During the 2024 Golden Globes, Jo Koy made a joke about Taylor Swift that didn’t seem to amuse her. He compared the Golden Globes to the NFL, stating that there are fewer camera shots of Taylor Swift at the awards show. When the camera focused on Swift, she maintained a neutral expression, casually sipping her drink. Despite Swift’s subdued reaction, Koy shared his perspective on the moment during an interview at Billboard’s Golden Globes after-party, describing it as cute and clarifying that he was only pointing out there were fewer cutaways.
Koy’s humorous comment stemmed from Swift’s increased visibility at NFL games while supporting her boyfriend, Travis Kelce. Despite the attention, Swift has addressed criticism about the NFL focusing on her presence, emphasizing that she attends the games to support Kelce, not seeking attention. The NFL has capitalized on the surge in viewership associated with Swift, incorporating her music in promotions and acknowledging her in their broadcasts.
Swift, nominated for her contributions to The Eras Tour concert movie, attended the Golden Globes, where Koy served as the host. Koy attributed his uneven performance to a tight schedule, revealing he had received the hosting offer just 10 days before the show. Despite sacrificing sleep to prepare material, he felt he fell short but expressed contentment with his role at the event.