There’s a fresh comedy flavor gracing award season stages, with a new class of comedians stepping into the limelight. Thanks to audience acclaim, Nikki Glaser returns to host the Golden Globes once more, riding the success of her previous stint. However, the spotlight this year is on Nate Bargatze, set to debut as host of the Emmy Awards this September. Known for his dry and self-deprecating humor, Bargatze isn’t one for the typical roast style of awards show banter. Instead, his approach aims to deliver an hour of laughs without the collateral damage of celebrity squabbles—or so he hopes.
According to Bargatze in a profile featured in the New York Times, he’s adopting a comedic style focused on inclusivity and harmless fun: “I don’t like making people feel dumb and I don’t want to make fun of them. So I’ll be dumb and you can laugh with me or laugh at me.” His fresh approach aims to attract a wide array of viewers, offering family-friendly entertainment that resonates with many.
Securing Bargatze as host possibly stems from more than just his comedic skills; it could be a ratings booster, too. After all, following Eugene and Dan Levy’s successful emceeing that resulted in a 54% bump in Emmys viewership last year, CBS might be hedging its bets on Bargatze to keep the momentum going. In 2024, Bargatze sold 1.2 million tickets for his stand-up shows, making him the top-earning comedian that year—a fact, according to The Hollywood Reporter, not to be ignored when considering his potential draw as an Emmy host.
Bargatze has penned several comedy specials like Your Friend, Nate Bargatze (2024) and Hello World (2023), each bolstering his reputation for bringing humor that’s relatable yet unexpected. Plus, with gigs like hosting Saturday Night Live and running his own Nateland Podcast, he’s no stranger to keeping audiences engaged.
CBS and Bargatze hope to harness his experience and appeal to create an Emmy night that captivates audiences globally. As Bargatze expressed in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, “It’s a huge honor to be asked to host such an iconic awards show and I’m beyond excited to work with CBS to create a night that can be enjoyed by families around the world.”
So, for fans eagerly marking their calendars, Bargatze’s debut is slated for a Sunday, September 14 airing at 5 p.m. PST on CBS, with nominations set to be unveiled on July 15 at 8:30 a.m. PST.
Closing Credits
As Nate Bargatze gears up for his Emmy Awards hosting debut, there’s a palpable excitement about what he’ll bring to the storied event. A combination of standout comedy, family-friendly flair, and his massive following could make this year’s Emmys a night to remember. Stay tuned as July 15 draws near for the nominations and prepare for a September evening filled with expected laughs and unexpected moments—all thanks to Bargatze’s unique comedic touch.
