Chris Rock and other talents reject hosting the Golden Globes

2023-12-11 13:57:53

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December 11 2023, 7:57 am
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Barbie and Ken will likely take the Golden Globe stage next month, but show organizers have had a hard time finding someone with the “enthusiasm” to present the event.

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With the Golden Globe nominations announced Monday morning, the host is still being sought, CNN has learned. The two-time Oscar host, Chris Rockis among those who turned down offers to host the Jan. 7 ceremony, a source with knowledge of the talks told CNN, as were at least four other top comedic actors.

A representative for Rock declined to comment. Rock, who was also asked to host previous Golden Globes, last attended a major awards show in 2022, when Will Smith slapped him at the Oscars for telling a joke referencing the battle. by Jada Pinkett Smith against alopecia. Rock will likely be nominated at the upcoming ceremony in the new category of best stand-up comedy performance on television for his Netflix special, “Chris Rock: Selective Outrage.”

Others who have rejected

Another possible nominee for her performance in the Netflix series “Beef,” Ali Wong, was also contacted to host the ceremony, a source with knowledge of the matter told CNN. As Puck first reported, Wong turned down the job, the source said.

Will Arnett, Sean Hayes y Jason Batemanco-hosts of the “SmartLess” podcast, have rejected a joint offer to host the awards, two sources familiar with the deal told CNN.

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