“I always told my parents, 'Just give me till I'm 27 to do comedy, to make it'.”

American stand-up comedian and actress

Nikki Glaser is an American stand-up comedian and actress. She has worked in television and live comedy for years, with a career that includes stand-up specials, award-show hosting, and roast performances. She was born Nicole Rene Glaser. She is known for her sharp, confessional style and for appearing in high-profile televised roasts, especially The Roast of Tom Brady, which brought her wider attention. She also hosted Not Safe with Nikki Glaser, Blind Date, FBoy Island, and Lovers and Liars, and starred in Welcome Home Nikki Glaser?. In 2025 and 2026, she hosted the Golden Globe Awards, becoming the first solo female host in the show’s history.