Nikki Glaser’s Larry Bird Moment: When Roasts Hurt More Than They Should

Nikki Glaser isn’t shy about throwing shade at others, but it turns out those roast jokes can pack a punch when you’re the target. During the 2019 Comedy Central roast of Alec Baldwin, a comparison to basketball legend Larry Bird struck a nerve, prompting Glaser to make some changes to her appearance with injections. Talk about a wake-up call!

In a candid chat on SiriusXM, she revealed just how tough it can be to sit in the hot seat, laughing along while feeling the sting of audience reactions. Glaser noted that it’s one thing to hear a joke, but when it’s met with raucous laughter, it hits differently. Now, as she prepares to host the Golden Globes, she’s more aware of how her humor translates, hoping to deliver laughs without making anyone else uncomfortable. After all, nobody wants to look in the mirror and see Larry Bird staring back at them!