Gervais asked to host Globes again
British funnyman Ricky Gervais has been asked to return as host of the Golden Globes next year, despite the furore surrounding his acerbic style at last monthís prizegiving.
The comedic actor sparked outrage during his hosting duties at the glitzy awards show after aiming a number of barbed jibes at the star-studded audience.
His performance was met with disapproval from several celebrities, as well as event organizers, who labeled the jokes ìtotally unacceptable.î
Gervais refused to apologize for his words – and now the star has revealed chiefs have already asked him to front the ceremony for a third time in 2012.
But Gervais is considering snubbing the invite – because he doesnít think he can top his recent appearance.
In Britainís Heat magazine, Gervais writes, ìI did exactly what I went to do: improve on last yearís and have a laugh. The response was staggering. It was discussed on every news channel and chat show for weeks.
ìThe weird thing is, the question is always, íDid Ricky go too far?í And the answer is always, íNo.í I have yet to find anyone who was actually offended by it.
ìThe ratings went up again, and the organizers asked me to consider a third year. (But) I donít think I should. I donít know what I could do better. I certainly couldnít get more press for them, thatís for sure. You know me. Two seasons is enough.î
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