Nikki Glaser Roasts Hollywood With Sharpest Jokes at the 2026 Golden Globes

Nikki Glaser proved that a sequel can sometimes be better than the original as she returned to host the 2026 Golden Globes, delivering a fast-paced opening monologue packed with sharp humor and self-aware commentary about Hollywood and its biggest stars.

In a 10-minute set that set the tone for the night, Glaser poked fun at everything from celebrity culture and blockbuster films to the entertainment industry’s obsession with youth and image. The audience, filled with A-listers, visibly braced themselves as Glaser moved effortlessly from joke to joke, balancing playful roasting with clever wordplay.

Some of the biggest laughs came from familiar targets. Glaser joked about George Clooney’s long-running Nespresso ads, teased Leonardo DiCaprio’s dating history, and made light of Kevin Hart’s height. She also took aim at major films and performances from the past year, including jokes about “Wicked,” Michael B. Jordan’s dual role in “Sinners,” and Timothée Chalamet’s physical transformation for an unexpected role.

Glaser didn’t limit her humor to actors alone. Directors like Guillermo del Toro and James Cameron were also included in the playful skewering, along with a closing joke aimed at comedy legends Steve Martin and Martin Short. Throughout the monologue, Glaser leaned into her reputation for fearless comedy, managing to roast Hollywood while still keeping the mood light and celebratory.

Hosting the Golden Globes for a second consecutive year, Glaser showed confidence and control, proving she could command the room while delivering laughs that resonated both in the ballroom and across social media. Her monologue quickly became one of the most talked-about

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