Nikki Glaser returns for a second year as Golden Globe Awards host in 2026.
The comedian earned rave reviews for his targeted zingers Ben Affleck, Sean “Diddy” Combs i selena gomez during the 2025 eventso it’s no surprise that the producers signed her up to repeat. (Glaser is following in the footsteps of iconic Golden Globes hosts like Ricky Gervais, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler i Jimmy Fallon.)
The Golden Globe Foundation, which succeeded the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) as the awards program’s governing body in 2023, will also honor the best of television and film in front of a star-studded crowd in Beverly Hills.
In addition to the excitement of awards season, Sarah Jessica Parker i Helen Mirren are set to receive honorary Golden Globes in recognition of their work.
Nikki Glaser has been the name on everyone’s lips since the 2025 Golden Globes. The comedian might be making a repeat performance as an awards host for the future, as critics and stars alike praised Glaser’s opening monologue, despite how wild it was. “I’m not here to roast you tonight, and how (…)
Keep scrolling to learn more about the 2026 Golden Globes:
When are the Golden Globes 2026?
The 83rd Golden Globe Awards will be held on January 11, 2026. CBS and Paramount+ will broadcast live coverage of the ceremony.
Where are the Golden Globes 2026 taking place?
The Golden Globes will be held at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. The venue’s International Ballroom has been the official venue for the Golden Globes since 1961.
When will the 2026 Golden Globe nominations be announced?
Nominations for the 83rd Golden Globes will be announced on Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. PT. Celebrity presenters will be revealed closer to this date.
Who is hosting the Golden Globes 2026?
Nikki Glaser will return for a second year in a row to host the Golden Globes in 2026.
The Golden Globes Foundation and Dick Clark Productions were so pleased with her debut as host in January 2025 that they signed her up for a second year in March.
“Hosting the Golden Globes this year was without a doubt the most fun I’ve ever had in my career,” Glaser said in a statement. “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 dark past.
Amy Sussman/Getty Images The 2025 Golden Globes kicked off the awards season with a bang, and thanks especially to host Nikki Glaser, it was a night to remember. The 82nd Golden Globe Awards aired live on Sunday, January 5 from Beverly Hills, California, honoring the best performances in both film and television. Glaser, for his part, did (…)
President of the Golden Globes Helen Hoehne celebrated Glaser’s return after her triumphant debut as host.
“Nikki Glaser brought a refreshing spark and fearless wit to the Golden Globes stage this year. Her sharp humor and bold presence set the tone for an unforgettable night, making the ceremony feel vibrant and above all, fun,” said Hoehne.
Glaser was recruited to host the show after the comic I Koy received lukewarm reviews for its debut at the Golden Globes in 2024.
Who will receive the Carol Burnett Award?
The Golden Globes have given the Carol Burnett Award annually since 2019 in honor of “outstanding contributions to television on or off the screen.” The special award is considered the television equivalent of the Globes’ film-focused Cecil B. DeMille Award.
In November 2025, the Golden Globe Foundation confirmed that the recipient of the 2026 Carol Burnett Award will be Sex and the city i And so star Sarah Jessica Parker. Parker has previously won six Golden Globes throughout his career.
“Sarah Jessica Parker’s career embodies the very spirit of the Carol Burnett Award,” said the Golden Globes chairman. Hoehne said in a statement. “His pioneering impact on television and his dedication to storytelling across stage and screen have left an indelible mark on popular culture. We are honored to celebrate his extraordinary contributions to entertainment.”
Sarah Jessica Parker.
David Crotty/Patrick McMullan via Getty ImagesThe Globes will profile Parker’s life and career in the new Golden Night special, which will air on January 8, 2026 on CBS and Paramount+. This television special will offer “viewers an unprecedented look at the legacy of the honorees as they celebrate their work with personal stories, unforgettable moments from the Golden Globes, curated career retrospectives and special presenters.”
Previous recipients of the award have been included Carol Burnett herself in 2019, former talk show host Ellen DeGenerespioneering television production company Norman Lear, American Horror Story co-creator Ryan Murphy and sitcom icon Ted Danson.
Who will receive the Cecil B. DeMille Award?
The film-focused Lifetime Achievement Award, named after its first recipient, the director Cecil B. DeMille — will be awarded to Helen Mirren in 2026. Mirren has won three Golden Globes in the past, including Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama for 2006. the queen.
“Helen Mirren is a force of nature and her career is nothing short of extraordinary,” said the president of the Golden Globes Hoehne said. “His transcendent performances and commitment to his craft continue to inspire generations of artists and audiences alike. It is a profound honor to present him with the Cecil B. DeMille Award.”
Mirren will also appear in the Golden Night special on CBS and Paramount+ on January 8, 2026.