Los Angeles, January 12, 2026 — Comedian Nikki Glaser returned to host the 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards on Sunday night, delivering a sharp, self-aware opening monologue that didn’t shy away from controversy — especially when it came to the very network airing the show.

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Broadcast live from the Beverly Hilton on CBS (and streaming on Paramount+), Glaser kicked off the ceremony with her signature biting humor.

After poking fun at Hollywood’s star-studded crowd by referencing the heavily redacted Jeffrey Epstein files — quipping that many A-listers were “on a list that has been heavily redacted” and awarding “Best Editing” to the Justice Department — she turned her sights on CBS News.

“And the award for most editing goes to… CBS News,” Glaser declared to gasps and laughter from the audience. “Yes, CBS News: America’s newest place to see BS news.”

The line landed perfectly, earning big applause and quickly going viral. It appeared to reference recent controversies at the network, including editorial decisions, leadership changes under new influences, and pulled segments amid a turbulent year for legacy media.

Here are some highlights from Nikki Glaser’s opening monologue at the 2026 Golden Globes:

Glaser, who made history in 2025 as the first woman to host the Globes solo, proved her sophomore outing was just as fearless.

She roasted attendees like Leonardo DiCaprio for his well-known dating patterns (“You’ve accomplished all of that before your girlfriend turned 30”), Sean Penn’s rugged look (“What if I slowly morphed into a sexy leather handbag?”), and even the industry’s obsession with youth and relevance.

The monologue set a lively tone for the night, balancing insider jabs with crowd-pleasing energy. Glaser’s willingness to bite the hand that feeds her — roasting CBS while standing on its stage — added an extra layer of irony and boldness that critics and viewers alike praised as one of the evening’s strongest moments.

As the ceremony honored the best in film, television, and the newly added podcast category, Glaser’s opening reminded everyone why she was brought back: her fearless wit cuts through the glamour without losing the fun.

With nominations led by films like One Battle After Another (9 nods) and strong TV contenders, the 2026 Globes promised a night full of surprises — but few could top Glaser’s audacious start.