubbing the ceremony “Ozempic’s biggest night.”
Reflecting on the experience, she described it as the most fun she’s ever had in her career, joking that she hoped it would finally land her a role on The White Lotus as a mysterious Scandinavian Pilates instructor with a dark past.
How Nikki Decides Who Gets Roasted
With another hosting gig ahead, curiosity has grown around how Nikki approaches her jokes and whether she gives celebrities a heads-up.
Speaking on CBS Mornings, she admitted she hasn’t reached out to anyone yet but joked about wanting Sean Penn’s number for approval.
She explained that while she’s sometimes tempted to ask for permission, she usually decides against it.
In her view, asking in advance risks killing a joke.
Instead, she prefers to deal with the fallout later, ideally at an after-party when everyone’s had a few drinks.
Nikki also stressed that her goal is balance—getting laughs from viewers at home without completely ruining anyone’s night.
The Golden Globes Monologue That Shook the Room
Her last Golden Globes appearance left both the audience and viewers stunned.
Nikki referenced allegations surrounding Sean “Diddy” Combs while praising Zendaya’s performances, quipping that one of her films was “more sexually charged than Diddy’s credit card.”
She didn’t stop there. Jokes followed about baby oil, Hollywood after-parties, Trump’s election victory, and even a pointed line aimed at the industry’s political influence.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. also became a punchline, with Nikki joking about his freezer contents while listing popular TV shows.
Saturday Night Live and the Backlash That Followed
Nikki’s brand of humor has repeatedly sparked outrage, and her Saturday Night Live monologue in November proved no exception.
Viewers were horrified by jokes that touched on rape, incest, pedophilia, and sex trafficking.
Her references to Jeffrey Epstein, trafficking hotline posters, and dark humor about sexual violence drew immediate criticism, with many accusing her of crossing an unforgivable line.
Social media lit up with condemnation, and critics questioned how such material made it to air.
The Taylor Swift Controversy and a Rare Apology
Back in 2020, Nikki faced backlash of a different kind after body-shaming Taylor Swift in the Netflix documentary Miss Americana.
A joke about Swift being “too skinny” didn’t sit well with fans, especially given the singer’s openness about her struggles with eating disorders.
Nikki later issued a heartfelt public apology on Instagram, expressing regret for causing pain and admitting her admiration for Taylor.
Surprisingly to many, Taylor responded with kindness, thanking Nikki and sending her support, acknowledging that growth and learning are part of life.
A Podcast Rant That Sparked Another Firestorm
More recently, Nikki found herself in hot water after harshly criticizing a fellow attendee at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour.
On her podcast, she described a woman at the concert in cruel terms, suggesting she didn’t belong and even implying she had little to live for.
The woman, later identified as Lindsay Perrin, responded publicly on TikTok, explaining she was working for Rolling Stone and accusing Nikki of bullying.
The incident reignited debate over Nikki’s tendency to punch down rather than up.
Regret After Jokes About Gisele Bündchen
Nikki also stirred controversy during Netflix’s Roast of Tom Brady, where she cracked jokes about his ex-wife Gisele Bündchen.
While the format encouraged brutal humor, the fallout was real.
Brady later admitted the roast affected his family, prompting Nikki to reflect on whether he fully understood what he was signing up for.
She has since said she would apologize to Gisele if given the chance, acknowledging that some jokes may have crossed an emotional line.
Even Her Parents Aren’t Immune From the Drama
The comedian’s parents briefly became part of the controversy cycle after criticizing Julia Roberts’ interaction with Travis Kelce at a Taylor Swift concert.
Their remarks went viral, forcing Nikki to jokingly demand a public apology from them.
While her mother later walked back her comments, Nikki has since made it clear she plans to avoid mocking Julia Roberts altogether, having learned just how fiercely audiences protect “America’s sweetheart.”
So, What Happens Next?
With her second Golden Globes hosting gig approaching, Nikki Glaser knows all eyes are on her.
She’s testing material, gauging reactions, and fine-tuning jokes with extra care—especially when it comes to beloved stars.
Whether she tones things down or once again detonates comedic landmines across Hollywood, one thing is certain: Nikki Glaser won’t be ignored, and the conversation will continue long after the final award is handed out.
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