Laverne Cox Leaving E!’s Red Carpet Coverage After 3 Years

Laverne Cox is stepping away from E!’s red carpet coverage ahead of the 2025 Golden Globes.

“With an incredible amount of gratitude, I’ve decided not to return as host of #LiveFromE’s red carpet coverage,” Cox, 52, wrote via Instagram on Thursday, January 2. “I’m so incredibly proud of the work we did over my three-year tenure. I’d like to express my sincere thanks to everyone at @nbcuniversal, @eentertainment and @denofthievestv for your incredible support.”

In her post, the Orange Is the New Black actress shared a video montage of clips featuring her one-on-one interviews from the Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and other award shows.

“These moments are a reminder to me of what an incredible privilege it has been to talk to some of the world’s greatest artists about their work, navigating the pressures of success, etc,” she shared. “I’m so excited to keep growing, evolving and exploring great opportunities as an actress, artist, host and speaker. I hope you’ll all continue to go with me on my evolving journey.”

Cox added that her next role will be in Amazon Prime’s comedy series Clean Slate premiering February 6.

In Hollywood, however, the show must go on. E! announced that this weekend’s Live From E!: Golden Globes will be cohosted by Access Hollywood‘s Zuri Hall and comedian Heather McMahan.

The pair are expected to interview several nominees as they step onto the red carpet.

“Oh we are so BACK baby!” McMahan, 37, wrote via Instagram on Monday, December 30. “Can’t wait to see you on the red carpet this Sunday for the 82nd Golden Globes! ✨ #goldenglobes #livefrome #redcarpet.”

During her time working on E!’s red carpet coverage, Cox became famous for asking actresses, “What story are you telling with your outfit tonight?”

The actress herself would also turn heads with her stunning — and often vintage — dresses.

When she took over from Giuliana Rancic in 2021, Cox shared just how excited she was to have the opportunity to interview the biggest stars in Hollywood.

“For many years I would wake up early on awards show days, get my snacks in place and watch E!’s coverage all day long,” she said in a statement at the time. “I dreamed of walking red carpets. … I can’t wait to get started while hopefully serving up fashion fantasies for the ages, honey.”

The 2025 Golden Globes air live from the Beverly Hilton Hotel on CBS Sunday, January 5, at 8 p.m. ET.