Golden Globes Host Nikki Glaser Reveals The Jokes That Were So Savage, She Had To Cut Them

At the Golden Globes, host Nikki Glaser captivated the audience with her unique charm and sharp humor, making her stand out from previous hosts like Jo Koy, who did not land as well with viewers.

Glaser is known for her bold and edgy jokes, which were evident in her performance. In her monologue, she even remarked that the latest movie, Challengers, was more sexually charged than the rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, catching many by surprise.

During an interview on SiriusXM’s The Howard Stern Show, Glaser candidly shared details about some of the jokes that were cut from her Golden Globes routine. She humorously noted that some of her planned material was too risqué for the live broadcast, leading to them being filed away as the "Stern File".

Here are some of the jokes that Glaser ultimately decided not to include in her opening monologue:

Cut Jokes from Nikki Glaser's 2025 Golden Globes Monologue

Alec Baldwin and Beetlejuice

In this joke, she mentioned, “Michael Keaton was fantastic in Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, but Alec Baldwin could not return as a ghost because he was too occupied making them,” referencing the tragic incident on the set of Rust.

Glen Powell vs Luigi Mangione

“Glen Powell is up for an award tonight for Hit Man, but who would have guessed he'd only be the second hottest hit man in America?”

Denzel Washington, Cocaine, and Kate Winslet

She started with, “Denzel Washington is present. Nothing has convinced more middle-aged men to wear earrings than Denzel Washington and cocaine.” Then she followed up with, “Kate Winslet is similar to cocaine—she’s white, frequently with Leonard DiCaprio, and I hope to see her at the after-party.”

Remarks about the Golden Globes

She playfully stated, “It’s such an honor to be here at the Golden Globes, Hollywood’s seventh most important night.”

Dax Shepard’s Podcast

Glaser joked, “The Golden Globes is the only event where you see the biggest stars gather with the goal of getting out before Dax Shepard invites them on his podcast.”

Diddy Trial

“Consider this; it might be the last time you'll all be in the same room until the Diddy trial.”

Adrien Brody Holocaust Joke

Addressing Adrien Brody earlier in the show, she remarked, “Oh, look, it’s two-time Holocaust survivor Adrien Brody.” Following this, she added, “If he could travel back in time, he’d thank baby Hitler for his career.”

Only Murder in the Building Actors

“Only Murder in the Building is fantastic, and it’s inspiring that legends like Steve Martin and Meryl Streep are still performing at such a high level. It shows you’re never too old to need money.”

Nicole Kidman and The Wild Robot

“The Wild Robot is nominated tonight, which is a reference to Nicole Kidman after two glasses of white wine.”

Daniel Craig in Queer

“Daniel Craig is nominated for Queer, which refers to both his film and what my uncle calls Wicked.

Nicolas Cage and Elvis

“Nicolas Cage is here tonight, looking well-rested after spending the night in Elvis‘ coffin.”

Amy Adams and Night Bitch

“Amy Adams is nominated for her role in Night Bitch, while I was overlooked for my role in 'Day Slut.'”

Anora and Matt Gaetz

“The film Anora has received four nominations. It has been labeled as the most realistic look at sex work since Matt Gaetz's payment history.”

Squid Games and Golden Globes Comparisons

“Squid Games features characters starving while competing ruthlessly for a prize. Oh, my mistake, that describes tonight's show.”

These cut jokes reflect a blend of controversial topics and humor that many will find both hilarious and bold. Fans are already calling for Glaser to host other award shows in the future, given her striking performance.

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