Nikki Glaser, a multi-faceted entertainer known for her sharp wit and comedic prowess, is set to host the 82nd Golden Globe Awards in 2025. Her career spans stand-up comedy, acting, and television hosting, with credits including her own reality show, “Welcome Home Nikki Glaser?”, and hosting duties for dating shows like “FBoy Island” and “Lovers and Liars.” She’s also ventured into the world of reality competition, participating in “Dancing with the Stars” and “The Masked Singer.” Glaser’s comedic talents have also landed her roles in films like Amy Schumer’s “Trainwreck” and “I Feel Pretty.” Regarding her upcoming Golden Globes hosting gig, Glaser expressed both excitement and the inherent challenges of live television, especially one involving Hollywood’s elite. She aims to follow in the footsteps of previous hosts like Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, and Ricky Gervais, who delivered memorable and often pointed opening monologues, while acknowledging the potential for controversy in today’s climate. Glaser sees the opportunity as a “dream job,” a culmination of her years in the entertainment industry.
Behind the scenes of Glaser’s successful career is her relationship with producer Chris Convy. Convy has a substantial background in producing live television events, including prominent award shows like the MTV Video Music Awards, Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards, and the iHeartRadio Music Awards. His portfolio extends to television specials such as “The Little Mermaid Live!” and “Adam Sandler: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.” Convy has also been instrumental in Glaser’s career, producing her stand-up specials “Nikki Glaser: Someday You’ll Die” and “Not Safe with Nikki Glaser.” While he generally prefers to remain behind the camera, his relationship with Glaser has inevitably brought him into the public eye.
The love story of Glaser and Convy began in 2013 on the set of the MTV late-night talk show “Nikki & Sara Live.” Glaser co-hosted the show, while Convy worked as a producer. Their shared St. Louis roots further connected them. Glaser has described her initial attraction to Convy as a “Jim and Pam” scenario from “The Office,” where she harbored a secret crush while Convy remained oblivious. Their path to a committed relationship, however, wasn’t without its bumps. Glaser has openly discussed their on-again, off-again dynamic, attributing some of their past breakups to her tendency to air relationship grievances on her podcast rather than communicating directly with Convy.
Glaser’s candidness about her relationship on her podcast, while intended as comedic fodder, inadvertently created friction between her and Convy. He eventually heard the podcast episodes and expressed discomfort with the portrayal of their relationship and Glaser’s portrayal of herself within their dynamic . This miscommunication highlighted a key challenge in their relationship: Glaser’s use of their personal life for comedic material versus Convy’s preference for privacy. The couple’s journey has involved navigating these differing approaches to communication and public exposure.
The on-and-off nature of their relationship reflects Glaser’s previous ambivalence towards commitment. She admitted in an interview on “The Howard Stern Show” that the idea of forever felt limiting, almost like an admission of defeat, preventing further adventures. This perspective sheds light on the couple’s multiple breakups over the past decade. Glaser’s fear of settling and Convy’s need for direct communication rather than public airing of grievances contributed to their relationship’s complexities.
Despite the hurdles, Glaser and Convy have persevered, working through their communication issues and finding a balance that works for them. In her most recent interview with Howard Stern, Glaser affirmed her love for Convy, signifying a significant evolution in their relationship. Their journey illustrates the challenges of navigating a relationship in the public eye, balancing personal boundaries with professional endeavors, and finding a path toward a lasting commitment. As Glaser prepares to host the Golden Globes, her personal life, particularly her relationship with Convy, becomes an intriguing subplot to her public persona.
