Ricky Gervais to Host Golden Globes

UNIVERSAL CITY: Ricky Gervais will host the upcoming 67th Annual Golden Globe Awards, set to air on NBC on January 17, airing live across the U.S. at 5 p.m. PST and 8 p.m. EST.

This is the first time since 1995 that the Golden Globes, organized by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association and produced by dick clark productions, will have a host.  "Not only is this the biggest Hollywood celebration of the industry which includes both film and TV, but also an environment where I feel I can get free reign as a host," Gervais said. "I have resisted many other offers like this, but there are just some things you don’t turn down."

"Ricky is certainly one of the funniest people on the planet and has provided some of the most hilarious and memorable awards show moments in recent memory," said Paul Telegdy, the executive VP of alternative programming at NBC and Universal Media Studios. "His unique comedic style will enhance the only awards show that brings together television and film stars to celebrate entertainment’s biggest night of the year." 

"We are delighted to have Ricky Gervais as the host on our show," added Philip Berk, the president of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. "He’ll bring his unique brand of humor and charm to what will continue to be a fast paced award show."