'This may be my last time...': Trevor Noah takes a jab at Trump during the Grammy Awards 2025
Los Angeles: Trevor Noah, the former host of The Daily Show, didn’t hold back from addressing political issues while hosting the 67th Grammy Awards. The South African comedian took aim at President Donald Trump’s controversial policies, using humor to make a point about immigration, trade tariffs, and more.
Noah kicked off the evening with a quip about the shifting political climate in Washington, remarking, “There’s been a few changes in Washington. So I’m gonna enjoy tonight because this may be my last time I get to host anything in this country.” The playful comment set the tone for the rest of his monologue, in which he continued to humorously critique the Trump administration.
One of the standout moments of the night came when Noah made a sarcastic jab at Trump’s obsession with election conspiracies. He mocked the Grammy voting body, the Recording Academy, by saying it was made up of “13,000 industry professionals and 20 million illegal immigrants.” While Noah seemed to be ridiculing Trump’s views, his comment didn’t sit well with some online viewers, who criticized him for making immigrants the subject of a joke.
Noah’s political commentary didn’t end there. He also touched on the impact of Trump’s tariff policies, particularly in light of the soaring costs of goods. He mused about Beyoncé’s upcoming tour and joked, “There’s tariffs... we can’t afford a new tour, right? Maple syrup is about to be $50.” This comment was a playful nod to the trade war brewing between the U.S. and its neighbors, Canada and Mexico, following Trump’s imposition of a 25% tariff on Canadian products.
The economic tensions were real, as Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau retaliated with tariffs on American goods, in collaboration with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. Despite the lighthearted tone of Noah’s remarks, the ongoing trade disputes remain a serious issue.
Later in the evening, Lady Gaga made headlines with her powerful acceptance speech after winning the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance award with Bruno Mars for their song "Die With a Smile." Standing in front of the audience, Gaga took a moment to send a heartfelt message to the transgender community, saying, "Trans people are not invisible. Trans people deserve love. The queer community deserves to be lifted up. Music is love. Thank you."
Her remarks, which were met with a standing ovation, resonated deeply, particularly amidst the backdrop of ongoing political debates surrounding transgender rights and the executive orders issued by former President Trump. These orders have sparked controversy, particularly with measures that limit federal recognition of gender and target transgender individuals in federal prisons and military service.