Trevor Noah mocks Trump at Grammys amid new Epstein files release: ‘The island is gone’

Trevor Noah mocked Donald Trump over deportations and joked about Greenland while referencing newly released Epstein files
PUBLISHED FEB 2, 2026
Trevor Noah cracked jokes about Donald Trump, Nicki Minaj and Jeffrey Epstein after Billie Eilish’s win, saying Trump wants Greenland (Timothy Norris/FilmMagic)
Trevor Noah cracked jokes about Donald Trump, Nicki Minaj and Jeffrey Epstein after Billie Eilish’s win, saying Trump wants Greenland (Timothy Norris/FilmMagic)


CRYPTO ARENA, LOS ANGELES: Grammy Awards host Trevor Noah took a sharp jab at Donald Trump while referencing the latest release of documents tied to the Epstein files just days earlier.

Trevor Noah hosts the 68th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
Trevor Noah hosts the 68th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

Noah referenced public outrage over Trump’s nationwide deportation operations during the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. Referencing Greenland, the host connected the joke to the Epstein files and said, “Epstein’s island is gone.” However, Trump has not publicly commented on Noah’s statement yet.

For those unaware, the Department of Justice (DOJ) released additional Epstein files.

Trevor Noah slams Trump at the Grammys

Trevor Noah created several buzzworthy moments while hosting the Grammys. He opened the ceremony with a monologue that included a pointed joke aimed at President Donald Trump and Nicki Minaj.

After Billie Eilish’s win, Noah again referenced Trump with comments tied to Jeffrey Epstein.

"Well there you have it, Song of the Year. Congratulations, Billie Eilish! Wow! That is a Grammy that every artist wants. Almost as much as Trump wants Greenland," he added.

President Donald Trump gestures during a meeting of his Cabinet in the Cabinet Room of the White House on December 02, 2025 in Washington, DC. A bipartisan Congressional investigation has begun regarding Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's role in ordering U.S. military strikes on small boats in the waters off Venezuela that have killed scores of people, which Hegseth said are intended
President Donald Trump gestures during a meeting of his Cabinet in the Cabinet Room of the White House on December 02, 2025 in Washington, DC (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

"Which makes sense. I mean, because Epstein’s island is gone, he needs a new one to hang out with Bill Clinton," he continued. "So, oh I told you it’s my last year! What are you going to do about it? Thanks. And what an amazing night it’s been."

Artists slam Trump immigration policies at Grammys

Several artists used the Grammy stage to criticize President Donald Trump, his immigration policies, and the Minneapolis chaos. Kehlani openly condemned the administration, while Gloria Estefan also spoke out against the ongoing crackdown.

Billie Eilish delivered an emotional acceptance speech urging people to “keep protesting,” while Bad Bunny drew loud cheers with remarks opposing ICE. Several attendees wore “ICE OUT” pins to signal support for anti-ICE demonstrations taking place across the country.

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