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Jimmy Kimmel used his late-night monologue to question how any deal with Iran could work under Donald Trump, calling the administration’s government undemocratic and berating the hardline demands around a ceasefire, a critique that played differently with the audience and echoed critiques seen in coverage of the talks.
Comedian Conan O'Brien quipped about Turning Point USA’s alternative halftime show led by Kid Rock during his Oscars monologue, referencing TPUSA and the political twists surrounding the ceremony.
Conan O'Brien opened the 2026 Oscars with a controversial Epstein/Prince Andrew joke to set a grittier tone, then riffed on Michael B. Jordan replacing seat fillers as the ceremony moved on.
Comedian Conan O’Brien took aim at Donald Trump during the Oscars’ opening and between presenter moments, delivering political quips such as a joke about renaming the Kennedy Center and MAGA-era moves, highlighting his sharp, nonpartisan humor and Oscar-host legacy.
Conan OBrien delivered a rapid-fire Oscars monologue at the Dolby Theatre that mixed brisk jokes about Timothée Chalamet, Sean Penn, and Ted Sarandos with broader political and social jabs, including commentary on healthcare and Epstein-file controversy, and concluded with a sincere note about global uncertainty and optimism amid ongoing turmoil.
Harry Styles made a surprise cameo during Ryan Gosling’s SNL monologue, sitting in the audience and triggering a playful moment as Gosling tried to keep his bit on track; the crowd cheered, there was a split-screen gag, and Styles teased that he’ll host SNL next week.
Jimmy Kimmel roasted Donald Trump’s State of the Union address in a biting late-night monologue, calling the speech rambling and accusing the president of censorship, sending goons to arrest and kill American citizens, and enriching himself while neglecting health care and social needs.
Nikki Glaser shared on The Howard Stern Show which jokes she cut from her Golden Globes opening, including lines about Sean Penn and Leonardo DiCaprio, and explained some material doesn’t land in the room; she says some jokes stay in the room, she consulted Penn beforehand, and she wore a Rob Reiner tribute via a Spinal Tap ball cap at the end of the show.
Nikki Glaser explained on The Howard Stern Show why this year’s Golden Globes avoided political jokes and shared material that was cut from her monologue — including a Trump Beverly Hilton gag Steve Martin had sent but urged her not to use — while also noting CBS edits and her Las Vegas residency with David Spade.
Nikki Glaser opened the 83rd Golden Globes as host with an 11‑minute monologue that skewered numerous male stars—Clooney, DiCaprio, Penn and more—while noodging Guillermo del Toro and James Cameron, and poking fun at herself, all delivered from a scarlet‑gowned stage at the Beverly Hilton.
Nikki Glaser opened the 2026 Golden Globes with a fast-paced, no-holds-barred 10-minute monologue that roasts Hollywood A-listers—from Leonardo DiCaprio and Wicked to CBS News—while joking about dating history and the Epstein scandal; the host delivered a sharp, well-received performance as she returns for a second year, with a Hulu stand-up special and a recent SNL hosting stint in her repertoire.
Nikki Glaser hosted the 83rd Golden Globes for a second time, delivering a sharp, crowd-pleasing monologue that roasted the Department of Justice and CBS News while riffing on a slate of stars and current events, including jabs at Sean Penn, Timothée Chalamet, Leonardo DiCaprio and more.
Nikki Glaser's edgy and raunchy SNL monologue on November 8 sparked a divided reaction among viewers, with some praising her boldness and dark humor, while others criticized her for making light of sensitive topics like sex trafficking and abuse, highlighting a split in audience reception.
Amy Poehler, hosting SNL's 50th anniversary, humorously addressed the rise of AI and its impact on Hollywood, joking about AI's inability to write jokes and her own willingness to do full frontal, while celebrating the show's milestone.
Bad Bunny addressed the backlash over his selection as the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show headliner during his 'SNL' monologue, expressing his excitement and emphasizing the significance for the Latino community, while also making light of the criticism and political comments surrounding the announcement.