You Won't Believe What Was in Nikki Glaser's Bag on Globes Red Carpet

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Nikki Glaser was doing it simply for the look.

The host of the 2025 Golden Globes admitted on the red carpet that alongside her stunning custom gold ensemble by Prabal Gurung , she had a globe-shaped purse that simply included “air.”

“It’s just a look,” the 40-year-old told WWD on Jan. 5 ahead of the show. “There’s nothing in there. It’s a globe and a weapon.”

Nikki proudly held up the sphere-shaped micro bag, as she admitted that her assistant held on to her belongings while she worked the red carpet.

While hosting (and roasting) inside of the venue, the comedian turned heads as she appeared on stage in a variety of different looks that ranged from two bedazzled moments, two classic black cocktail dresses, and a bold red strapless gown, before ending the night in a velvety leopard-print gown.

Nikki had the help of celebrity styling duo Dani Charlton and Emma Rubenstein (also known as Dani + Emma) when it came to curating the looks for the evening.

And the style was a bonus, as the Trainwreck actress admitted prior to the show that she was more than ready to work the room filled with A-list talent including Glen Powell, Angelina Jolie, Timothée Chalamet and more.

"I don't run into these people a lot," Nikki explained to Live From E!: Golden Globes' Zuri Hall Jan. 5 while detailing how she never would have imagined she'd be taking the Golden Globes stage a decade ago. "So, I'm standing up there and it's blowing my mind that Angelina Jolie has to listen to me talk for nine minutes."

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However, she was ready to run through her monologue—which was a hit with the crowd and audiences inside.

"I am so good. I am feeling so ready. I can’t wait to perform,” the comedian added. "The nerves aren’t there yet. I just got done with rehearsal, feel so comfortable with it. I just am like, ‘God, I can’t wait to tell this to a room full of people.’ It’s going to be so much fun.”

Keep reading to look back at Nikki Glaser's 2025 Golden Globes moments…

Opening Monologue

While there's no official trophy for opening monologue, Nikki Glaser won over many viewers with her routine at the start of the 2025 Golden Globes.

"Good evening and welcome to the 82nd Golden Globes," she began after taking the stage at the Beverly Hilton hotel on Jan. 5, "Ozempic’s biggest night."

Over the next 10 minutes, Nikki made jokes about several stars—including Harrison Ford, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban. She also referenced several headline-making moments in pop culture, including Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's engagement and the meme of Ariana Grande holding Cynthia Erivo's finger during the Wicked press tour.

Plus, the comedian had a few NSFW zingers, including that one about Ben Affleck and another about Glen Powell.

"Glen, you were in everything: Twisters, Hit Man, my head when I'm having sex with my boyfriend," she said. "Thank you so much for the assist. I'll see ya tonight."

Another hilarious part of Nikki's opening act was when she playfully teased Timothée Chalamet, who was nominated in the Best Actor in a Motion Picture—Drama category for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown and brought Kylie Jenner as his date.

"Timothée, you’re just so great at playing these beloved eccentrics—Dylan, Willy Wonka. Who’s next? Adam Sandler?" she said. "Please! Actually, your name sounds like something Adam Sandler would say."

And after asking, "Sandler, can I get a 'Chalamet?'" the Happy Gilmore star obliged and said the name in his iconic voice.

Keeping the Jokes Coming

But the funny moments didn't end there. Nikki continued to bring the laughs throughout the night—like when she made a lighthearted jab at how many celebrities turn to plastic surgery.

"I just want to say you all look so amazing tonight," the comic told the audience. "You really brought it. And I love where you put your cheekbones. I don't judge. I'm doing it too now. Yeah, I also recently started 'drinking more water.' 'Meditating?' Oh, doing lots of that. I love how meditating removes your eyelids. It's really convenient."

Pope-ular

And who could forget about her musical number?

"There were so many great movies this year—from Wicked to Conclave," Nikki told the crowd. "Wait, that just gave me an idea."

Wearing a pink dress Glinda surely would love, she grabbed a Wicked wand and put on a mitre as a nod to Conclave's story about electing a new pope. Then, she sang her own rendition of Wicked's "Popular" that she called "Pope-ular."

However, the skit was short-lived as Nikki pretended to get a message from a showrunner telling her to cut the bit.

The Scoreboard

"So much has already happened in the first half, and the acceptance speeches have been on fire," she shared. "Who got shouted-out the most? Let’s look at the numbers."

Then, Nikki turned to a scoreboard that showed the results of who received the most mentions during the speeches.

"Cast and crew are leading the way with 11 mentions," the 40-year-old noted. "Moms are holding strong with three shout-outs. God—creator of the universe—zero mentions. And Mario Lopez, host of Access Hollywood, one."

Fashion

Not only did Nikki rock the mic, but she also turned the Golden Globes stage into her runway—making at least 10 different outfit changes from the red carpet to the end of the show.

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Family Night Out

Of course, Nikki wanted to celebrate her big night with her nearest and dearest. So she walked the red carpet with her parents and sister for a family night out.

And after all the celebrations, Nikki gave a special shout-out to her mother (add it to the scoreboard!) noting that Julie Glaser deserves the "best mom award."

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