Ricky Gervais Throws Down The Gauntlet: Celebs, Zip It On Politics!

Ricky Gervais is back in the spotlight, and he's not holding back. The comedian and actor, known for his razor-sharp wit, revisited his iconic Golden Globes monologue in response to the political fireworks at the 2026 GRAMMYs.

This year's GRAMMY Awards were a hotbed of political statements, particularly targeting ICE and its actions against illegal immigrants. Billie Eilish made waves with her bold declaration: “no one is illegal on stolen land” and an unapologetic “f–k ICE.” As expected, her words sparked both applause and criticism.

Enter Ricky Gervais, who decided it was time to remind everyone of his no-nonsense stance from the 2020 Golden Globes. On his X account, he posted a throwback photo of himself with the quote, “They’re still not listening.”

“If you do win an award tonight, don’t use it as a political platform to make a political speech. You’re in no position to lecture the public about anything. You know nothing about the real world. Most of you spent less time in school than Greta Thunberg.”

Ricky’s original message struck a chord with many viewers back then, but in today's divided climate, reactions are mixed. Some appreciate his take, weary of celebrity sermons, while others see his comments as dismissive of important social issues. One online user remarked, “Imagine being so unaffected by the plight of those less fortunate than you, that a few words said on behalf of them seem more unbearable than the reality that those things are happening.”

Despite the mixed reactions, Gervais stands by his belief that celebrities should perhaps stick to entertainment and leave politics to the politicians. Meanwhile, fans and critics alike continue to debate the role of fame in activism.