Comedian Jo Koy to host Golden Globe Awards

With a bit more than two weeks remaining before the event, the Golden Globes has selected comedian Jo Koy as host for the festivities.

With a bit more than two weeks remaining before the event, comedian Jo Koy has been selected to host 81st annual Golden Globes. The decision was announced on the Globes website on Thursday morning. Koy is a standup comedian who in the past was a panelist on “Chelsea Lately” and has also had comedy specials that aired on Comedy Central and Netflix. “We are thrilled to have Jo host the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards and bring his infectious energy and relatable humor to kick off Hollywood’s award season,” said Helen Hoehne, Golden Globes president. “We can’t wait to see what he has in store for the stars in the room and a global audience.” “I’ve stepped onto a lot of stages around the world in my career, but this one is going to be extra special. I’m so excited to be hosting the Golden Globes this year,” said Koy. “This is that moment where I get to make my Filipino family proud. Mahal Kita (Google it)!” The late-in-the-game host selection comes after CNN previously reported that various other potential hosts, including Chris Rock and Ali Wong, declined to take on the gig.