Jo Koy Takes Aim at the Royals During Golden Globes
Let’s dive right into it. On January 7, as the Golden Globes unfolded, not everyone was clapping and cheering during host Jo Koy’s opening monologue. The comedian, known for his sharp wit and humor, didn’t hold back when it came to poking fun at the royal family. It wasn’t just any joke—it was a jab that had the audience reacting in both laughter and shock.
As the cameras panned across the room, Jo, 52, dropped a line that left many in awe. He quipped, “It turns out Harry and Meghan Markle were still getting paid millions of dollars for doing absolutely nothing—and that’s just by Netflix.” The audience erupted in laughter, but the joke didn’t end there. The camera zoomed in on Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos, who sat in the crowd, adding an extra layer of comedic tension.
Double Dipping on the Royal Jokes
But wait, there’s more. Jo wasn’t done with his royal commentary. Later in the monologue, the Easter Sunday star revisited the topic of Harry and Meghan’s finances, referencing their lucrative deal with Netflix back in 2020. It wasn’t just about the money; it was about poking fun at how the couple has managed their image and financial dealings post-royal life.
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Jo cleverly tied in a nod to The Crown by saying, “How great was Imelda Staunton in The Crown? Wasn’t she amazing? The portrayal of the queen was so good, Prince Harry called her and asked her for money.” The line drew a mix of laughter and shocked faces from the audience. It was clear that Jo wasn’t just here to entertain but to spark conversation and debate.
And let’s not forget, his commentary didn’t stop at Harry and Meghan. Jo took a moment to reflect on the nominated TV shows of the night, especially Succession. “I love this year’s nominated TV shows, like Succession. Four beautiful seasons, and what did I learn? If you’re a billionaire, pull out. None of them are going to be like you. They’re all going to be a bad version of you,” Jo joked. He then hilariously added, “Succession has nine nominations. A great series about a rich, white, dysfunctional family, all scheming—oh, wait, that’s The Crown. I’m sorry.”
Harry and Meghan: The Royal Couple Who Were Not There
Now, here’s the twist. Harry, 39, and Meghan, 42, were nowhere to be found at the 2024 Golden Globes. Interestingly, the younger version of Harry was portrayed by Luther Ford in the sixth season of The Crown. It’s almost like Jo was weaving in a narrative thread that connected the real-life drama with the fictional portrayal on screen.
Meanwhile, social media was buzzing with reactions to Jo’s monologue. Some viewers couldn’t help but voice their opinions, calling out what they perceived as Jo’s “shade” toward the royal family. “This is so brutal,” one person wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter, while another echoed, “That was a brutal opening.”
Not everyone agreed with the humor, though. One commenter defended Harry and Meghan, saying, “They are the ongoing joke, so boring and old that it’s not even funny anymore, more like pathetic.” Another chimed in, reflecting on Jo’s performance, “Jo Koy just absolutely bombed in that monologue … that was brutal.” Clips of Jo’s royal digs quickly went viral, sparking even more conversation online.
A Royal Win for The Crown
And just when you thought the night was all about jokes, Elizabeth Debicki took home the award for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Princess Diana in The Crown. In her acceptance speech, she took a moment to thank those who made her journey possible. “Thank you so much! Thank you to the creatives of this show for trusting me with this part,” she said. “To cast and crew, to my beautiful pretend children who I just adore, to my mom and my dad … My partner, Kristian, who said don’t thank me so that I’m not on television but I’m going to thank you anyway. Who else? Goodness, maybe that’s it.”
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