Nikki Glaser, the bold and unapologetic comedian, recently shared a story about a joke she had to cut from a Comedy Central roast after Caitlyn Jenner expressed her discomfort. Glaser revealed during the Time100 Summit in New York that she had prepared a joke about Jenner’s involvement in a fatal car wreck, but decided to remove it after Jenner threatened to pull out of the event.
Glaser had been workshopping her material around Los Angeles before the roast, likely the one for Alec Baldwin, when Jenner caught wind of the controversial joke. The joke, which Glaser shared on “The Howard Stern Show” in 2019, was about Jenner’s past and included references to the car crash. Despite the network advising against giving Jenner a warning, Glaser felt it was necessary to speak to her directly after hearing about Jenner’s discomfort. Jenner’s reaction was clear – she did not want to be associated with the joke, prompting Glaser to remove it from her set.
This incident highlights Glaser’s willingness to prioritize the comfort of her subjects over controversial jokes. She recalled advice she received from Jimmy Kimmel, who suggested that if she had doubts about a joke, she should simply ask the subject for their opinion. Glaser took this advice to heart and applied it not only during the Comedy Central roast but also before her Golden Globes monologue earlier this year.
Before her Golden Globes hosting gig, Glaser reached out to Benny Blanco regarding a joke involving Selena Gomez. She texted Blanco about a joke referencing him being there because a genie granted him a wish, and Blanco’s response was positive. He even consulted with Gomez, who also approved of the joke.
Glaser’s ability to navigate sensitive subjects and prioritize the comfort of others has earned her respect in the comedy world. As she gears up to host the Golden Globes in 2026, it’s clear that she will continue to bring her unique blend of humor and consideration to the stage.
