Laverne Cox made the decision to step down as the host of E!’s live red carpet coverage ahead of the 2025 Golden Globes. After serving in this role for three years, Cox expressed gratitude for the experience and the opportunity to talk to some of the world’s greatest artists about their work. She shared a reel of memorable moments from her time as a host and mentioned that she is excited to continue growing and exploring opportunities as an actress, artist, host, and speaker. Cox will not be present on the red carpet at the Golden Globes, with Zuri Hall and Heather McMahan taking over the live interviews with nominees and attendees for the event.
Known for her question, “What story are you telling with your outfit tonight?”, Cox brought her own unique style to the red carpet events, often wearing stunning and rare vintage gowns. Fans and friends took to the comment section to wish her well on her future endeavors. The departure of Cox as the red carpet host was met with emotional responses from those who appreciated her work in the role. Keltie Knight, another E! News personality, praised Cox for her contributions and expressed that it was a pleasure working with her.
The 2025 Golden Globes will be hosted by Nikki Glaser at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 5th, with E!’s red carpet coverage beginning at 6 p.m. ET. Cox’s departure marks the end of an era for E!’s red carpet coverage as she leaves behind a legacy of memorable moments and meaningful interactions with celebrities. Her fresh perspective and unique interviewing style brought a new energy to the red carpet, and her absence will certainly be felt during future awards season events.
While Cox’s decision to leave the hosting role is bittersweet for fans and colleagues alike, it opens up new opportunities for her to continue pursuing her passion for acting, art, hosting, and public speaking. She teased her upcoming Amazon Prime comedy series, “Clean Slate,” suggesting that there are exciting projects on the horizon for her career. Cox’s departure serves as a reminder of the ever-changing landscape of media and entertainment, where new talent and perspectives are constantly emerging to shape the industry in different ways.
As Cox bids farewell to her role as the face of E!’s live red carpet coverage, she leaves behind a legacy of elegance, grace, and meaningful conversations with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Her departure from this position creates space for new voices and talent to take center stage in the world of awards season coverage. While she will be missed by fans and colleagues, Cox’s decision to step down represents a new chapter in her career, filled with exciting opportunities and the potential for further growth and success in the entertainment industry.
