Michael B. Jordan’s Mom Shades Nikki Glaser Over NSFW Golden Globes Joke
At the 83rd Golden Globes on Sunday, January 11, Michael B. Jordan’s mother, Donna Jordan, had a visible reaction to host Nikki Glaser’s risqué joke about her son.
The comedian, known for her edgy humor, made a comment about Jordan’s roles in the horror film Sinners, joking, “I can’t believe it, we got two Michael B. Jordans. When I saw that, I was like, Nikki B. Jerkin’, because that was awesome.”
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While the audience laughed, the camera captured Donna sipping her drink with a slightly uncomfortable expression. Glaser quickly realized the situation and said, “I’m so sorry. That should’ve been a DM.”
The moment quickly went viral online. Fans on X shared their reactions, with one posting, “Somebody check on michael b jordan’s mom,” while another simply wrote, “Her face.” Others found the joke hilarious, calling it “THE FUNNIEST S*** I’VE EVER HEARD.”
Before the awards ceremony, Donna Jordan spoke on the red carpet to Entertainment Weekly, praising her son’s dedication and choices in his career. “Just his commitment and his dedication and his persistence to his craft. And the messages that he tries to share with everyone with the choices that he makes and the work that he does. I’m very proud of that,” she said.
Jordan was nominated for Best Actor for his role in the Ryan Coogler-directed Sinners but lost to Wagner Moura for The Secret Agent. Sinners still took home two awards, including Best Original Score for Ludwig Göransson and recognition for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement.
Golden Globes hosts are known for pushing boundaries, and Glaser’s joke was reminiscent of past controversial remarks from the ceremony. Previous hosts, including Ricky Gervais and Amy Poehler, have made sharp jokes at the expense of celebrities, some of which also drew strong reactions from the audience.
Michael B. Jordan, a lifelong New Jersey native now living in Los Angeles, has built a reputation for both his acting and his thoughtful approach to career choices. He cites influences like Ryan Coogler, Steven Spielberg, and Christopher Nolan, and has often sought guidance from Tom Cruise and Will Smith, whom he respects as mentors.
This latest incident shows the tricky balance hosts face between humor and sensitivity, especially when family members are in the audience.
While Glaser’s joke was intended as playful, it highlights how comedy at live awards shows can quickly cross a line, especially when family is watching. What do you think about this moment, was it funny or too much? Share your thoughts in the comments.