Gretchen Ho Reacts to Jo Koy’s Hosting
GRETCHEN HO – The TV personality released a statement regarding the hosting of Filipino-American comedian Jo Koy at the 2024 Golden Globe Awards.
Jo Koy, whose real name is Joseph Glenn Herbert, is a Filipino-American stand-up comedian and actor. Born on June 2, 1971, in Tacoma, Washington, Jo Koy gained popularity for his observational and self-deprecating comedy style. He often incorporates his Filipino heritage and experiences into his comedic routines, making him relatable to a diverse audience.
Jo Koy’s comedy career took off after appearing on various comedy specials and late-night talk shows. He has released several successful comedy albums, including “Don’t Make Him Angry” (2009) and “Lights Out” (2012). His Netflix stand-up specials, such as “Jo Koy: Live from Seattle” (2017) and “Jo Koy: Comin’ In Hot” (2019), further expanded his global audience.
The hosting of Jo Koy at the 2024 Golden Globes generated a diverse reaction as viewers criticized his jokes for being “tasteless” and “awkward.” Throughout his monologue, Jo Koy aimed at nominated movies and actors, but many of his jokes lacked impact, and he faced challenges in connecting with the audience and celebrity guests.
One particularly controversial moment occurred when Jo Koy made a remark about the movie “Barbie,” which was labeled as “misogynist.” He commented on the character’s physical appearance, stating, “Barbie was based on a plastic doll with big boobs,” and joked about being attracted to a plastic doll.
Christopher Nolan’s film “Oppenheimer” was another target, with Jo Koy expressing dissatisfaction with its length and humorously declaring a New Year’s resolution to finish watching the three-hour film by 2025.
A joke about Taylor Swift and her relationship with football player Travis Kelce received a chilly response, even from Taylor herself. Jo Koy drew a comparison between the Golden Globes and the NFL, highlighting fewer camera shots of Taylor and referencing her connection to the football world.
On X, Gretchen Ho expressed her opinion about Jo Koy’s hosting. “Hosts are always, always responsible for their scripts. Whether it’s your own or not, at the end of the day, it’s your face and career on the line. This was such a huge stage, and a wasted opportunity,” said Gretchen.