Comedian Nikki Glaser set to host 82nd annual Golden Globes in 2025, says she's 'absolutely thrilled'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The 82nd annual Golden Globes will be hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser in 2025, CBS announced on Wednesday, August 27. This follows Glaser's career receiving renewed attention after her sensational performance on the Tom Brady roast on Netflix on May 5. 

“I am absolutely thrilled to be hosting the Golden Globes. It’s one of my favorite nights of television and now I get a front-row seat (actually, I think I have to host from the stage),” Glaser, 40, said in the network’s press release announcing the news, according to New York Post. 

“The Golden Globes is not only a huge night for TV and film, but also for comedy. It’s one of the few times that show business not only allows, but encourages itself to be lovingly mocked (at least I hope so). (God, I hope so),” she continued, adding "It’s an exciting, yet challenging gig because it’s live, unpredictable and in front of Hollywood’s biggest stars (who also might be getting wasted while seated next to their recent exes).”

Nikki Glaser was one of the comedians who roasted Tom Brady

Nikki Glaser, one of the comedians who ridiculed the former quarterback on Netflix's Brady special, told Vanity Fair, “Tom Brady knows my name now. In his joke, he didn’t say it fully, but he said ‘Glaser.’ He said it right. I will never get this much attention until I die. I have an inkling of what it feels like to be Taylor Swift on a really slow day for her.” 

At the time, Glaser, who has been a professional comedian for over 20 years, said, “I ascended in my career more than I ever have, overnight. It just doesn’t happen today with how oversaturated the content is — that all eyes are on something like this.” She quipped, “Outside of Will Smith slapping me, I don’t think I’ll get this much attention as a comedian in my life.”

Nikki Glaser claims some of her favorite jokes have come from past Golden Globe hosts

Additionally, Nikki Glaser mentioned in her Golden Globes statement that some of her favorite jokes have been from previous hosts Ricky Gervais, Tina Fey, and Amy Poehler. They “have said exactly what we all didn’t know we desperately needed to hear. I just hope to continue in that time-honored tradition (that might also get me canceled),” she said, adding “This is truly a dream job.” 

She continued, “Plus, I no longer have to feel guilty for every TV show and movie I’ve binged over the past year. It was all worth it. (“Below Deck: Sailing Yacht” Season 4 will be nominated, right?).”

Helen Hoehne, president of the Golden Globes, said in a statement, “Nikki Glaser is a comedic powerhouse whose daring and unfiltered humor is the perfect match for the Golden Globes.” She added, “She is sure to bring a unique energy and spontaneity to the show that will keep the audience entertained all night.” The 2025 Golden Globes will air Sunday, January 5, at 8 pm on CBS.

Internet congratulates Nikki Glaser after being announced as the host of Golden Globes

The comedian's announcement as the prestigious award ceremony's host for the following year thrilled netizens. One user wrote, "That's awesome! Well done. Now more people can get to know and love you like we do." Another added, "Soooo here for this!! LFG!! So happy for you, @nikkiglaser !! 🫶🏼🫶🏼" "The hot streak continues! Congrats 🍾" remarked while someone else said, "We can’t wait! ✨"

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