The fallout from the 68th Annual Grammy Awards continues, as former U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened legal action against comedian Trevor Noah over a joke made during the ceremony on . The joke, delivered after Billie Eilish’s win for Song of the Year, alluded to a connection between Trump and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Noah’s remark referenced Trump’s past interest in acquiring Greenland, stating, “Congratulations, Billie Eilish. Wow. That’s a Grammy that every artist wants – almost as much as Trump wants Greenland. Which makes sense because, since Epstein’s gone, he needs a new island to hang out with Bill Clinton.”
Trump responded on his social media platform, Truth Social, declaring his intention to sue Noah and vehemently denying any connection to Epstein. He stated, “sending my lawyers to sue.” He further added, “Noah said, INCORRECTLY, about me. I can’t speak for Bill, but I have never been to Epstein Island, nor anywhere close.” Trump concluded with a direct threat to Noah, stating, “Get ready, Noah, I’m going to have some fun with you!”
Trevor Noah, a South African-born comedian, writer, producer, and political commentator, has risen to prominence through his work in comedy and television. He is best known for hosting The Daily Show from 2015 to 2022 and for hosting the Grammy Awards for six consecutive years, concluding with the 2026 ceremony. He has also built a production company, Day Zero Productions, and hosts the podcast “What Now? with Trevor Noah” on Spotify.
Born on , in Johannesburg, South Africa, Noah’s birth occurred during the apartheid era, resulting in his classification as “Coloured” due to his mixed racial heritage – a Black Xhosa mother, Patricia Nombuyiselo Noah, and a White Swiss-German father, Robert Noah. His autobiography, Born a Crime, details the complexities of growing up under these circumstances, noting that interracial relationships were illegal at the time of his birth and were only decriminalized a year later.
Noah’s career includes a diverse range of projects. He has appeared in films such as Black Panther (2018) and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022), voicing the character of Griot. He also had a role in Coming 2 America (2021) as Totatsi Bibinyana. On television, he hosted The Daily Show with Trevor Noah and Tonight with Trevor Noah, and has hosted the Annual Grammy Awards from 2021 to 2026, stating during the 2026 ceremony that it would be his last year hosting the show.
Throughout his career, Noah has received numerous accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Short Form Variety Series for The Daily Show. He has also been nominated for a Golden Globe and received the Erasmus Prize for his use of humor to address social and political issues. His stand-up comedy specials, including Afraid of the Dark (2017) and Son of Patricia (2018), have also garnered recognition.
As of 2025-2026, Trevor Noah’s estimated net worth is $100 million, derived from his various ventures including television hosting, acting, production, podcasting, and book deals. His salary while hosting The Daily Show increased from $5 to $8 million to $16 million annually following a deal with Viacom in September 2017.
Currently, Noah is single and has never been married. He has expressed skepticism about the institution of marriage, stating, “I think one of the biggest reasons people get divorced and relationships break up is because of this cohabiting bullshit.” He generally maintains a degree of privacy regarding his personal life, with past rumored relationships including Dua Lipa and Minka Kelly.
Recent social media discussion, including a post on X (formerly Twitter), has circulated regarding Noah’s personal life, with unsubstantiated claims about his sexuality. These claims, originating from a video of Noah with another man in New York City, have been met with support for Noah from many fans online.
The controversy surrounding Noah’s Grammy joke and Trump’s subsequent threat of legal action highlights the continued intersection of comedy, politics, and public figures. The situation remains developing, and it remains to be seen what legal steps, if any, Trump will take against the comedian.
