Nikki Glaser is all set to host the TIME100 Gala 2026. The gala is a star-studded event TIME magazine hosts in celebration of the high-profile names on TIME’s list of the 100 Most Influential People. This year, the prestigious gala is gearing up to honor notable celebrities, including actors Dakota Johnson and Zoe Saldaña, singer-actor Coco Jones, K-Pop artist and Blackpink member Jennie, and more.
Nikki Glaser will host TIME100 Gala on April 23, Thursday in NYC
Nikki Glaser will be hosting the 2026 TIME100 Gala, which will take place on Thursday, April 23, in New York City. For the very first time, fans will be able to watch the event’s star-studded red carpet ahead of the event through a live stream.
The event, celebrating some of the most iconic individuals, will also see performances from notable artists, including Coco Jones and Luke Combs. Their names have also been included in TIME’s 100 Most Influential People of 2026 list.
The highly intriguing honorary list further includes the event’s host, Nikki Glaser. Comedian and actor Chris Rock has penned the tribute essay for the honoree, the stand-up comedian for this issue. He wrote, “Nikki has all the tools for comedic stardom.” He continued, “She’s got the look, she’s got the voice.” The actor-comedian further expressed, “She’s also got a strong point of view and is extremely likable.”
In the meantime, Chris Rock also wrote, “When I see Nikki on television, no matter the assignment, she’s not there to be your friend.” He continued, “She’s there to crush.” The actor-comedian then expressed, “I hope Nikki takes her time and explores all aspects of her gift.” He concluded the essay by penning down, “I hope this is just the beginning of an incredible, multifaceted, Steve Martin–esque career.”
Meanwhile, in addition to Nikki Glaser, the 2026 list of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People also honors Keke Palmer, Ben Stiller, Anok Yai, Alysa Liu, Ethan Hawke, and Hilary Duff, among others.
