Actor Simu Liu, the beacon of comedic enlightenment, has graciously spared us from the perilous territory of Taylor Swift jokes when he hosts this year’s his People’s Choice Awards. He seems to have taken a swipe at Filipino American comedian Jo Koy whose hosting of the Golden Globes was marred by a joke on the NFL courtesy of Swift.

It seems Swift has become the unofficial yardstick for measuring a host’s worthiness, as if her approval rating is the ultimate litmus test for comedic genius. Forget about timing, wit, or originality – the true hallmark of hosting success is now measured by how many Swift-related quips you can avoid.

In this era of delicate sensibilities, where hosting gigs are a delicate dance around Swift-shaped landmines, we commend Liu for valiantly steering clear of the pop princess. 

Perhaps we’ve entered a new epoch where the true measure of a host’s prowess lies not in their ability to entertain but in their careful avoidance of Swiftian wrath. Move over, comedy; Swift has spoken, and we’re all just waiting for the punchline.