Standup Comic Morgan Jay to Host 2026 Golden Trailer Awards

The breakout performer will emcee the May 28 ceremony honoring the best in movie and TV marketing.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 1:56pm

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Morgan Jay, a rising standup comic known for his energetic performances and auto-tuned microphone, has been tapped to host the 26th annual Golden Trailer Awards on May 28 in Beverly Hills. The awards show celebrates the best in Hollywood movie and TV/streaming series previews, including trailers, commercials, and posters.

Why it matters

The Golden Trailer Awards are a prestigious industry event that recognizes the creative talent behind the marketing that helps drive audience interest and box office success for films and shows. Securing a charismatic host like Morgan Jay, who has a strong social media following and reputation for engaging live audiences, signals the organizers' intent to make the 2026 ceremony a lively and memorable occasion.

The details

Jay, who recently released his second comedy special "Live at the Village" on Hulu, has credits on shows like "Wild'n'Out" and "St. Denis Medical." He will be tasked with keeping the energy high for a room full of studio marketing executives, movie fans, celebrities, and trailer editors as they hand out awards across 114 categories. In 2025, the top "Best of Show" honor went to agency Buddha Jones for their work on the trailer "Days" for the Sony Pictures film "28 Years Later".

  • The 26th Golden Trailer Awards ceremony will take place on May 28, 2026.
  • Morgan Jay's second comedy special "Live at the Village" was recently released on Hulu.

The players

Morgan Jay

A breakout standup comic known for his energetic performances and use of an auto-tuned microphone. He has acting credits on shows like "Wild'n'Out" and "St. Denis Medical" and will be hosting the 2026 Golden Trailer Awards ceremony.

Evelyn Brady

The executive director and co-founder of the Golden Trailer Awards, who praised Jay's ability to connect with audiences and bring the right "spirit" to the ceremony.

Monica Brady

The executive producer and co-founder of the Golden Trailer Awards, who expressed excitement about Jay's social media reach and how it will benefit the show.

Buddha Jones

The agency that won the top "Best of Show" honor at the 2025 Golden Trailer Awards for their work on the trailer "Days" for the Sony Pictures film "28 Years Later".

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What they’re saying

“Part of what makes this show special is its energy—it's fast, creative, and genuinely fun. Morgan brings that same spirit with a unique mix of music, comedy, and crowd connection. He doesn't just perform to the audience—he pulls them into the experience, which makes him an ideal host for our night.”

— Evelyn Brady, Golden Trailer Awards executive director and co-founder

“Morgan's quick wit and gentle crowd work has just the right vibe. Combined with his incredible social reach, we're thrilled he'll be our host.”

— Monica Brady, Golden Trailer Awards executive producer and co-founder

What’s next

The 26th Golden Trailer Awards ceremony will take place on May 28, 2026 at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills.

The takeaway

The selection of Morgan Jay, a rising standup comic known for his energetic and engaging performances, as the host of the 2026 Golden Trailer Awards signals the organizers' intent to make the ceremony a lively and memorable event that celebrates the creative talent behind the marketing that helps drive audience interest and box office success for films and shows.