Nikki Glaser Is Saying Yes to It All

The comedian has vaulted into the inner circle of Hollywood, hosting the Golden Globes and starring in a Netflix movie with Kim Kardashian.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 11:05am

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Nikki Glaser, a stand-up comedian who has been performing since she was 18, has experienced a meteoric rise in the past two years. After going viral for her performance at the Netflix roast of Tom Brady in 2024, Glaser was asked to host the Golden Globes in 2025 and 2026, earning glowing reviews. She has also landed a starring role in a Netflix movie alongside Kim Kardashian, despite never having acted in a film before. Glaser is determined to make the most of this moment, saying 'yes' to every opportunity that comes her way, even if it means sacrificing personal relationships and the possibility of having children.

Why it matters

Glaser's rapid rise to fame in her 40s is rare for women in Hollywood, where success often comes much earlier in one's career. Her story highlights the challenges and double standards that women in the entertainment industry face, as well as the importance of perseverance and seizing opportunities when they arise.

The details

Glaser, now 41, has been a stand-up comedian for over 20 years, appearing on podcasts, hosting reality dating shows, and putting out four stand-up specials. But it wasn't until her performance at the Netflix roast of Tom Brady in 2024 that she truly broke out, with her calm delivery of jokes about Brady's diet, divorce, and good looks going viral. This led to her being asked to host the Golden Globes in 2025 and 2026, where she carefully balanced honoring and mocking the nominees. Glaser has also landed a starring role in a Netflix movie alongside Kim Kardashian, despite never having acted in a film before. She is now focused on writing her first screenplay with Judd Apatow and is considering writing a memoir, all while continuing her stand-up comedy.

  • In May 2024, at the age of 39, Glaser participated in the Netflix roast of Tom Brady.
  • Glaser was asked to host the 2025 Golden Globes.
  • Glaser was asked to return to host the Golden Globes again in 2026.
  • Glaser's new comedy special 'Good Girl' is out on Hulu on April 24, 2026.

The players

Nikki Glaser

A stand-up comedian who has been performing since she was 18 years old, and has recently experienced a meteoric rise in fame, hosting the Golden Globes and starring in a Netflix movie.

Kim Kardashian

A reality star-turned-serial entrepreneur who co-starred with Glaser in a Netflix movie.

Judd Apatow

A comedy superproducer who is co-writing Glaser's first screenplay with her.

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What they’re saying

“I am proud to say I have Kim Kardashian's phone number, and she would take my call at any time of night. She went to law school.”

— Nikki Glaser, Comedian

“When I said, 'There are two Michael B. Jordans in Sinners so Nikki B. Jerkin',' I did not plan for his mom to be sitting next to him.”

— Nikki Glaser, Comedian

“I literally thought I would maybe get a small role. I got a call that I'm going to star in this movie. And I go, 'Well, that's interesting, because no one knows if I can act or not.'”

— Nikki Glaser, Comedian

What’s next

Glaser is slated to host the Golden Globes again next year.

The takeaway

Glaser's rapid rise to fame in her 40s, including hosting the Golden Globes and starring in a Netflix movie, highlights the challenges and double standards that women in the entertainment industry face, as well as the importance of perseverance and seizing opportunities when they arise.