Nikki Glaser

Nikki Glaser’s Path from Stand-Up Stages to Animation Studios

Stand-up comedy built the foundation. Through the 2010s, Nikki Glaser carved out a distinct identity on the American comedy circuit – sharp, confessional, and relentlessly honest. That same energy translated directly into voice work when animated projects came calling. The transition wasn’t a pivot so much as an extension of what she already did on stage: embody a specific, recognizable persona with total commitment.

Close Enough and the First Animated Role

J.G. Quintel’s HBO Max series Close Enough gave Glaser her first recurring animated credit. As Ranessa, she appeared across two episodes in the show’s run (2020-2022), voicing a character within the series’ deadpan, adult-skewing comedic world. The show drew on Quintel’s Regular Show sensibility, and Glaser’s delivery fit the register – dry, self-aware, and grounded.

Steps: The Netflix Animated Feature

The bigger animated platform came with Steps, Netflix’s first fully in-house animated feature film, set for release in November 2026. Glaser voices Priscilla – described in her own words as the jealous, try-hard, wannabe Princess, fueled by deep-seated insecurities of unlovability and inadequacy. The film reimagines the Cinderella story from the perspective of the supposedly evil stepsisters. The cast also includes Ali Wong, Stephanie Hsu, Amanda Seyfried, and Bette Midler. Directed by Alyce Tzue and John Ripa, the project marks a significant animated production, and Glaser’s character sits at the center of its comedic conflict.

The Angry Birds Movie 3

Also in 2026, Glaser joins the voice cast of The Angry Birds Movie 3 (Paramount Pictures, December 23, 2026). Her specific character has not been publicly disclosed, but her inclusion was confirmed across official studio announcements and multiple verified entertainment sources. The film brings back Jason Sudeikis, Josh Gad, and Rachel Bloom alongside new additions including Emma Myers, Keke Palmer, Lily James, and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan.

The Comedy Career Behind the Voice Work

The stand-up career running in parallel to these animated credits is anything but secondary. Glaser hosted Not Safe with Nikki Glaser on Comedy Central (2016), hosted the 83rd Golden Globe Awards in January 2025, and landed a slot on Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People list in 2026. Her 2024 Netflix special Someday You’ll Die drew strong reviews. Her current Stunning Tour runs through late 2026. All of this built the name recognition that puts her in animated feature film casts – and the performance instincts that make the voice work land.