The 2026 Golden Globes delivered memorable wins, sharp humour, and a viral moment involving Leonardo DiCaprio. The actor found himself at the centre of attention after host Nikki Glaser revived a familiar joke about his dating history.
DiCaprio has long faced lighthearted teasing about the age of his partners, a running gag that has followed him through multiple award seasons. While the actor typically takes such remarks in stride, Glaser’s Golden Globes quip appeared to catch him off guard.
While addressing DiCaprio’s celebrated career, Glaser praised his achievements before delivering the punchline that shifted the mood in the room.
“You’ve won three Golden Globes, an Oscar, and worked with the best directors in the world,” she said. “But what’s really incredible is that you achieved all that before your girlfriend turned 30.”
😂 @NikkiGlaser absolutely SLAYED Leo at the #GoldenGlobes ! "You’ve won three Golden Globes, an Oscar, and the most impressive thing? You did it all before your girlfriend turns 30." #NikkiGlaser #GoldenGlobes2026 #LeonardoDiCaprio #RoastLevelExpert 💀🍷 pic.twitter.com/kFd9UqwK8Q
— Photo News (@PhotoNewsPk) January 12, 2026The comment drew loud laughter from the audience. Cameras quickly cut to DiCaprio, whose brief, uncomfortable reaction soon began circulating across social media.
The 51-year-old actor is currently in a relationship with 27-year-old Italian model Vittoria Ceretti.
Nikki Glaser leans into the running joke
Glaser later acknowledged the remark’s lack of originality, joking that the audience already knew what was coming.
“Leo, I tried not to make the joke, but we don’t know anything else about you,” she said. “Open up a little!”
She added another playful jab, recalling that DiCaprio’s most revealing interview was in Teen Beat magazine in 1991, where he admitted his favourite food was pasta.
Despite the awkward moment, the exchange was widely viewed as one of the night’s standout comedic beats, reinforcing Glaser’s reputation for sharp humour and DiCaprio’s enduring place in Hollywood’s pop-culture spotlight.
