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Jo Koy's Golden Globes Hosting Criticized, Defended by Celebrities

Despite backlash and potential career impact, Koy expresses willingness to host again with more preparation time

  • Comedian Jo Koy's hosting of the 81st Golden Globes has been widely criticized, with his jokes about Taylor Swift, Barbie, and Oppenheimer falling flat with the audience.
  • Koy blamed his writers for the poor reception and claimed he only had 10 days to prepare for the event.
  • Several celebrities, including Whoopi Goldberg, Steve Martin, and Melissa Rivers, have defended Koy, highlighting the difficulty of hosting such events.
  • Despite the backlash, Koy stated he enjoyed the experience and would consider hosting again if given more preparation time.
  • Koy's upcoming tour dates are reportedly struggling to sell out, potentially indicating a negative impact on his career following the Golden Globes controversy.
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