Get ready for a tame Golden Globes this year. Comedian Nikki Glaser is warning viewers—don’t expect any wild, cutting-edge humor. She’s setting the stage for a show that’s “toothless.”
No Trump Jokes, no Scandals
In an interview, Glaser revealed that she won’t be making jokes about Donald Trump. She also plans to steer clear of the Blake Lively-Justin Baldoni scandal.
“I’m not gonna go so hard that anyone’s gonna be offended,” she said. “I’ve made a point not to, and that’s not to disappoint anyone who’s hoping I’m going to pull a Ricky Gervais.”
Nikki Glaser vs. Ricky Gervais: A different Approach
Glaser’s words might come as a shock to fans hoping for the biting humor that past hosts like Ricky Gervais, Tina Fey, and Amy Poehler brought to the stage. These stars never held back when it came to roasting Hollywood’s finest.
But Glaser? She’s playing it safe.
In fact, she even mentioned how she’s not going to burn bridges the way Gervais did on his final Golden Globes hosting gig. “He really went hard on his last one. He was ready to burn some bridges,” Glaser explained. “But I’m just starting out. This is my first Golden Globes. I’m not Ricky Gervais.”
The End of Scorched-Earth Humor
For years, the Golden Globes had a reputation for being sharp-tongued and scandalous. Hosts would tear into the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) and the stars in attendance. Who could forget when Jerrod Carmichael roasted the Beverly Hilton Hotel, owned by the Globes’ owner Todd Boehly, by referencing Whitney Houston’s tragic passing there?
But that’s all in the past.
Now, it seems like Glaser is more focused on keeping things light and non-confrontational. Her humor has earned a reputation for pushing boundaries, as seen in her jokes at the Tom Brady roast last year. But this time, Glaser promises to tone it down for the Globes audience.
A Softer, more Relatable Golden Globes
“They shouldn’t be nervous. It’s a great chance for them to look cool,” Glaser said. “People at home want to see the humanity behind the celebs. We love putting them on pedestals, but we want to see them laugh at themselves.”
So, if you were hoping for a roast-style comedy showdown, prepare to be disappointed. Glaser, despite her past risqué moments, is focusing on humor that’ll bring people together—not tear them down.
The Golden Globes’ new Strategy
The Golden Globes have a long history of unpredictable moments, but this year will be different. No scorched-earth jokes, no major scandals, just some light-hearted banter.
In the meantime, the Golden Globes pulled a new move this year, holding its first-ever version of the Oscars Governors Awards dinner just the night before. But, surprise, it wasn’t the only glamorous event in town.
Stars skip the Globes for Palm Springs
As it turns out, most of the stars weren’t in the mood to celebrate with the Globes. Instead, many opted for the Palm Springs Film Festival. It’s clear where the action was this year. A-list honorees like Ted Danson and Viola Davis, celebrated for their contributions to TV and film, attended the Globes dinner. But their presence was overshadowed by the absence of Hollywood’s biggest names.
Who could blame the stars? The Golden Globes’ decision to go low-key may have turned them off.
A safe, comfortable Show
So, what’s the takeaway here? Glaser is dialing it back. No Trump jokes. No scandalous digs at celebrities. Instead, expect a night of safe humor designed to make everyone feel a little more comfortable. After all, Glaser believes that celebrities should laugh at themselves and show their humanity.
It’s a shame for those hoping for a bit of controversy, but for now, we’re in for a more pleasant, less fiery Golden Globes. Will it be memorable? Only time will tell. But one thing’s for sure—the stars won’t be quaking in their seats this year.
