Gervais Mocks Grammy Stars’ ICE Protests in Speeches

Ricky Gervais, the British comedian, posted on X Sunday night after the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. He shared a clip from his 2020 Golden Globes monologue. In it, he told Hollywood stars not to turn acceptance speeches into political rants. This came right after several winners, including Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish, used their moments on stage to criticize U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE.

Background

Awards shows have a long history of stars mixing music and messages. Back in 2020, Gervais hosted the Golden Globes. He opened with a sharp routine that called out celebrities for thinking they could lecture the public. One key line stuck out. He said winners should not use their speeches for politics. Gervais pointed out that most actors and musicians know little about the real world. He joked they spent less time in school than climate activist Greta Thunberg. The crowd laughed, but some shifted in their seats.

That moment became famous. Clips spread online fast. People talked about it for weeks. Gervais has kept that view since. He often pokes fun at what he sees as out-of-touch celebs. Fast forward to Sunday. The Grammys happened at Crypto.com Arena. Trevor Noah hosted for the sixth time. Stars won for albums, songs, and more. But some speeches turned to hot topics like immigration.

Bad Bunny won Best Música Urbana Album for 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS.' He has a big show coming up at the Super Bowl halftime. Billie Eilish picked up her award too. Both spoke out against ICE policies. The crowd cheered loud. This is not new. Past Grammys saw speeches on guns, race, and wars. But Gervais saw it and reacted quick.

Key Details

Gervais posted a screenshot of his 2020 quote on X. The words read clear: 'If you do win an award tonight, don't use it as a platform to make a political speech. You're in no position to lecture the public about anything. You know nothing about the real world.' Under it, he added three words: 'They're still not listening.' His post got thousands of likes and shares within hours. Fans of Gervais jumped in with laughing emojis and agreement. Others defended the winners.

Bad Bunny's Speech

Bad Bunny grabbed the mic first among the big names. He thanked God but paused. 'Before I say thanks to God, I'm gonna say ICE out,' he said. He went on to say people are not savages, animals, or aliens. 'We are humans, and we are Americans.' He called for unity. 'The only thing that is more powerful than hate is love,' he added. The room erupted in cheers. Bad Bunny, born in Puerto Rico, has spoken on Latinx issues before. His win capped a strong year with sold-out tours.

Billie Eilish's Remarks

Billie Eilish kept it short but strong. At the end of her speech, she said 'f— ICE.' She added, 'Nobody is illegal on stolen land. We need to keep fighting and speaking up. Our voices do matter.' Applause followed again. Eilish, now 24, has won many Grammys. She often touches on social issues in her music and talks. Her brother Finneas helps produce her work. They share wins like this one.

Trevor Noah set the tone early. He joked about Nicki Minaj not being there. 'She is still at the White House with Donald Trump, discussing very important issues,' he said. Noah did a Trump impression too. The crowd loved it. Noah wrapped up his last Grammy hosting gig with crowd-pleasing bits.

Gervais stayed quiet during the show. His post came after it ended. He did not name names. But the timing made the target clear. X lit up with reactions. Some called the speeches brave. Others said they belonged off stage.

What This Means

Gervais's post highlights a split in how people view celebrity activism. Fans of stars like Bad Bunny see their words as a call to action on real problems. Immigration debates heat up in the U.S. ICE faces criticism from many sides over raids and detentions. Artists from Latin backgrounds like Bad Bunny bring personal stories to it. Eilish taps into broader talks on land and rights. Their speeches reach millions watching the Grammys.

On the other side, Gervais speaks for those who want entertainment to stay separate. He argues stars live in bubbles. Their views do not match most people's lives. This tension plays out every awards season. Producers book hosts like Noah to balance jokes and edge. But when winners go political, it divides viewers at home.

Awards shows chase big audiences. Political moments can boost talk online. They also risk turning off parts of the crowd. Gervais has a huge following on X. His post amplified the debate. It reminded everyone of his old rule. Will future winners listen? History says no. Stars keep speaking out on what moves them.

"If you do win an award tonight, don't use it as a platform to make a political speech. You're in no position to lecture the public about anything. You know nothing about the real world." – Ricky Gervais, 2020 Golden Globes monologue

This back-and-forth shapes awards TV. Networks want the drama. Stars want their say. Comedians like Gervais keep the pushback alive. The Grammys move to next year with this echo. Bad Bunny heads to the Super Bowl stage. Eilish works on new music. Gervais likely watches and waits for the next chance to comment.