Following Nikki Glaser’s standout performance at Netflix’s Tom Brady Roast, the comedian likened her sudden surge in fame to that of pop superstar Taylor Swift.
Netflix’s Tom Brady Roast, held three weeks ago, continues to generate considerable buzz for Brady and comedians, including Glaser, who humorously aimed at the NFL icon.
During an appearance on the “Chicks in the Office” podcast, Glaser reflected on her experience, noting, “I did feel like Taylor Swift for a couple of days… My face everywhere. I open my phone, and people are talking about me,” adding, “Like, that must be what it’s like to be her.” As a self-described fan of Swift, Glaser was inspired by Swift’s tactics, such as the surprise release of “Tortured Poets Department” in mid-April, as she prepared for the roast.
Glaser revealed that she was aware of her role in the roast for about a month and a half but only started her intensive preparations in the final weeks before the event. She compared her preparation to “specialized training mode,” likening the pressure to competing in the Olympics. Despite the stress, Glaser acknowledged the roast as a significant milestone in her career, though she admitted she wouldn’t want to undergo such pressure more than once a year.
Post-event, Glaser received an emotional farewell from Brady, leading her to believe their paths might never cross again despite the poignant goodbye. This interaction came as Brady faced criticism for his participation in the roast, particularly concerning its impact on his family. Glaser commented on this during a segment on “Today with Hoda & Jenna,” suggesting that Brady, given his meticulous nature, likely understood the potential for backlash but perhaps underestimated the personal impact.
Glaser speculated, “There’s a part of me that thinks that Tom Brady, especially given his career and how much people love him, no one’s ever said a bad thing to him in the past 30 years, so he doesn’t know what anyone’s capable of going there.”
Glaser’s experience at the roast boosted her profile and provided a reflective look at the dynamics of celebrity culture and public scrutiny.
