Nikki Glaser Reflects on the Impact of Tom Brady Roast

After the release of “The Roast of Tom Brady” on Netflix, comedian Nikki Glaser looks back on the event and its unintended consequences for the former NFL star. Glaser, celebrated for her quick wit, was deeply concerned about the especially harsh nature of some jokes, particularly those about Brady’s personal life, including details about his divorce and financial losses. Talking to Deadline about the backlash and her own share of responsibility, she stressed that had she been banned from mentioning those things, she would not. This implies perhaps Brady did not understand to what extent he would be roasted. Being a seasoned participant of various high-profile roasts, she ponders the ethics and impacts of banter on the object of the ridicule.

Indeed, the event was not a one-sided ordeal and also allowed Brady to get back at his roasters. However, the spectacle still draws mixed feelings and arguments on the prevalence of roast humor. Glaser remains contemplative about her contribution to the event and, increasingly, about her whole career. As a rising comedian, she has reached a certain level of popularity due to her inclination for makes roast humor. Now, she understands that even in the less sensitive contexts, certain constraints are necessary. Thus, via this example, she is getting a valuable lesson in the tailoring of her own meaning as she navigates her career.