Nikki Glaser humorously critiques Joker 2 at Golden Globes 2025

Nikki Glaser made headlines at the 2025 Golden Globes by humorously criticizing "Joker 2" during her opening monologue. She joked about the film's absence at the event, highlighting its lack of nominations compared to the successful musical "Wicked." "Joker: Folie à Deux," starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, was a commercial failure and received no awards recognition. In contrast, "Wicked" earned four nominations, including best picture, musical or comedy, and acting nods for Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Glaser, who hosted the ceremony, aimed to bring fun to the event. She previously tested her material in comedy clubs and expressed her desire for audiences to enjoy her performance and want to see her host more shows in the future.