The 82nd Golden Globe Awards, held on January 5th, 2024, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, witnessed its annual dose of glamour and hilarity, as comedian Nikki Glaser took center stage as the host. Unforgiving yet entertaining, Glaser's opening monologue included sharp jabs at various attendees, but it was her playful roasting of country music star Keith Urban—and the uproarious laughter from his wife, Nicole Kidman—that stole the show.
Kidman, 57, was at the ceremony to celebrate her nomination for Best Actress for her performance in the drama Babygirl, which tells the story of her character's affair with her younger intern. Glaser wasted no time, poking fun at Urban with her quip, "Thank you, Keith Urban, for playing guitar around the house so much, and making Nicole want to leave and make 18 movies a year. Keep strumming, you kooky Koala!" The playful roast had Kidman bursting with laughter as Urban wore a bashful smile.
Kidman, notable not only for her acting talents but her signature red carpet style, showcased her glam attire at the Golden Globes, appearing radiant in a slinky one-shouldered, glittering gown by Balenciaga. The stunning outfit accentuated her fit physique, highlighted by dramatic diamond and sapphire earrings, and styled with her hair in a chic Sixties bouffant. She was clearly the picture of elegance, as she took to the red carpet with confidence.
Glaser's humor didn’t just stop with Urban; she humorously acknowledged Kidman’s career milestone of 20 Golden Globe nominations. "This is your 20th Golden Globe nomination," Glaser cheerfully noted, applauding Kidman's prolific output over the years. "Thank you so much for all your hard work!"
The host's performance was deemed successful, especially after the scrutiny faced by the previous host, Jo Koy, whose jokes resulted in boos and groans from the audience last year. Viewers and attendees alike praised Glaser’s comedic approach, though one of her raunchier jokes about Kidman and her film, Babygirl, resulted in some raised eyebrows. Glaser joked, "I loved [Kidman's] movie; I gave it two fingers up," which hinted at the film's explicit themes.
The night’s celebrations brought forth more than just laughs; they were threaded with recognition of the performances celebrated at the awards. Other nominees for Best Actress included prominent figures such as Pamela Anderson and Zoe Saldaña, demonstrating the evening's star-studded nature. Presenters included names like Salma Hayek and Kate Hudson, drawing the audience’s applause with their extensive accolades as well.
Although Kidman was celebrated throughout the night, the evening concluded without the coveted award. Fernanda Torres clinched the Golden Globe for Best Actress in the drama division with her performance in I’m Still Here, leaving Kidman and her supporters eager for future recognition.
With the anticipation surrounding Babygirl, which delves deeply and provocatively as Kidman's character navigates complex relationships and situations, critics are already weighing in positively. The film has been met with early praise, with some reviews calling it "a high-wire act" and commending Kidman's performance.
The 82nd Golden Globe Awards epitomized the blend of glamour, talent, and humor, making it yet another memorable night in the awards season. For Nicole Kidman, this Golden Globes moment reaffirmed her significant presence in Hollywood, wrapped up with fond memories alongside her rock, Keith Urban, and laughter courtesy of host Nikki Glaser.