The comedian’s monologue tackled redacted Epstein files, media censorship, and Hollywood power, earning online praise for gutsy delivery and raw honesty.As host of the 2026 Golden Globes, Nikki Glaser, 41, delivered sharp comedy with precision, and closed the night with a quietly powerful tribute.Her monologue took aim at big names, lit up social media, and ended with a nod to the late filmmaker, even in the absence of a formal in memoriam segment.Glaser began with a jab at the recently released, heavily redacted Jeffrey Epstein files.”It’s insane. There’s so many A-listers, and by ‘A-listers,’ I do mean people who are on ‘a list’ that has been heavily redacted,” she said. She followed it up with another punchline: “And the Golden Globe for best editing goes to the Justice Department.”

Next, she turned to CBS News, the very network broadcasting the show, calling it “America’s newest place to see BS News.” This came shortly after CBS reportedly pulled a “60 Minutes” segment on the Trump administration’s deportation of Venezuelan migrants.She also slipped in a shot at Warner Bros., using the ongoing bidding war between Netflix and Paramount as material while nodding to the success of “Sinners.”The online response was swift and positive. ” Another typed, “This was probably the best opener I have seen in a LONG time!! She is funny, while also being so likable and endearing. Total talent.”A third added, “That deserved a standing ovation imo 🤣,” while someone else remarked, “She gets award for best comment of the night.”