Metal found its way onto mainstream TV on the night of January 5th when comedian Nikki Glaser made a humorous reference to the band System of a Down at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards. The band’s guitarist, Daron Malakian, noticed the mention and responded in a lighthearted social media post.
Nikki Glaser, known for her quick wit, was tasked with introducing the legendary actress Glenn Close, who was set to present the award for Best Motion Picture — Drama. While listing some of Close’s remarkable achievements, Glaser decided to throw in a playful tidbit about System of a Down, much to the surprise and amusement of the audience.
“… To present our next award, please welcome, from Netflix’s Back in Action, three-time Golden Globe Award winner, Hollywood icon and former drummer for System of a Down — Glenn Close,” Glaser announced, catching everyone off guard.
Daron Malakian couldn’t resist joining in on the fun. He posted a clip of Glaser’s introduction on his Instagram, adding a humorous caption of his own:
… To present our next award, please welcome, from Netflix’s Back in Action, three-time Golden Globe Award winner, Hollywood icon and former drummer for System of a Down — Glenn Close,” Glaser announced, catching everyone off guard.
The post quickly garnered attention from fans, many of whom played along with the joke and enjoyed the unexpected crossover of heavy metal and Hollywood glamour. However, a few seemed genuinely perplexed, momentarily believing that Glenn Close might have been part of the band.
This humorous incident highlights the unexpected ways different aspects of pop culture can intersect, bringing a smile to fans of both System of a Down and Glenn Close. It’s a reminder that even in the most formal of settings, there’s always room for a good laugh and a bit of metal.
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