Nikki Glaser Returns as Host for 2026 Golden Globes, Marking Historic Back-to-Back Stint

The Golden Globe Awards will be held again in January 2026, with Comedian Nikki Glaser and Actress Nikki hosting for the second consecutive time. The announcement came in the wake of her successful debut at the 2025 ceremony as the first-ever solo female host, who has been on the receiving end of accolades for her brilliance and charm.

Glaser excitedly announced her return to the Globes stage, stating, "I can't wait to do it again and this time in front of the team from 'The White Lotus' who will finally recognize my talent and cast me in season four as a Scandinavian Pilates instructor with a shadowy past."

Her first hosting broke the barrier and injected a much-needed dose of life into the ceremony in unique Glaser comedic fashion. Helen Hoehne, the president of the Golden Globes, praised Glaser for introducing a "refreshing spark and fearless wit" to the show.

The Impact of Glaser's Hosting on the 2025 Golden Globe Awards

The 2025 Golden Globes ceremony, which Glaser hosted, averaged 9.3 million viewers, representing a 2% drop from the previous year. This minor drop aside, her reign was praiseworthy for energizing and entertaining the show, thereby setting a recent high watermark for awards-show hosts.

Glaser's Two-Year Hosting Streak

In an unusual year in which hosting duties transition every year, her two-year engagement is of note. The last consecutive hosts were Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, co-hosting from 2013 to 2015. Glaser's return provides newfound confidence to the Golden Globe Awards organizers, who believe she made a positive impact on the live audience and viewers at home.

Glaser's Career and Other Projects

Apart from the hosting gigs, Glaser enjoys a successful career in comedy and television. Other notable shows on which she worked include "Not Safe with Nikki Glaser", "Blind Date", and "FBoy Island". Her sharing of candid humor and stories has garnered a large, dedicated fanbase. the recent world stand-up tour, "The Good Girl", has only solidified that fanbase further.

Television and Stand-Up Comedy

Glaser's world stand-up tour, "The Good Girl", has been a major success, solidifying her standing in both the comedy and television worlds. Fans and insiders alike are excited to see her apply her unique comedic charm to the Golden Globe Awards ceremony once again.

The 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards in 2026

The 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards will be televised live on CBS and streaming live on Paramount+ in January 2026. With growing excitement, fans and insiders alike will be watching to see more of how Glaser will apply her own comedic charm to the ceremony, blazingly setting standards for others to follow.

A Shift Toward Inclusivity in Award Show Hosting

Glaser's return is not only a testament to her talent but also to a tentatively optimistic shift in award show hosting - a shift that embraces diversity and fresh perspectives. Her consecutive years of hosting are an inspirational feat for budding female comedians and hosts, painting a more inclusive era for Hollywood.

What to Expect from Nikki Glaser at the 2026 Golden Globes

As the days lead up to the 2026 Golden Globes, everyone will watch Nikki Glaser, whose audacious humor and dynamic demeanor are bound to render the ceremony an unforgettable event.