Nick Jonas stepped outside during the 2026 Golden Globe Awards and later told fans that social anxiety triggered the moment.
At a Glance
- Nick Jonas briefly left the Jan. 11 ceremony after feeling overwhelmed
- He confirmed fan speculation on X, quoting lyrics from his single “Gut Punch”
- The singer has previously spoken about mental health while managing type 1 diabetes
- Why it matters: Star’s openness sparks conversation about anxiety in high-pressure public events
A video captured by Parade shows the 33-year-old musician sipping water outside the venue. When a fan account reposted the clip with the caption “social anxiety got the best of him,” Jonas replied directly.
“Yeah…it hit me like a gut punch,” he wrote, echoing the title of his latest release.
The chorus of “Gut Punch” includes the lines:
- “Hit me like a gut punch, I hurt my own feelings”
- “How did I get so good at being mean to myself?”
- “I should turn the heat down, tell myself to chill out”
- “Damn, I really hate the way I talk to myself”
Supporters flooded the comment section with encouragement.
“You’re doing amazing, sweetie!!!! We all got the social anxiety blues,” one user posted.
Another wrote, “It’s okay! It gets the best of us all sometimes.”
Jonas attended the Beverly Hills ceremony with wife Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who presented the Best Male Actor in a Television Series – Drama award to Noah Wylie. The couple filmed a lighthearted dancing clip earlier in the evening.
Style Notes
Before the event, Jonas posted a GRWM video detailing his look:
- Black Berluti pinstriped tuxedo
- Fossil watch as his accessory
Chopra Jonas, 43, wore a custom Dior strapless navy blue gown, black Roger Vivier heels, and Bulgari jewelry, according to WWD.
Ongoing Advocacy
Living with type 1 diabetes, Jonas has long discussed both physical and emotional health. In a 2021 interview with News Of Losangeles, he emphasized the mental toll of chronic illness.
“The mental and emotional health aspect of it is really important,” he said. “I certainly speak to my therapist… and luckily, I’ve got a really good support system around me and a great set of doctors.”
He added that awareness should extend beyond patients to “friends and family and loved ones.”
Key Takeaways
- Jonas confirmed he stepped outside due to social anxiety
- Fans praised his honesty
- The singer continues to advocate for mental health awareness alongside diabetes education
