Jo Koy hosts the 81st Golden Globes

Comedian Jo Koy will host the 81st Golden Globe Awards, marking his first appearance in this capacity at a major awards show.

He steps into the role of Globes host after breaking sales records on his “Funny Is Funny World Tour,” which according to Pollstar was one of the most successful of the year, bringing in $29.4 million for 88 performances in arenas and theaters that the whole world was brought. .

Although the Golden Globes are almost always hosted by comedians these days, Koy’s appearance on stage is especially fitting in a year when the ceremony is introducing a category that reflects achievements in television stand-up, in addition to a film and box office category – Appreciate comedy. Achievement. The first nominees in the former include Chris Rock, Wanda Sykes, Trevor Noah, Sarah Silverman, Ricky Gervais and Amy Schumer.

This year’s Golden Globes Awards will air live on CBS and stream on Paramount+ on Sunday, January 7th at 5:00 PM PT. While Paramount+ with Showtime subscribers can access the three-hour telecast via their local CBS affiliate’s live feed as well as on demand, Paramount+ Essential subscribers must access it on demand the day after it airs.

“I have performed on many stages around the world in my career, but this one is going to be very special. “I am thrilled to be hosting the Golden Globes this year,” said Koy. “This is the moment I can make my Filipino family proud. Mahal Kita (Google it)!”

Helen Hoehne, president of the Golden Globes, said: “We are thrilled to have Jo host the 81st annual Golden Globe Awards and kick off Hollywood’s awards season with his infectious energy and relatable humor.” We can’t wait to see what he has. in anticipation of the stars in the room and a worldwide audience. We know Jo is doing his best.

Showrunners EPs Glenn Weiss and Ricky Kirshner added, “Jo’s real-life comedy is sure to entertain our honorees in the room at the Beverly Hilton and viewers at home.” We are delighted to be working with him on this year’s show to make it hilarious from start to finish.”

Koy is regularly seen at sold-out venues around the world, with a performance that often highlights memorable family interactions, and has been working as a comedian for nearly 30 years. He previously released five highly-rated specials on Comedy Central and Netflix after releasing his most recent: Joe Koy: Live from the Los Angeles Forumto the latter in 2022. Koy is also known for empowering newcomers to his circle, especially with the 2020 Netflix special Jo Koy: In its elementsfeaturing a selection of Filipino-American talent.

Last year, Koy got his first chance to direct a big film Easter Sunday, a college comedy based on his personal experiences and stand-up. He can also be seen on Disney haunted housein which he plays the role of Bendo in the Netflix series The Monkey Kingand will next be heard on the Paramount+ picture Tiger Apprenticewhich starts on February 2nd.

Weiss and Kirshner are the executive producers of this year’s Golden Globes for White Cherry Entertainment, with Weiss also directing. Other EPs include Barry Adelman and Hoehne. Dick Clark Productions plans, organizes and produces the annual ceremony, which is shown in more than 200 countries and territories around the world.