Comedian Nikki Glaser hosted the 2025 Golden Globes, and critics agree she nailed her first attempt. During the show, Glaser walked a fine line between mocking and celebrating the entertainment industry, displaying genuine happiness on stage.
However, in a recent interview with Howard Stern, Glaser shared some of the harsh jokes she cut from her monologue, including quips about Alec Baldwin, Nicole Kidman, and Hitler. These jokes were likely to have gone over well with most audiences but might not have been received kindly by certain guests or viewers familiar with sensitive topics.
Glaser also performed several other jokes that didn’t quite land as expected, such as one making light of the Catholic Church pedophile scandal, which she deemed too taboo for the audience. Despite this, she expressed her pride in handling sensitive subjects and acknowledged the importance of being respectful without being too serious.
In another interview with Stern, Glaser shared some of her writing process, revealing that even the funniest jokes can be flawed if not executed perfectly. The comedian admitted to having made a mistake during her monologue about Ben Affleck’s movie choices, but joked it still worked despite being 2 percent less funny.
Glaser concluded the interview by expressing gratitude for the platform and acknowledging that she genuinely enjoyed hosting the Golden Globes. She also expressed her desire to return next year, but noted that she wouldn’t be afraid to speak up if the offer didn’t meet her expectations.
Source: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/nikki-glaser-golden-globes-hosting-joke-regrets-1236102260