Ricky Gervais Critiques Political Speeches at Grammys

Ricky Gervais has criticized the political speeches made during the 2025 Grammy Awards, expressing his discontent on social media. He shared a memorable quote from his 2020 Golden Globes hosting gig, stating that celebrities are 'in no position to lecture the public about anything,' along with the caption 'They’re still not listening.' Gervais's remarks came after host Trevor Noah and several performers, including Lady Gaga and Shakira, addressed controversial topics like immigration and transgender rights during the ceremony. Noah humorously referenced President Trump's policies, indicating it might be his last time hosting in the U.S. Gervais's comments highlight a recurring tension between entertainment and political discourse at award shows, which he believes detracts from the event's purpose. His posts resonate with sentiments he has expressed previously about celebrity activism and grandstanding.