Comedian, writer, and Golden Globe–winning host Nikki Glaser made a highly anticipated appearance on The Howard Stern Show, where she pulled back the curtain on one of the biggest moments of her career: hosting the 2026 Golden Globes. In a candid and laugh-out-loud conversation with Howard Stern, Glaser discussed the pressure, preparation, and creative process behind her headline-making opening monologue — including the jokes audiences didn’t get to hear.
During the interview, Glaser revealed how she approached hosting one of Hollywood’s most-watched award shows, balancing her signature fearless comedy with the tightrope walk of network television standards and celebrity sensitivities. She shared behind-the-scenes insight into the weeks of writing, rewriting, and vetting jokes, as well as the unexpected edits that came down to the wire.
Glaser didn’t hold back when recounting some of the jokes that were ultimately cut from the opening monologue, explaining why certain punchlines were deemed “too risky,” “too specific,” or simply “too honest” for the live broadcast. With Stern encouraging her to go deeper, Glaser revisited those scrapped jokes on air, delivering them with the same sharp wit that has made her one of comedy’s most compelling voices.
The interview also highlighted Glaser’s evolving role as a major awards show host, her thoughts on pushing comedic boundaries in mainstream spaces, and how hosting the Golden Globes marked a new chapter in her career — one that blends high-profile visibility with her unapologetically bold comedic style.
Nikki Glaser’s appearance on The Howard Stern Show is now available via SiriusXM, offering fans an unfiltered look at the jokes, decisions, and nerve-wracking moments behind one of the most talked-about Golden Globes ceremonies in recent history.
