Former President Donald Trump strongly criticized the 2026 Grammy Awards and its host, Trevor Noah, after Noah made a joke about Jeffrey Epstein during the show. Trump expressed his disapproval in harsh terms.
Wow, the response to the Grammys was immediate! As soon as the show wrapped up, Donald Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to trash it, calling it “virtually unwatchable.” He was particularly upset with host Trevor Noah, claiming Noah made a false and damaging statement live on air.
Trump Calls Grammys “Virtually Unwatchable”
Trump began his reply by criticizing the awards show, claiming it has lost its creative spark and is no longer culturally significant.
Trump called the Grammy Awards “the WORST” and said they were “virtually unwatchable.” He also stated that CBS was fortunate to no longer be broadcasting the show.
I’ve been hearing a lot of viewers complain about awards shows lately – the ratings are down, they feel too preachy, and honestly, they just don’t seem to connect with regular people anymore. The president voiced similar concerns, but his attention quickly zeroed in on the host of this particular show, which felt a little… focused, let’s say.
Trump Responds Directly to Trevor Noah’s Epstein Joke
After Billie Eilish won song of the year at the awards show, Trevor Noah made a joke that mentioned Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, and Jeffrey Epstein’s island. The comment quickly gained attention online and led to a strong response from Trump.
Trump addressed the moment directly in his Truth Social post.
In a recent statement, Donald Trump criticized Trevor Noah, claiming he’s nearly as bad as Jimmy Kimmel when hosting the Academy Awards, which Trump referred to as the ‘Low Ratings Academy Awards.’ Trump specifically took issue with Noah stating that he and Bill Clinton had spent time on Jeffrey Epstein’s island, calling the claim ‘incorrect’ and ‘wrong.’ Trump asserted he has never visited Epstein Island or been near it, and that he had never been accused of being there before Noah’s ‘false and defamatory’ statement.
Trump’s reaction was remarkable because of both how strongly he responded and the details he provided. He firmly stated he never went to Epstein’s island and argued that Noah’s joke went beyond acceptable satire and became damaging to his reputation.
Trump then intensified the conflict, directly threatening Trevor Noah with potential legal action and referencing previous lawsuits he’d filed as a way to intimidate him.
He warned Noah to verify his information immediately, threatening a lawsuit. He referenced past legal actions against others, including Little George Slopadopolus and CBS, and indicated he intends to pursue similar action against Noah, promising to make it a contentious process.
By bringing up George Stephanopoulos, Trump is showing he sees this as part of a bigger issue with what he considers unfair or intentionally harmful reporting from the media – and hinting that this argument might escalate beyond just words.
The Joke That Sparked the Backlash
The comment that sparked the debate happened right after Billie Eilish won the award for Song of the Year, when Noah spoke.
During the Grammys, Trevor Noah joked about Donald Trump’s desire to buy Greenland, comparing it to a need for a new private island now that Jeffrey Epstein’s is no longer available, and playfully suggesting Bill Clinton might also be interested.
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Noah joked, “And there you have it – Song of the Year! Congratulations, Billie Eilish. That’s a Grammy every artist dreams of – almost as much as Donald Trump wants to buy Greenland. It’s understandable, though; since Jeffrey Epstein is no longer around, Trump probably needs a new island to visit Bill Clinton on.”
The joke got a noticeable reaction in the room, but its meaning quickly spread, causing strong responses from politicians and the media.
Awards Shows, Comedy, and a Growing Line in the Sand
This recent incident highlights how tricky it’s becoming to balance humor at awards shows with political commentary and the potential for legal trouble. Comedians have always joked about politicians, but Donald Trump’s reaction shows a new trend: he’s not just objecting to criticism, but also to statements he believes are untrue.
It’s still uncertain if Trump will actually take legal action. However, the Grammys, which were already facing challenges with staying popular and attracting viewers, are now caught in a major cultural debate that goes well beyond the music industry.
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