Nikki Glaser has been embracing every opportunity that has come her way in the last two years. On Wednesday, April 15, Time magazine reciprocated by featuring her on one of four worldwide covers for the 2026 Time100 issue, an annual list of the 100 Most Influential People in the World. Glaser shares this honor with Zoe Saldana, Wagner Moura, and Luke Combs.
Comedy legend Chris Rock penned a tribute to Glaser in which he admires her for having the decency to be scared due to her hard work. He also shared advice he received from Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels, urging Glaser to take her time and explore every aspect of her talent.
Not only is Glaser featured on the cover of Time magazine, but she will also be hosting the 20th annual Time100 Gala on Thursday, April 23, in New York City. The gala will honor fellow recipient Dakota Johnson, with a tribute essay from Taylor Swift, and include performances by Luke Combs and Coco Jones.
Glaser’s career has been on a whirlwind trajectory, from hosting the 2025 Golden Globes to embarking on her Good Girl and Alive and Unwell tours. This year, she is touring with her Stunning tour across Europe and North America and will also have a joint Vegas residency with David Spade at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.
Other notable figures included in this year’s Time100 list are Ben Stiller, Benicio Del Toro, Ethan Hawke, Kate Hudson, Noah Wyle, Keke Palmer, Sterling K. Brown, Hilary Duff, Noah Kahan, and Victoria Beckham. The full 2026 Time100 list can be found on Time.com.
Overall, Glaser’s rise to fame and recognition in the industry showcases her talent and hard work, positioning her as a prominent figure in the entertainment world.
Peace Nero is a writer and blogger who loves to explore different topics of self-development. She shares her personal experiences in order to help people discover their true purpose in life.