Despite her accomplishments, Kate Winslet wasn't really keen on being called a 'legend' as host Nikki Glaser heaped praise on the 'Titanic' actress at the 2025 Golden Globes.
- January 7, 2025
AceShowbiz - Kate Winslet, who boasts an impressive career spanning decades, appeared visibly taken aback when host Nikki Glaser referred to her as a "legend" at the awards ceremony.
During her opening monologue, Glaser labeled Winslet, Cate Blanchett, and Colin Farrell as "legends" while addressing the star-studded audience at Los Angeles's Beverly Hilton Hotel. However, it was Winslet who had the most memorable responses, giving a look of cringe and a bewildered "why me?" face, as captured by the event's cameras.
Social media quickly picked up on Winslet's endearing reactions, prompting a flurry of tweets from amused viewers. Comments ranged from "Get ready for new Kate Winslet meme" to "Kate Winslet hiding from the camera is funnier than probably anything else we'll see tonight." One user even remarked, "Kate Winslet looks so miffed at being called successful. #GoldenGlobes."
Winslet's humorous moment came during a night of significant recognition. She was nominated for two Golden Globe awards: Best Performance by an Actress in a Drama Movie for "Lee" and Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or a Motion Picture Made for Television for "The Regime."
While she didn't clinch the latter award - the TV award went to Jodie Foster for "True Detective: Night Country" and the movie award went to Fernanda Torres for "I'm Still Here" - her presence was unmistakably felt throughout the evening.
Nikki Glaser, known for her sharp wit, didn't hold back during her monologue, teasing a range of celebrities from Ben Affleck to Harrison Ford. A particularly memorable moment was her joke involving Harrison Ford, Ariana Grande, and Zendaya Coleman.
"I was actually talking to Harrison backstage, and after he gave me his drink order, I asked him, I said, 'Would you rather work with Zendaya or Ariana?', and he said, 'Indica.' " Glaser's playful roast of the crowd set a lively tone for the night.
Glaser's humor extended to other big names and productions, including Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco, "Wicked," and "Joker 2," ensuring that the evening was filled with laughter and memorable soundbites. Among the memorable moments was Kate Winslet's candid and relatable reactions, proving that even Hollywood legends can feel a bit awkward about their own success.
