Nikki Glaser

Nikki Glaser is an Emmy, Grammy, and Golden Globe-nominated American stand-up comedian, actress, and television host known for her candid comedic style. Glaser began her stand-up career at age 18, performing on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," "Conan," and two seasons of the reality series "Last Comic Standing." Her stand-up specials, including "Bangin'" on Netflix and "Someday You'll Die" on HBO, have set viewership records and contributed to her reputation in the comedy industry.

Glaser's television work spans multiple formats. She hosted Comedy Central's "You Up with Nikki Glaser" for SiriusXM and served as host, co-creator, and executive producer of "Not Safe with Nikki Glaser" for Comedy Central and "Nikki & Sara Live" for MTV. She also hosted the reality dating shows "Blind Date" on Bravo and "FBoy Island" on HBO Max and The CW, as well as its spinoff "Lovers and Liars" on The CW. "FBoy Island" became the most-watched premiere weekend for an HBO Max original reality series. Glaser has appeared in the Amy Schumer films "Trainwreck" and "I Feel Pretty" and on shows such as "Inside Amy Schumer."

Roast comedy is a significant part of Glaser's career. She appeared on Netflix's Emmy-nominated "The Greatest Roast of All Time: Tom Brady" and was a featured performer on Comedy Central Roasts, including those of Bruce Willis and Rob Lowe. Her roast work led to guest-hosting "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" and hosting the MTV Movie & TV Awards: Unscripted. Her Hulu special, "Nikki Glaser: Good Girl," was taped at the Fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis, Missouri, and received Emmy nominations for Outstanding Variety Special (Pre-Recorded) and Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special.

Glaser hosted the Golden Globe Awards, becoming the first solo female host in the event's history. She has been recognized by The New York Times as "Comedian of the Year" and was named to the TIME100: The Most Influential People list. Glaser continues to expand her presence in comedy, acting, and television, including starring in the Netflix comedy "The Fifth Wheel" and co-writing, producing, and starring in an original comedy inspired by the game MASH for Paramount Pictures.

Glaser's comedy often explores themes of modern womanhood, mental health, and sobriety. She has spoken publicly about her experiences with anorexia, depression, anxiety, and sobriety, using her platform to address these topics through stand-up, television, and podcasts. Glaser remains a prominent figure in stand-up comedy, television hosting, and entertainment.