Curious about Doechii’s reaction to Trevor Noah’s joke at the 2025 Grammys? Many fans have been discussing the viral moment when the rapper visibly reacted to the host’s controversial remark during his opening monologue. The exchange quickly gained attention, sparking conversations about the joke’s context and impact.
Here’s everything you need to know about what Trevor Noah said, Doechii’s response, and the broader reaction to the moment.
Doechii caught reacting to Trevor Noah’s joke at 2025 Grammys
At the 2025 Grammy Awards, Trevor Noah made a joke about illegal immigrants during his opening monologue that has since gone viral. He said, “We’re going to be honoring the best in music as voted on by the 13,000 members of the Recording Academy and 20 million illegal immigrants.”
The comedian continued, “And tonight, no matter what happens, history will be made” (via Rolling Stone). The joke received mixed reactions, with some audience members visibly reacting, including rapper Doechii.
Doechii, seated near Noah, briefly glared at him before rolling her eyes. Cameras captured the moment, and social media users quickly shared it. Many online critics condemned Noah’s remark, calling it tasteless and inappropriate given the current political climate surrounding US immigration policies.
The controversy surrounding Noah’s joke comes at a time when the Trump administration has implemented strict deportation policies, forcing thousands of undocumented immigrants out of the country.
The joke was reportedly perceived by many as tone-deaf, particularly as it was made by Noah, a South African immigrant himself. Other figures in the entertainment industry, including Selena Gomez and Pope Francis, have previously voiced concerns about the administration’s handling of immigration.
Beyond this controversy, Doechii had a significant night at the Grammys. She made her debut performance on the Grammy stage and won Best Rap Album for Alligator Bites Never Heal. However, she lost the Best New Act award to Chappell Roan. Hours after the event, Doechii released a new song, titled “Nosebleeds,” celebrating her Grammy win.
