Carrie Underwood denies ‘tension’ with American Idol guest judge Nikki Glaser
Nikki Glaser joined Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and Carrie Underwood as a guest judge on American Idol in late April, and her appearance – and apparent “tension” with Carrie is still getting people talking. Comedian Nikki appeared as a guest judge for Taylor Swift Night, which aired on April 27, 2026, and viewers took to social media at the time to comment on a noted stress between the two. © Disney via Getty ImagesLuke, Carrie and Lionel were joined by Nikki (2R) Comments included fans claiming Carrie would grimace whenever Nikki spoke, with one X user tweeting: “The tension between Carrie and Nikki is KILLING me lmaoo”. “Well, I don’t think Carrie Underwood looks happy that Nikki Glaser is there,” read one comment, as another viewer called Carrie “unprofessional” for not making an “attempt to hide” her apparent dislike for Nikki. However, Carrie has now denied the accusations, calling Nikki “wonderful” and praising her for doing “such a great job”. The singer appeared on Sirius XM’s Highway Mornings with Cody Alan to confirm there …









