Chelsea Handler Praised for Critics’ Choice Hosting, Jo Koy Slams 'Soft' Celebs

Handler's performance contrasts with Koy's criticized Golden Globes hosting, as she receives praise for her monologue and handling of the awards ceremony.

Chelsea Handler, host of the 2024 Critics’ Choice Movie Awards, has been praised for her performance, particularly for her monologue where she made a joke at the expense of her ex, Jo Koy, who recently hosted the Golden Globes and was criticized for his performance.
Handler's joke was a jab at Koy's excuse for his jokes failing to land during the Golden Globes, where he blamed his writers and the short preparation time.
Handler also received praise for giving Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie the opportunity to give an acceptance speech for Barbie, which won big at the ceremony.
Koy, in his first stand-up performance since the Golden Globes, referred to the celebrity audience at the awards show as 'soft' and 'marshmallows'.
Despite the criticism, Koy has received support from fellow comedians, including Kevin Hart and Michael Che, who warned fellow comics against hosting future award shows.