Golden Globes host Jo Koy admits he may have gone too far with brutal Taylor Swift snub
Golden Globe Awards host Jo Koy took a step back after cracking an NFL joke at Taylor Swift's expense during the 81st annual Golden Globe Awards.
Golden Globes host Jo Koy found himself on the receiving end of a stern look from Taylor Swift after he made a joke about her at the awards ceremony.
He quipped: "The big difference between the Golden Globes and the NFL? On the Golden Globes, we have fewer camera shots of Taylor Swift... there's just more to go to here."
Swift, who is known for her hit song 'Anti-Hero', didn't seem amused by the joke as she stared at the comedian while sipping her champagne.
The joke was a nod to her relationship with Kansas City Chief's player Travis Kelce, who often has Swift cheering him on at his NFL games.
Fans noted that Kelce wasn't at the awards as he was busy helping his team beat the Los Angeles Chargers.
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Jo has since appeared on GMA3: What You Need To Know and has reacted to the overwhelmingly negative reviews surrounding his hosting gig.
He said: "I think it was when the Taylor [Swift] one was just a little flat…It was a weird joke, I guess. But it was more on the NFL.
"I was trying to make fun of the NFL using cutaways and how the Globes didn’t have to do that. So it was more of a jab toward the NFL. But it just didn’t come out that way."
Speaking about the "tough gig" he said: "That’s a tough gig, I’m not going to lie.
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"I love the art of standup. It was cool the opportunity came to me, but hosting is just a beast. That’s about it."
After the awards, Entertainment Weekly chatted with the host at Billboard's Golden Globes afterparty about the viral gag.
When asked about his controversial joke, Jo replied sincerely: "Aww, man, it was cute. I was just saying it was cute," and added: "I was just saying it's less cutaways, that's all."
Taylor Swift's fans known as Swifties were quick to defend the pop superstar, criticising Jo for his insensitive joke.
One passionate fan wrote on X, previously Twitter: "Someone needs to get this host off the stage... I'm getting bad second hand embarrassment."
Another chimed in saying: "When are men gonna realise these jokes are not funny..." And a third commented: "Hate to see these hosts year by year taking failed jokes against Taylor."
Despite the jibe, Taylor sparkled at the Hollywood event in a stunning green gown and matching heels.
Even though Travis wasn't there, Taylor still seemed to have a blast with her friends. She was seen cheering from the crowd and chatting happily with Selena Gomez and Keleigh Sperry.
The 'Lover' singer was up for a new award at this year's Golden Globes. Taylor Swift was nominated for the Cinematic and Box Office Achievement for her concert film, 'Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour', alongside other big hits.
However, she missed out on the prize to the Barbie movie starring Margot Robbie. Despite the loss, Taylor showed her class by leading a standing ovation.
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