And the winner is… Ricky Gervais!

I was looking forward to watching coverage of the 67th Golden Globe awards last night for two reasons: I had put money on someone coming away with an award (let’s not talk about it, they didn’t win) and I wanted to see what gems UK comedian Ricky Gervais would come out with, as host of the ceremony.

While I’m not a huge fan of his stand up, I like Gervais and just knew he would push the boundaries during his commentary of the night. The Brits were always more likely to love his ironic sense of humour and I for one, thought the comedy man shone. He was underused (probably an intentional move by the organisers) but brilliant in his delivery and although the critics are split I think that the reactions of silence to some of his close-to-the-bone jokes (Paul McCartney’s divorce, anyone?) made it all the funnier.

After losing out on my wager and having had little sleep the previous night, I was starting to regret staying up for the event… that was until Gervais unleashed the Mel Gibson gag. GENIUS.

The Metro published a compilation of Ricky quips from the night for those who didn’t stay up until 5am:

‘Actors aren’t just loved here in Hollywood, they’re loved the world over, because they’re recognisable. You can be in the Third World, and you catch a glimpse of a Hollywood star, and it makes you feel better. You can be a little child, a little Asian child, with no possessions, no money – but you can see a picture of Angelina Jolie and you think ‘Mummy!’ ‘

On Paul McCartney – ‘We were on the same plane to get here. I was in first and he was behind me in coach. He’s saving money. He spent a lot last year.’

On Mel Gibson – ‘It’s not my fault. I like a drink as much as the next man. Unless the next man is Mel Gibson.’

‘The great thing about the Golden Globes is that it crushes prejudice and stereotypes. A particular stereotype is that Irishmen are drunk, hairy hellraisers. Now please welcome Colin Farrell.’