All you need to know about the stand-up comic Nikki Glaser, who hosted the Golden Globes this year. Nikki Rene Glaser is an American stand-up comedian, actress and television host. She is known for her honest and razor-sharp comedy and humour. She rose to fame with stand-up specials, TV hosting and roast performances. Glaser has been a part of many successful comedy specials. She has appeared in movies like Trainwreck and I Feel Pretty as well. As a host, she has worked in Not Safe with Nikki Glaser and reality hits like FBoy Island.