The Golden Globes: Funny, Bold, and a Bit Odd

The 2026 Golden Globes had its share of laughs, surprises, and some questionable choices. Nikki Glaser was back as the host, and she did not disappoint. She had the crowd in stitches with her quick-witted jokes. Some were sharp, like the one about the Jeffrey Epstein files, while others were more lighthearted, like her joke about The Rock and the game rock, paper, scissors. One of her best jokes was a dig at her own network, CBS. She joked about the news division, saying, "And the award for most editing goes to. . . CBS News, " referring to a segment about an El Salvador prison that was pulled. She even did a mock advertisement for CBS News, calling it "America's newest place to see B. S. news. "Glaser also brought back some of her jokes from last year, like her impression of Adam Sandler saying Timothée Chalamet's name. She even used some jokes that didn't make it into last year's monologue, including a zinger at Steve Martin and Martin Short. She looked at them and said, "Keep proving to us that in this industry you are never, ever too old to still need money. " But it wasn't just Glaser who stole the show. Teyana Taylor, who starred in "One Battle After Another, " gave a heartfelt speech that left many in the audience emotional. Her genuine gratitude and humility were refreshing. The Globes also had some odd moments. The production choices were a mixed bag. Some were fun, like the pop songs that played when winners were announced. Others were a bit crass, like the betting odds for some categories. Overall, the 2026 Golden Globes was a night of laughter, tears, and a few head-scratching moments. It was a reminder that awards shows can be unpredictable, but that's part of what makes them fun.