Nikki Glaser always keeps things interesting and lately she's been giving us plenty to talk about! From a last-minute dress crisis at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party to opening up about her Taylor Swift obsession and gushing over Conan O'Brien it's been a busy time for the hilarious comedian. Let's dive into all the Nikki news that's making headlines.
Wardrobe Malfunction Averted! Nikki Glaser's "Emergency Surgery" on Oscar Party Dress - Blame it on the Skinny Pop!
Red carpets can be stressful right? Well Nikki Glaser just proved that even for seasoned pros things can get a little chaotic before a big event. Before hitting the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in 2025 Nikki had a bit of a dress drama . She rocked a stunning sheer lace black gown by Valdrin Sahiti looking absolutely amazing but what you didn't see was the behind-the-scenes scramble.
On the red carpet Nikki spilled the tea that her dress was actually a "different size a couple hours ago"! Turns out she had indulged in a bit too much Skinny Pop popcorn. She joked that being "on the road" for her "Alive and Unwell" tour which runs from February to October meant she was "eating too much Skinny Pop" "all day long" and "taking down bags" of it.
The result? The dress that fit perfectly a month ago suddenly felt a bit snug. Cue the fashion emergency! Nikki revealed that they had to "emergency bring in a sewing machine and take out part of the train and make this wider" referring to the bodice area. Talk about a close call! But hey all's well that ends well and Nikki looked incredible and comfortable in the end thanks to some quick thinking and a sewing machine superhero.
Nikki Glaser is Team Conan: Why She Thinks O'Brien Hosting the Oscars is Comedy Gold
Speaking of the Oscars Nikki who hosted the Golden Globes earlier in 2025 also shared her excitement about Conan O'Brien hosting the Academy Awards this year. And let's just say she is a HUGE fan. Nikki declared "He is the reason I do comedy. He is my favorite person of all time I am so excited to watch him. I can't believe it." That's some serious praise!
She even called Conan "like a national treasure." It's clear Nikki has massive respect for Conan's comedic talent and is genuinely thrilled to see him take on the Oscars hosting gig. If Nikki Glaser thinks Conan is going to be amazing then we should all probably tune in right?
Superfan Status: Nikki Glaser Explains Why She Will "Never" Bother Taylor Swift in Public - It's All About Respecting the Music
Nikki Glaser is no stranger to celebrity encounters but there is one celeb she actively avoids approaching: Taylor Swift. And it's not because she is not a fan quite the opposite actually. Nikki is a self-proclaimed HUGE Swiftie but she has a very specific reason for keeping her distance.
On Dax Shepard's "Armchair Expert" podcast Nikki explained her no-approach policy. She saw Taylor at the 2025 Grammys but didn't say hi and she plans to keep it that way in the future. Nikki's reasoning is all about respecting Taylor's energy. She said "Taylor she’s just — everyone wants a piece." Nikki understands that Taylor is constantly swarmed by people and she doesn't want to add to that especially on a big night like the Grammys.
Nikki added "I will never be the one to be like ‘Excuse me!’ There’s no way that she’s dying for that on a night like this where everyone’s doing it. And of course she would be so nice. I know exactly how it would go down but I don’t wanna take someone’s energy away that I require their energy to be put into making great music.” Basically Nikki is prioritizing Taylor's creative energy over her own fan desires. That's some serious superfan dedication right there!
She even joked "It’s almost rude what I do when I’m in the same room as Taylor Swift because I won’t even look her way. It will take [her tapping me on the shoulder]." Nikki is committed to giving Taylor her space even if it means ignoring her idol in the same room.
$100000 Well Spent? Nikki Glaser's Epic "Eras Tour" Investment - 22 Shows and Counting!
Just how big of a Taylor Swift fan is Nikki Glaser? Well she spent nearly $100000 to see Taylor on 22 Eras Tour shows in 2023 and 2024! Yes you read that correctly six figures on concert tickets. She admitted this herself and doesn't seem to regret a penny of it.
Nikki said the tour was "all well worth it" and she "would've paid even more." She even justified the massive expense by comparing it to what people spend on kids' hockey. "‘It’s no problem for me to spend this on Taylor Swift.’ People spend that much on their kids playing hockey for five years so it’s OK.” Fair point Nikki! If something makes you that happy why not splurge a little?
She has described herself as being "addicted" to the Eras Tour and that seeing it "makes me happiest in the world." That's some serious dedication to fandom. And it really highlights how much Taylor Swift's music means to Nikki.
Golden Globes Glow-Up: Nikki Glaser Jokes About Missing Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo Fan Moment
Remember Nikki hosted the Golden Globes in 2025? Well she joked about missing Taylor Swift at the event. Taylor was at the Globes the year before when her Eras Tour movie was nominated but skipped the 2025 ceremony. When a fan on X asked Nikki if she was "pissed" about missing Swift by a year Nikki replied "Oh you know I was!" It seems like she really was hoping for a Taylor encounter at the Globes.
However even without a Taylor sighting Nikki did have a major fan moment at the Golden Globes. Olivia Rodrigo yes THAT Olivia Rodrigo actually approached Nikki. Nikki described this as "the biggest gift of my life." Talk about a full circle moment a comedian who is a superfan of a pop star getting approached by another pop superstar who is a fan of hers! Hollywood can be pretty cool sometimes.
Key Nikki Glaser Moments:
- Vanity Fair Oscar Party Dress Emergency: Last-minute alterations needed due to "Skinny Pop" indulgence.
- Conan O'Brien Admiration: Declares Conan her comedy inspiration and "national treasure."
- Taylor Swift Superfan: Spent $100000 on 22 Eras Tour shows but avoids approaching Taylor in public to respect her energy.
- Golden Globes Hosting Gig: Hosted the 2025 Golden Globes and joked about missing Taylor Swift but was thrilled to be approached by Olivia Rodrigo.
Nikki Glaser: Keeping it Real Funny and Relatable Even in Hollywood Glamour
So from almost having a red carpet wardrobe malfunction to fangirling over Taylor Swift and Conan O'Brien Nikki Glaser continues to be one of the most relatable and hilarious voices in comedy. She can rock a stunning gown at the Oscars joke about popcorn weight gain and still be completely down-to-earth about her celebrity crushes and fan moments. Nikki Glaser is a reminder that you can be successful glamorous and still keep it real and funny and that's why we love her!