Nikki Glaser rips into Hollywood elite and makes shocking Epstein jab at Golden Globes – her 5 most ruthless jokes

NIKKI Glaser did not hold back on the Hollywood elite as she returned as Golden Globes host for the second time.

Nikki, who first hosted in 2025, shocked fans with jokes that ranged from Leonardo DiCaprio’s dating history to jabs at the DOJ over the Epstein files.

Nikki Glaser is hosting the Golden Globes for the second year in a rowCredit: Getty

Nikki Glaser opened the show with jokes about CBS NewsCredit: Getty Taking to the stage for the 83rd annual Golden Globes on Sunday night, the comedian didn’t hold back in her opening monologue.

EDITING AND THE EPSTEIN LIST “There are so many A-listers — and by A-listers, I do mean people who are on ‘A list’ that has been heavily redacted,” Nikki said as the room erupted in chatter.

“The Golden Globe for best editing goes to… the Justice Department!”

The joke comes as attention around revealing all of the information regarding sex offender Jeffrey Epstein continues to grow.

More than 20,000 new files were released in November, but Americans were disappointed to find that some documents were redacted with information blacked out.

After the Epstein list jab, Nikki took aim at CBS News after CBS and the Golden Globes announced in March 2024 that the two entered a five-year deal for CBS to broadcast the award show on its network and streaming service, Paramount+.

“And the award for most editing goes to CBS News,” Nikki said. “Yes, CBS News, America’s newest place to see BS news. We needed another.”

The dig comes off the back of CBS News making numerous programming and editorial changes in recent months.

Nikki went on to make jokes about some celebrities in attendance, including Leo, George Clooney and the iconic duo Kevin Hart and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.

LEO DATING HISTORY DIG “What a career you have had! Countless iconic performances,” she said to Leo.

“You’ve worked with every great director, you’ve won three Golden Globes [and] an Oscar.”

“The most impressive thing is that you were able to accomplish that all before your girlfriend turned 30,” Nikki quipped. “I mean, it’s just insane.”

Leo has made headlines for reportedly having a dating track record of women around the age of 25.

Leo, who was nominated for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for his role in One Battle After Another, is currently dating Vittoria Ceretti, a 27-year-old model. The pair’s romance started in the summer of 2023.

The romance followed a slew of relationships with women in their 20s. from Camila Morrone and Nina Agdal to Toni Garrn and Kelly Rohrbach.

Fans had mixed reactions to the joke.

“This is actually really funny,” one person wrote on X.

“Those jokes are so tired,” said another.

“Isn’t that joke old?” another X user said.

“Nikki Glaser making such a good joke about Leonardo DiCaprio, i laughed so hard, SAY GIRL,” another person wrote.

NESPRESSO ROAST + DYNAMIC DUO Nikki also singled out George in the crowd, who is nominated for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for his role in Jay Kelly.

“I’ve always wanted to ask you this question, and I know this is unprofessional, but I might not get a chance to do it again, so here goes: My Nespresso has been coming out watery. I’m wondering is that a pot issue? Or you think it might be the filter? Could you troubleshoot it for me later?”

The coffee-themed roast was a play on George’s longtime role as spokesperson for Nespresso.

George was seen laughing and playing along with her joke, nodding and mouthing a response to her.

Nikki then went on to call out an iconic acting duo, Kevin and The Rock, who have starred in several movies together, including Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.

Nikki referred to Kevin as The Rock’s “plus one-half,” calling the pair her “favorite comedy duo.”

“You’re like like Steve Martin and Martin Short for people under 50 IQ,” Nikki said. “You know what I mean? We need movies too.”

Kevin was spotted laughing at the joke and clapping at Nikki’s jokes.

Steve and Martin were in attendance for the Golden Globes with nominations for their show Only Murders in the Building. Cameras panned to the actors who erupted in laughter after the joke.

The 41-year-old previously told TMZ that she would not be playing it too safe with her jokes.

“Never too safe, you know. Safe enough. I want the job again,” she said. “I don’t want to ruin anyone’s night but I’m gonna have some fun.”

Leonardo DiCaprio arrives at the 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 11, 2026Credit: Getty