During the 2026 Golden Globes, Michael B. Jordan Golden Globes became a trending topic after his mother, Donna Jordan, caught viewers’ attention with her visible reaction to a joke delivered by host Nikki Glaser. The moment unfolded as Michael, nominated for his roles in the film Sinners, attended the event with his mother on January 12 in Los Angeles.
Nikki Glaser’s Opening Joke Sparks Attention
As Nikki Glaser began her opening monologue, she highlighted Michael B. Jordan’s nomination for Sinners, where he played dual roles as Smoke and Stack. While discussing his performance, Glaser attempted a playful bit, stating,
“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.”
—Nikki Glaser, Host. The line quickly drew mixed reactions from the audience, especially from Donna Jordan.
Donna Jordan’s Unfiltered Reaction Goes Viral
The camera captured Donna Jordan’s candid response to the joke. While Michael B. Jordan was seen laughing off the moment, his mother took a visible sip of her drink and rolled her eyes, showing clear discomfort. The exchange instantly became a highlight on social media, as viewers picked up on the dynamic between Michael and his mother at the Golden Globes.
Acknowledgement from the Host
Recognizing the awkwardness her joke had caused, Nikki Glaser quickly added,
“I’m so sorry. That should’ve been a DM,”
—Nikki Glaser, Host. This effort to lighten the moment signaled her awareness of the tension her comment created in the room.
Public Response and Lasting Impact
Nikki Glaser’s performance as host, the jokes surrounding Michael B. Jordan’s work in Sinners, and Donna Jordan’s reaction have collectively sparked widespread conversation about boundaries in celebrity humor at major award shows. The Golden Globes moment continues to be discussed online, highlighting the ways family members of high-profile stars like Michael B. Jordan often become part of the public spotlight during live televised events.
She's 🔙 hosting the #GoldenGlobes, it's @NikkiGlaser! pic.twitter.com/6DWgeBT7FG
— Golden Globes (@goldenglobes) January 12, 2026
