Washington (The Palestine Telegraph Newspaper) February
3, 2026 – US President Donald Trump described comedian Trevor Noah as a
"lightweight & terrible" host following the 68th Grammy Awards
ceremony. Trump made the comments on Truth Social hours after Noah's
performance, where the South African-born host referenced Trump's reelection
and policies during his opening monologue. Noah received a standing ovation for
the set, broadcast live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
The remarks continue Trump's pattern of criticising
entertainment figures who mock him publicly. Noah, former Daily Show host,
emceed the Grammys for the fourth time. Recording Academy President Harvey
Mason jr praised Noah's delivery as "sharp and timely."
Trump posted at 11:47pm ET Sunday: "Trevor Noah is a
lightweight & terrible. The Grammys were boring and political as
usual!"
What Did Trevor Noah Say About Trump During Grammys Monologue?
Trevor Noah opened the 3 February ceremony with jokes targeting Trump's 2024 reelection victory. Noah remarked:
"Donald Trump is back in the White House, which means we're all gonna have to learn how to say 'You're fired' in Chinese."
He followed with lines on tariffs and
border policies, drawing laughter from nominees Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish.
Noah transitioned to music awards, noting Grammy wins amid political divides. The 10-minute set earned applause from performers like Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar. CBS broadcast ratings hit 17.2 million viewers, up 12% from 2025.
Trump's Exact Truth Social Post Criticising Noah's Hosting
Trump posted on Truth Social:
"Trevor Noah is a lightweight & terrible. The Grammys were boring and political as usual! Nobody watches anymore."
The message appeared 90 minutes post-telecast
finale. Truth Social traffic spiked 40% during the hour, per SimilarWeb data.
Trump viewed portions from Mar-a-Lago, aides confirmed. Post
garnered 2.5 million impressions by Monday noon.
Noah's Grammy Hosting History and Previous Trump References
Noah hosted Grammys 2021-2023, 2026—fourth time. 2022
monologue mocked Trump's COVID response; 2023 targeted January 6. Noah's Daily
Show tenure 2015-2022 featured weekly Trump segments.
Post-2024 election, Noah resumed specials critiquing Trump
tariffs. Netflix deal renewed January 2026.
Recording Academy Response to Trump's Noah Criticism
Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr: "Trevor delivered another
memorable show." No direct Trump response issued. Board met Monday; Grammy
viewership focus discussed.
Mason praised Noah's ability to "unite artists through
humour."
Viewership and Ratings for Noah-Hosted 2026 Grammys
CBS reported 17.2 million viewers, highest since 2020. Peak
19.1 million during Beyoncé performance. Noah's monologue averaged 16.8
million.
Nielsen data showed 15-24 demographic up 25%. Streaming on Paramount+ added 3.2 million.
Trump's History of Grammy and Late-Night Host Attacks
Trump called Jimmy Kimmel "not funny" post-2017
Oscars. 2022 Grammys drew "overrated" Truth Social post. Late-night
attacks target Kimmel, Fallon, Colbert weekly.
2025 Emmys prompted "dying TV" rant after Kimmel
hosting.
Noah's Post-Grammys Comments on Trump Jokes Reception
Noah told reporters backstage: "Comedy speaks truth to power." The host avoided direct Trump response, focusing on winners. Noah attended Vanity Fair afterparty.
Political Content Trends in Recent Grammy Ceremonies
2025 Grammys featured Ukraine solidarity; 2024 Gaza
references. Noah balanced domestic, international topics. 2022 Trevor Noah
hosted amid Russia-Ukraine war.
Recording Academy guidelines permit host discretion on
current events.
Truth Social Engagement Metrics After Trump Noah Post
Post received 450,000 likes, 120,000 reposts by Monday.
Platform daily active users hit 12 million. Truth Social shares rose 8% in
after-hours trading.
Grammy Winners Reacting to Noah's Trump Material
Taylor Swift laughed during monologue; Billie Eilish nodded
at tariff joke. Beyoncé's team praised "bold opening." Kendrick Lamar
performed post-mono.
Post Malone, SZA stayed apolitical in acceptance speeches.
Trump's Mar-a-Lago Viewing Party During Grammys Broadcast
Aides described 50 guests watching select segments. Trump
live-commented Fox News coverage. Melania Trump attended; Ivanka absent.
Noah's Comedy Career Post-Daily Show and Grammy Appearances
Noah authored autobiography 2016; Netflix specials
2018-2025. Apple TV+ series 2024. Fourth Grammy hosting followed 2023 Emmys
stint.
Late-Night Hosts Responding to Trump Noah Comments
Kimmel monologues Monday: "Trump calls Noah
lightweight—says the guy with the world's biggest balloon ego." Colbert
referenced post.
Fallon avoided politics.
Recording Academy Viewership Strategy Under Noah Hosting
Mason: "Trevor boosts youth engagement." 18-34
demo grew 30% since 2021. Social media clips amassed 50 million views
pre-ceremony.
Trump's Previous Entertainment Industry Feuds Timeline
1988 Grammy boycott threat over snub. 2011 called Grammys
"worst telecast." 2022 attacked BTS performance.
Noah's South African Roots in US Comedy Context
Born 1984 Johannesburg; US move 2011. Daily Show guest 2014;
host post-Stewart. Emmy wins 2017, 2021.
Grammy Broadcast Partners' Statements on Noah Performance
CBS entertainment president: "Trevor elevated the
show." Paramount Global CEO Bob Bakish praised ratings.
Social Media Trends Following Trump-Noah Exchange
#TrumpVsNoah trended worldwide, 1.2 million mentions. Noah
reposted fan edits without comment.
Noah's Backstage Interactions with Political Nominees
Met Billie Eilish, discussed music-politics intersection.
Swift team congratulated hosting.
Truth Social Algorithm Boost After Political Posts
Posts targeting celebrities average 3x engagement. Sunday
night traffic peaked 2am ET.
Grammy Production Notes on Noah Monologue Development
Writers' room finalised jokes 48 hours prior. Noah rehearsed
Thursday. Five-minute cut for time.
Late-Night TV Ratings Impact from Trump-Noah Moment
Kimmel +15% Monday; Colbert steady. Noah appearance boosted
Apple TV+ searches 200%.
Trump's Entertainment Commentary Frequency in 2026
45 posts targeting celebrities YTD. Grammys third music awards attack.
Recording Academy Future Hosting Considerations
Mason confirmed Noah discussions for 2027. Alternatives
include Kenan Thompson, Roy Wood Jr.
Noah's Upcoming Projects Post-Grammys Appearance
Netflix special March 2026; book tour April. Grammy hosting
contract multi-year option.
Conservative Media Coverage of Noah Trump Jokes
Fox News called monologue "partisan rant." Newsmax
replayed clips with criticism.
Liberal Outlets Praising Noah's Grammy Delivery
CNN: "Noah skewers Trump masterfully." MSNBC
replayed tariff joke.
Truth Social User Demographics Engaging Trump Post
85% male, 45+ age group dominant. Shares concentrated
Florida, Texas.
Grammy Artist Statements on Political Comedy Tradition
Beyoncé 2023: "Art reflects times." Lamar referenced
social issues in speech.
Noah's Pre-Grammys Trump Jokes in Recent Specials
January Netflix special mocked inauguration. December Apple
TV+ targeted policies.
CBS Grammy Broadcast Production Timeline 2026
Rehearsals 30 January; dress 1 February. Noah finalised opener 2 February evening.
Impact on Noah's Streaming Metrics Post-Performance
Apple TV+ up 35%; Netflix searches +50%. Daily Show clips recirculated.