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Atsuko Okatsuka says her fans insist on calling her “Mother,” but she begs to differ.

“[They] are always out there being like, ‘Atsuko is mother. She is mother. She is mothering,” the comedian says in the trailer for her upcoming Hulu special. “Oh no, no, no. I … am father.”

Hence the title of the special, which premieres June 13 on the Disney-owned streamer: Atsuko Okatsuka: Father. Watch the trailer below.

Father is Okatsuka’s first special at Hulu — part of the platform’s “Hularious” lineup of stand-up sets — and second overall, following 2022’s The Intruder on HBO and Max. She calls herself “Father” because she is, in Hulu’s logline for the special, “thriving professionally yet clueless about basics.”

To the latter point, the trailer also features Okatsuka relating how she asked her husband how to turn on their washing machine, “and that’s how he realized he had been doing the laundry all these years.

Starting Friday, May 23, tune in to SiriusXM’s Pure Comedy as legendary comedian Brian Regan exclusively takes over the channel all Memorial Day weekend long!

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From May 23 at 3pm Et through May 26, listen to Pure Comedy (Ch. 98) on car radios and the SiriusXM app and web player.

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Tune in to hear Brian’s hilarious stand-up bits from his classic albums, plus his stories about his classic special “Brian Regan: Something’s Wrong With the Regan Boy,” the 25th anniversary of “Brian Regan Live,” the difference being laughed with and being laughed at, comedy competition, appearing on “Letterman” 28 times, and much more.

“My first special ever was for Showtime and I titled it ‘Brian Regan: Something’s Wrong With the Regan Boy,’” Brian says during the takeover. “That expression...

Exclusive: UK-based WestEnd Films has boarded worldwide sales for thriller The Highway That Eats People, directed by American Psycho filmmaker Mary Harron.

Harron has co-written the script with her American Psycho collaborator, Guinevere Turner.

It is adapted from the 2010 novel The Orange Eats Creeps by Grace Krilanovich.

Bones & All star Anna Cobb and The Returnactor Charlie Plummer star in the story of a teenage runaway on the very outskirts of society, in desperate search for her missing foster sister. Accompanied by a motley group of young outsiders, she roams a dark and dangerous highway where a violent serial killer lurks,...

UK-based WestEnd Films has boarded worldwide sales for thriller The Highway That Eats People, directed by American Psycho filmmaker Mary Harron.

Harron has co-written the script with her American Psycho collaborator, Guinevere Turner.

It is adapted from the 2010 novel The Orange Eats Creeps by Grace Krilanovich.

Bones & All star Anna Cobb and The Returnactor Charlie Plummer star in the story of a teenage runaway on the very outskirts of society, in desperate search for her missing foster sister. Accompanied by a motley group of young outsiders, she roams a dark and dangerous highway where a violent serial killer lurks, preying on the weak.

On Wednesday May 7 2025, ABC broadcasts Live with Kelly and Mark!

Season 3 Episode 177 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Live with Kelly and Mark” promises an exciting mix of entertainment and heartfelt moments. Scheduled to air on ABC, this episode features the well-known comic Jim Gaffigan, who is fresh off his comedy special “The Skinny.” Gaffigan is famous for his relatable humor and light-hearted take on everyday life, and his appearance is sure to bring plenty of laughs to the show.

In addition to Gaffigan, the episode will also welcome actor Benjamin Bratt. Bratt is recognized for his role in Disney+’s “Andor,” and his presence on the show will likely offer insights into his career and upcoming projects. Fans of Bratt can expect to hear about his experiences in the industry and perhaps some behind-the-scenes stories from his latest work.

As a special touch, the Mother’s Day Inbox segment continues in this episode.

The comedy special is Spade’s first for the streamer and his first overall since 2022.

Since his six-year run at “Saturday Night Live,” David Spade has been all growth… he would just argue it’s less like a flower and more like a weed. The Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated actor-comedian returns the stage for his fourth comedy special, his first-ever stand-up special with Prime Video and his first overall since 2022. “David Spade: Dandelion” is available to stream now— watch now with a trial or subscription to Prime Video!

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“Live with Kelly and Mark” keeps the laughs coming this Wednesday with a visit from comedian Jim Gaffigan. Gaffigan, a master of observational humor, will likely talk about his latest comedy special, “The Skinny,” and maybe even his thoughts on food and family life. Also on the agenda, actor Benjamin Bratt will discuss his role […]

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On Monday May 5 2025, CBS broadcasts The Late Show With Stephen Colbert!

Jim Gaffigan; Suleika Jaouad Season 10 Episode 111 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” promises to be an entertaining mix of comedy and insightful conversation. Titled “Jim Gaffigan; Suleika Jaouad,” this episode features two notable guests who are sure to engage and amuse the audience.

Comic Jim Gaffigan is known for his relatable humor and light-hearted take on everyday life. His stand-up routines often touch on family, food, and the quirks of modern living. Fans can expect Gaffigan to share some laughs and perhaps offer a glimpse into his latest projects. His unique style and charm make him a favorite among late-night viewers.

Alongside Gaffigan, writer Suleika Jaouad will also be featured in this episode. Jaouad is recognized for her poignant writing and powerful storytelling, especially in her memoir about her battle with cancer. Her experiences have resonated with many,...

The Tribeca Festival unveiled the talks, retrospectives and reunions that will dot the festival including milestone anniversaries of Casino with fest co-founder Robert De Niro and Martin Scorsese; Best in Show with Christopher Guest, Parker Posey, John Michael Higgins, Jane Lynch and Michael McKean; Requiem for a Dream with Darren Aronofsky and Ellen Burstyn; American Psycho with Mary Harron; and Shivers with David Cronenberg.

De Niro also joins Ben Stiller and producer Jane Rosenthal, Tribeca Enterprises CEO, to celebrate 25 years of Meet the Parents.

“I’m beyond excited to be back with Bob and Ben to celebrate Meet the Parents—a movie that’s been making families laugh (and cringe) for a quarter-century,” Rosenthal said. “With the fourth installment of the franchise in the works, it feels like the perfect time to revisit some of the moments that made this film an instant classic. Tribeca is all about celebrating the stories that stay with us.

The 2025 Tribeca Festival will celebrate the 30th anniversary of Casino and 25th anniversary of Meet the Parents with reunion screenings for both films.

The Casino screening will be followed by a conversation between Robert De Niro and Martin Scorsese, and De Niro will reunite with Ben Stiller and his Tribeca Festival co-founder and producer Jane Rosenthal after the Meet the Parents screening.

“I’m beyond excited to be back with Bob and Ben to celebrate Meet the Parents—a movie that’s been making families laugh (and cringe) for a quarter-century,” Rosenthal said in a statement. “With the fourth installment of the franchise in the works, it feels like the perfect time to revisit some of the moments that made this film an instant classic. Tribeca is all about celebrating the stories that stay with us, and this year’s lineup is full of those fan-favorite reunions and retrospectives that...

The already highly-anticipated 2025 Tribeca Festival just got an extra boost of star power. IndieWire can announce that Martin Scorsese, David Cronenberg, Darren Aronofsky, and Christopher Guest are among the auteurs who will be in attendance for respective film anniversary reunions.

Tribeca staple Scorsese will be on hand to mark the 30th anniversary of “Casino” with a special screening and conversation alongside actor and Tribeca co-founder Robert De Niro. Scorsese will also introduce a special 35mm screening of “Kundun” in honor of the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday.

Cronenberg makes his Tribeca debut for the 50th anniversary of “Shivers,” while Aronofsky returns to the festival for the 25th anniversary screening of “Requiem for a Dream.” Mary Harron’s “American Psycho” will also screen alongside fellow 2000 film “Best in Show.” Director Christopher Guest and ensemble stars Parker Posey, Jane Lynch, John Michael Higgins, and Michael McKean will be part of a post-screening...

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With the month of May just around the corner, there’s a whole new slate of content waiting for you to watch and enjoy on Hulu. The streaming platform wrapped up the season finale of The Kardashians last month and is set for more releases including Vanderpump Villa and Mission Impossible movies.

Hulu May 2025: Everything On Release Schedule May 1 Alone Australia Season 1 The Chicano Squad Season 1 History’s Greatest Escapes with Morgan Freeman Season 2 Inmate to Roommate Season 2 James Brown: Say it Loud Season 1 Jeopardy! Masters Season 3 Mormon Mom Gone Wrong: The Ruby Franke Story Naruto Shippuden Season 9 Pawn Stars Season 22 Alienoid Alienoid 2 Anaconda Anaconda En Español Attack The Block Attack the Block En Español Austenland Austenland En Español Babylon A.D. Bad Teacher Bad Teacher En Español Basic Basic En Espanol Battle of the Year Battle Of The Year En Español The Childe Con...

Jim Gaffigan has always loved performing stand-up comedy in Canada, but these days, its citizens aren't always loving him back. On a recent episode of the We Might Be Drunk podcast, Gaffigan noted a marked change these days when he performs for Canadian audiences.

Over the years, Vancouver has always had amazing comedy crowds, Gaffigan noted, a motion seconded by one of the podcast’s cohosts, comedian Sam Morril. “I’m going there soon,” he said. “I love Vancouver.”

You could always count on Canada, Gaffigan reiterated. It wasn’t like performing in Europe, where “the English are just condescending in general” and the Irish turned on Americans after the Gulf War. “The Canadians were always like, ‘Yeah, you know, it's not you. It's your government doing this foreign policy.’”

But lately — maybe it has something to do with Donald Trump’s needling about Canada becoming America’s 51st state...

“CBS News Sunday Morning” offers its usual eclectic mix of stories this Sunday, covering everything from the creators of “Gilmore Girls” to the secrets of British chocolate. First up, Amy Sherman-Paladino and Daniel Paladino, the creative force behind hit shows like “Gilmore Girls” and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” take center stage. They’ll be talking about […]

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In recent years, stand-up comedy shows have been on the rise, with streaming platforms becoming the new comedy clubs, giving comedians a stage and a global reach. From bold storytelling to no-filter humor, viewers are shifting towards specials that are profoundly personal and laugh-out-loud funny.

Now, Hulu has also tapped into the same demand and launched its monthly stand-up series Hularious, with a fresh comedian every month. With previous specials featuring big names such as Ilana Glazer, Roy Wood Jr., and Jim Gaffigan, the platform has quickly established itself as a go-to destination for premium comedy content.

Now, Hularious is all set to turn up the volume once again with its latest headliner, Jessica Kirson. She’s known for her energy and undeniable stage presence. Her upcoming special, I’m the Man, promises a wild and unapologetically funny ride.

So, let’s examine what fans can expect from Jessica Kirson: I’m the Man,...

Exclusive: Range Media Partners has signed production company Cold Iron Pictures and its founder & CEO, producer, writer, director and actor Miranda Bailey, for management.

Cold Iron Pictures has backed some of the most acclaimed indies of the last decade, including the Daniels’ first feature, Swiss Army Man, Mike Birbiglia’s improv troupe dramedy Don’t Think Twice, Marielle Heller’s Independent Spirit Award-winning debut feature The Diary of a Teenage Girl, and the thriller God’s Country starring Thandiwe Newton which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, among other titles.

Cold Iron’s latest feature, By Design — an avant-garde body swap comedy from writer-director Amanda Kramer — premiered to strong reviews at Sundance 2025 and is being represented for domestic sales by Range Select. Also behind the 2024 Tribeca coming-of-age drama Jazzy, which was nominated for two Independent Spirit Awards, the company’s first TV series, Kit Williamson’s Unconvention, was picked up as a...

Bowen Yang hopes his days of playing Jd Vance on “Saturday Night Live” can soon end.

During a recent appearance on “The Daily Show,” Yang, who first portrayed the vice president in an October 2024 episode, said that he has begged “SNL” creator Lorne Michaels to have somebody else play the role of Vance on the prolific late-night sketch show.

“Lorne asked me [to play Jd Vance] and, I said, ‘Please, please, please don’t make me do this,’” Yang told “Daily Show” pundit Desi Lydic. “I really do my best with him, but every time I have to play him, I go to Lorne and I say, ‘You can do a buyback, You don’t have to stick with me.’”

The “Wicked” actor continued, “Please reach out to Zach Galifianakis. Please reach out to Taran Killam. But no, that’s my charge.”

Part of the reason why it is so “challenging” to play Vance,...

One of the greatest television spin-offs ever, which has since become the de facto flagship series for the "Law & Order" franchise, is "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit." Commonly referred to simply as "Svu," the show focuses on police detectives investigating especially heinous crimes in and around New York City. Given the nature of their law enforcement specialization, the characters in "Svu" often face darker, more sexually oriented crimes than the other "Law & Order" shows. The series has gone on to become one of the longest-running scripted primetime television shows of all time, eventually exceeding its predecessor.

Running since 1999, "Svu" is an American television institution, and it has earned that distinction through excellently crafted characters and cases. Whether it's the fan-favorite duo of Elliot Stabler (Christopher Meloni) and Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) or newer generations of detectives, "Svu" has maintained a steadily impressive level of quality. For those that are...

Although Bowen Yang doesn’t want to play Jd Vance, he gives the impersonation his all.

The Saturday Night Live star recalled asking Lorne Michaels “please, please, please don’t make me do this” after he was cast in the “challenging” role the vice president on the long-running NBC sketch comedy show.

“First of all — God’s honest truth, I really do my best with him, but every time I have to play him, I go to Lorne and I say, ‘You can do a buyback. You don’t have to stick with me. Please reach out to Zach Galifianakis. Please reach out to Taran Killam,'” he admitted on The Daily Show. “But, no, that’s my charge.”

Yang added, “I worked with — you guys are going to roll your f—ing eyes. I worked with an accent coach. We had to find the middle between Appalachian but Ohio.

Bowen Yang is tired of impersonating J.D. Vance on Saturday Night Live.

The Wicked actor first played the vice president of the United States in September 2024 — a mere two months before Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election. On Thursday, Yang appeared on The Daily Show and said that despite playing the character for less than a year, he would be more than happy if Lorne Michaels recast the role of the Republican politician on SNL.

“Loren asked me [to play Vance] and, I said, ‘Please, please, please don’t make me do this,’” Yang explained to host Desi Lydic. “I really do my best with him, but every time I have to play him, I go to Lorne and I say, ‘You can do a buyback, You don’t have to stick with me.’”

The actor and comedian offered the SNL creator a few options for his replacement: “Please reach out to Zach Galifianakis.

Shout! Studios, the multi-platform media company backed by Oaktree Capital Management, has acquired Gravitas Ventures from Anthem Sports & Entertainment, Inc.

The deal was finalized over the weekend, we hear, with employees at Shout! being notified this morning. It came following rumblings of multiple layoffs at boutique distributor Gravitas. When Deadline reached out to various staff members at the distributor, we were met with bounce-backs, seemingly confirming sudden departures.

The ambition on Shout!’s part is to grow its content portfolio with the acquisition of entertainment companies and their content libraries, while continuing to partner with independent rights owners to monetize content and launch new streaming channels.

Going forward, Shout! Studios and Gravitas Ventures will operate as two distinct brands. Each will continue to actively distribute content from its respective catalogue, leveraging a scaled combined distribution organization to better monetize content across traditional and digital channels. The deal gives Shout! access to more than 3,300 scripted,...

The 29th Annual Webby Awards were announced today by the International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences, with winners to be announced on Tuesday, April 22 in New York.

“The Webby Awards have always been a barometer for digital progress, and this year’s Nominees reflect the deep connection between creativity and innovation,” said Jesse Feister, Executive Director, Webby Media Group. “From visionary creators to the technologists building the tools and platforms behind them, these are the people and companies redefining how we connect, express, and experience life online. As AI continues to transform the Internet, many of this year’s Nominees are not only pushing its creative potential, they’re helping shape its development in thoughtful and responsible ways.”

This year, The Webby Awards introduced a new suite of Creator categories to celebrate the booming creator economy and growing influence of creators who are shaping culture, entertainment and the Internet. These...

Twenty years ago, the comedy world was stunned by the death of beloved performer Mitch Hedberg, who was still on the rise not long after having released what would become his best-selling album.

Known for his absurdist, one-liner-style delivery, Hedberg was revered by fans and fellow comics alike. He made 10 appearances on The Late Show With David Letterman and has three stand-up albums, including Mitch All Together, released in December 2003 and certified gold in 2021. Hedberg, who had been dubbed “the next [Jerry] Seinfeld” by Time magazine, was found dead from a drug overdose at age 37 on March 30, 2005.

But his unique perspective has continued to bring joy to fans new and old, and Emmy-nominated filmmaker Jeff Siegel (Billy Joel: The 100th) is currently working to celebrate Hedberg’s legacy with a feature documentary. The movie, which does not yet have an announced title or release date, has wrapped principal photography and will include archival footage,...

BBC leads this year’s Banff Rockie Awards International Program Competition, with 28 nominations, followed by National Geographic and Hulu (seven nominations each) and Disney Television Studios and Audible (five nominations each).

The Banff World Media Festival is set to merge its Banff Gala Awards and Rockie Awards International Program Competition into a single ceremony during this year’s festival. The in-person awards show will take place Monday, June 9 at 5:30 p.m. Mt (4:30 p.m. Pt/ 7:30 p.m. Et).

“For the first time ever, we’re bringing together the prestigious Gala Awards and the Rockies into one incredible event. This will be a spectacular night celebrating the industry’s most influential leaders alongside the world’s top creative talent — all in one room, under one roof. With so many groundbreaking creators and executives in attendance, this year’s show promises to be an unforgettable, must-see celebration of excellence in global entertainment,...

Every year, Jesse Shade of the Awfully Good Movies series provides us with his list of the ten worst movies of the year – and 2024 is no different! Now that the Oscars are out of the way and it has been revealed that the members of the Academy felt Anora was the best picture of 2024, Jesse Shade is here with his list of The 10 Worst Movies of 2024. You can find out what his picks are by checking out the video embedded above. Fittingly, this is also the video that has been chosen to launch the new JoBlo Awfully Good Movies YouTube channel!

If you want to know what Jesse Shade’s picks for the 10 Worst Movies of 2024 were before you start watching the video, here’s the list:

10. Joker: Folie à Deux

Directed by Todd Phillips, who also wrote the script with Scott Silver. Starring Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga,...

“Seinfeld” writer Spike Feresten is auctioning off his 1966 Triumph Bonneville T120R motorcycle, with the funds helping the continued recovery efforts in the wake of the Palisades fire.

Fans hoping to own Feresten’s motorcycle have through Wednesday, March 19 to put in their bid through Bring a Trailer, with the website reading: “The auction winner will have the option of taking delivery of the motorcycle directly from Spike on the set of Spike’s Car Radio.”

On Instagram, Feresten wrote in his post: “We’re honored to be part of this charity auction benefiting the Palisades Charter High School Booster Club (@palihighboosterclub) and their fire recovery efforts.”

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Proceeds will go to the Palisades Charter High School Booster Club in order to support recovery efforts in the Palisades, one of many places in Southern California devastated by the wildfires back in January.

Kumail Nanjiani will release a comedy special on Hulu, his first stand-up special in over a decade. The show will mark his second-ever standup special.

Since Nanjiani’s first comedy special, Beta Male, in 2013, he’s starred in projects such as HBO’s Silicon Valley and Hulu’s Welcome to Chippendales, with other appearances on shows like Only Murders in the Building. He picked up an Oscar nod for his screenplay on The Big Sick and previously hosted The Meltdown With Jonah and Kumail, a Comedy Central stand-up series.

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Kumail Nanjiani is returning to the stand-up stage, and bringing Hulu with him.

The Emmy- and Oscar-nominated actor and writer is joining the Disney-owned streamer’s lineup of comedy specials. The special will be the second of his career — and the first in more than a decade. His inaugural special, Beta Male, aired on Comedy Central in 2013.

Since then, Nanjiani has worked regularly as an actor in HBO’s Silicon Valley and Hulu’s Welcome to Chippendales and feature films The Big Sick — for which he and Emily V. Gordon earned Oscar nominations for writing — The Lovebirds and Eternals, among others. He also hosted Comedy Central’s stand-up showcase The Meltdown With Jonah and Kumail from 2014-16.

Nanjiani will also be an executive producer of the Hulu special alongside Elan Gale and Bernie Schaeffer. ITV American and TheYearOfElan are producing. A date and title for the special will be announced later.

Kumail Nanjiani is joining Hulu’s “Hularious” line-up with his own special.

It will mark Nanjiani’s second special in more than a decade. It’s produced by ITV America, Winter Coat (Nanjiani’s production company) and TheYearOfElan. Nanjiani will serve as an executive producer alongside Elan Gale and Bernie Schaeffer.

The special will premiere domestically on Hulu and internationally on Disney+, with the release date and additional details to be announced at a later date.

In 2024, Nanjiani launched his stand-up comedy tour, Kumail Nanjiani: Doing This Again across North America and Europe.

Nanjiani’s upcoming acting gigs Peacock’s Poker Face and in Ella McCay from 20th Century. His past work include Marvel’s The Eternals, Fox’s The X-Files, NBC’s Community, Disney’s Obi-Wan, Men In Black: International, Stuber, The Lovebirds, Migration, and Fist Fight.

His first comedy special was “Beta Male” that aired in 2013 on Comedy Central.

Kumail Nanjiani is returning to stand-up comedy after 10 years with a new special for Hulu.

The hour is Nanjiani’s first comedy special in 12 years, his second after 2013’s “Beta Male.” A release date and title will be revealed at a later date.

ITV America and TheYearOfElan will produce the new special, which is executive produced by Nanjiani, Elan Gale and Bernie Schaeffer.

Nanjiani is a comedian and actor best known for his roles in the HBO comedy series “Silicon Valley” and the romantic comedy film “Big Sick,” which he co-wrote with his wife, Emily V. Gordon, about their relationship. His credits range from blockbuster fare to beloved comedy programs. Nanjiani is an Oscar nominee for the “Big Sick” screenplay and an Emmy nominee for his guest role in an episode of Jordan Peele’s reboot of “The Twilight Zone,” as well as his lead role in the Hulu limited series “Welcome to Chippendales.

The era of the aged action hero has given us the delights of Liam Neeson in the Taken franchise, Denzel Washington as The Equalizer, and Jeff Bridges in The Old Man, with genre fans wondering who will be next in demonstrating their particular set of skills in their twilight years. Well, next up is 86-year-old Daredevil star Scott Glenn, who will lead the upcoming Eugene the Marine. And the highly anticipated action horror movie has just received some exciting news.

Coming courtesy of Screen Daily, Eugene the Marine, which finds Glenn taking the lead as the titular former marine who must fight to stop his life unraveling after a series of murders start to happen around him, “Concourse Media has bulked up its EFM sales slate” with the action thriller, and has now been likened to some unexpected cinematic classics, including David Lynch’s haunting Mulholland Drive, Martin Scorsese’s Cape Fear,...

It was a massively star-studded affair at the SNL50: The Anniversary Special on Sunday evening (February 16) held at Studio 8H in Rockefeller Center in New York City.

Saturday Night Live celebrated it’s 50th anniversary with hundreds of stars who have appeared on the show over the years.

From music stars like Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter and Cher, to actors like Ayo Edebiri, Emma Stone and Anya Taylor-Joy.

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The late-night sketch show’s special featured many returning sketches, with past and present SNL cast members reprising their characters, and even several celebrities who have hosted reprising their characters!

We have gathered every celebrity, cast member and more’s looks from the red carpet and you can see over 200 below…

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“Saturday Night Live” took Sunday by storm with its star-studded 50th anniversary special at 30 Rock, which gathered past and present cast members and writers alongside hosts, musical guests and other comedy legends for a three-hour live televised special.

The guest list is, predictably, packed with A-listers. Adam Driver, Adam Sandler, Amy Poehler, Andy Samberg, Ayo Edebiri, Bad Bunny, Chevy Chase, Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle, Eddie Murphy, Fred Armisen, Garrett Morris, Jane Curtin, Jason Sudeikis, Jimmy Fallon, John Mulaney, Kate McKinnon, Kenan Thompson, Kim Kardashian, Kristen Wiig, Laraine Newman, Martin Short, Maya Rudolph, Miley Cyrus, Molly Shannon, Pete Davidson, Paul McCartney, Paul Simon, Pedro Pascal, Peyton Manning, Quinta Brunson, Robert De Niro, Sabrina Carpenter, Scarlett Johansson, Seth Meyers, Steve Martin, Tina Fey, Tracy Morgan, Tom Hanks, Will Ferrell, Will Forte, Woody Harrelson and more are all due to appear.

See photos from the “SNL” 50th anniversary red carpet below.

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NBC celebrated Saturday Night Live on Friday night with over three hours of music history on SNL50: The Homecoming Concert. The special hosted by Emmy winner Jimmy Fallon streamed live from Radio City Music Hall in New York City and is now available to stream on Peacock.

Musical acts included Arcade Fire, Backstreet Boys, Bad Bunny, Bonnie Raitt, Brandi Carlile, Brittany Howard, Cher, Chris Martin, Dave Grohl, David Byrne, Devo, Eddie Vedder, Jack White, Jelly Roll, Lady Gaga, Lauryn Hill, Miley Cyrus, Mumford & Sons, Post Malone, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Robyn, Snoop Dogg, St. Vincent, the B-52s, the Roots, and Wyclef Jean. Surprise comedy musical performances included Bill Murray, Paul Shaffer, Andy Samberg, Chris Parnell, Will Ferrell, Ana Gasteyer, Maya Rudolph, Fred Armisen, and Tracy Morgan.

But that doesn’t end the festivities. Sunday night’s SNL50: The Anniversary Special will switch over from mostly music to almost...

The SNL 50: Homecoming Concert at Radio City Music Hall Friday was one of the starriest and genre-bending concerts in recent history.

The concert, which took place ahead of the show’s big three-hour anniversary special Sunday, saw performances from Bad Bunny, Miley Cyrus, Cher, Lady Gaga (who took took part in a musical sketch with Lonely Island and returned with a performance of “Shallow”), Nirvana, led by Post Malone, Backstreet Boys, Snoop Dog, Lauryn Hill and Wyclef, David Byrne, Arcade Fire and St. Vincent, Eddie Vedder, Devo, The White Stripes and more.

The artists who performed had a connection to SNL, as did the invite-only crowd, which was made up of those who had worked at the late night sketch show or had a connection to someone who had.

Jimmy Fallon hosted the night, kicking it off with an energetic performance honoring the Blues Brothers. But before he took the stage,...

Jason Momoa and Adria Arjona walk the purple carpet together while attending the SNL50: The Homecoming Concert held at Radio City Music Hall on Friday night (February 14) in New York City.

The couple, who have been dating for almost a year, marked their first red carpet appearance together at the big concert event!

Also making their red carpet debut was Miley Cyrus and her beau of three years, Maxx Morando, as they were also joined by her mom Tish Cyrus-Purcell.

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Miley was actually one of dozens of musicians who took the stage during the concert, performing her hit “Flowers” and a rendition of “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” with Brittany Howard.

Coming up on Sunday (February 16) is the SNL50: The Anniversary Special, which will see many current and past SNL cast members returning for the big special event!

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NBC’s months-long commemoration of the 50th anniversary of “Saturday Night Live” is finally reaching its apex. The network welcomed hundreds of stars to Radio City Music Fall on Friday evening for “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” a kick-off for the weekend that will finish with the 50th anniversary special airing on NBC on, ironically, Sunday evening.

Among the celebrities spotted at Radio City Music Hall on Friday night, the invitees included Tom Hanks, Jason Momoa, Peyton Manning, Josh Gad, Ray Romano, Seth Rogen, Edward Norton, Judd Apatow, Jack McBrayer, Willie Geist, Al Roker, Phil Rosenthal, Savannah Guthrie, Jerry Seinfeld, Lester Holt, Keegan-Michael Key, Billy Crystal, Jim Gaffigan, Woody Harrelson, Natasha Lyonne, James Franco and Jon Hamm. “SNL” alum were in attendance too, including Adam Sandler, John Mulaney, Molly Shannon, Kevin Nealon, Fred Armisen, Seth Meyers and Punkie Johnson. “SNL” head Lorne Michaels could be seen rushing through the lobby before the show as well.

Concourse Media has bulked up its EFM sales slate with the action thriller Eugene The Marine starring Scott Glenn, Annette O’Toole, and Jim Gaffigan.

Hank Bedford directed the completed film about a military veteran and widower living in his tidy home who invites trouble when he begins to open up his life to those around him, including a new friend, a potential love interest, his son, and a sleazy realtor.

Bedford co-wrote the screenplay with Cesare Gagliardoni and the cast includes Shioli Katsuna and Jeremy Bobb. Eugene The Marine was produced by Stephen Vincent.

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The ninth anniversary of Love Rocks NYC will see an all-star lineup take the stage to help raise money for the non-profit God’s Love We Deliver, which offers medically tailored meals and nutrition services to those in need.

Alicia Keys, Beck, and Cher will lead the the roster, along with music director and bandleader Will Lee (The CBS Orchestra). Additional performers include Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Dave Stewart (Eurythmics) feat. Vanessa Amorosi, Eric Burton of Black Pumas, Grace Bowers, Jesse Malin, Kate Hudson, Luke Spiller, Mavis Staples, Michael McDonald, Peter Frampton,...

The guest list for the SNL50 anniversary special has added 23 former cast members to its impressive roster.

The just-announced A-listers are Adam Sandler, Amy Poehler, Andy Samberg, Chevy Chase, Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy, Fred Armisen, Garrett Morris, Jane Curtin, Jason Sudeikis, Jimmy Fallon, Kate McKinnon, Kenan Thompson, Kristen Wiig, Laraine Newman, Maya Rudolph, Molly Shannon, Pete Davidson, Seth Meyers, Tina Fey, Tracy Morgan, Will Ferrell, and Will Forte.

They’ll join the following previously announced list of celebrities: Adam Driver, Ayo Edebiri, Bad Bunny, Dave Chappelle, John Mulaney, Kim Kardashian, Martin Short, Miley Cyrus, Paul McCartney, Paul Simon, Pedro Pascal, Peyton Manning, Quinta Brunson, Robert De Niro, Sabrina Carpenter, Scarlett Johansson, Steve Martin, Tom Hanks, and Woody Harrelson.

NBC and Peacock’s live three-hour event from Studio 8H in Rockefeller Center has an airdate of Feb. 16 at 8 p.m. Et/5 p.m. Pt. Watch the promo video above.

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Hulu has released a trailer for the upcoming comedy special from Chris Distefano, streaming Feb. 21.

Titled “It’s Just Unfortunate,” the stand-up hour sees the Brooklyn-born comic riffing on his three Puerto Rican kids, his 13-year-old stepson and his dad’s rudimentary understanding of Latin culture (“They throw the parties for the girls at 15 — they call them Quesadillas”).

In the minute-long teaser, Distefano quips, “My girl, she wants a guy who knows how to build stuff. I don’t know how to build anything. I can build walls — emotionally.”

Distefano’s last stand-up special, “Speshy Weshy,” aired on Netflix in 2022, and his 2019 debut “Size 38 Waist” came courtesy of Comedy Central.

“What an honor to be one of the 12 comics chosen by Hulu,” Distefano said in a statement to Variety. “I feel like an apostle right now. Chrissy The Catholic. I bought my entire outfit at the Queens Center Mall. Shoutout Zara.

There are going to be so many celebs on the red carpet at the 2025 Grammy Awards and we’re recapping all of the best photos here!

It’s music’s biggest night on Sunday (February 2) at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

Make sure to tune in for the show at 8/7c on CBS and you can also stream on Paramount+.

Comedian Trevor Noah is returning to host the ceremony for the fifth consecutive year. Make sure to check out the full list of nominations, led by Beyonce with 11 mentions.

Head inside to check out the full list of celebs attending the Grammys…

Keep scrolling to see photos of all the celebs at the Grammys…

**We’ll be updating this post all night long.

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Dave Chappelle won best comedy album at the 2025 Grammys on Sunday, his third win in a row in the category and sixth win overall.

The Recording Academy presented the comedy album trophy during the premiere ceremony, which took place before the televised event later on Sunday. Chappelle was not present to accept the trophy.

Chappelle won for The Dreamer, his 2023 New Year’s Eve Netflix special. The new hour was Chappelle’s seventh for the streamer, and his first since the ultra-controversial 2021 special The Closer, which brought the comedian under fire for jokes about the transgender community.

In The Dreamer, Chappelle still targeted several different marginalized groups, including trans people and the disabled. “I love punching down!” he said at one point in the special.

Chappelle’s win beat Ricky Gervais’ Armageddon, Jim Gaffigan’s The Prisoner, Nikki Glaser’s Someday You’ll Die and Trevor Noah’s Where Was I.

Dave Chappelle has been nominated six times for Best Comedy Album at the Grammys and now has won six times, continuing his undefeated streak in the category with his Feb. 2 victory for The Dreamer. He now stands alone as the Grammys’ second-most-awarded comedian, breaking his tie with George Carlin and Richard Pryor and just one trophy shy of seven-time champ Bill Cosby. His previous five victories were for The Age of Spin and Deep in the Heart of Texas (2018), Equanimity and The Bird Revelation (2019), Sticks and Stones (2020), The Closer (2023), and What’s in a Name? (2024).

This year Chappelle defeated first-time nominees Ricky Gervais (Armageddon) and Nikki Glaser (Someday You’ll Die), three-time nominee and fifth-year Grammy host Trevor Noah (Where Was I?), and eight-time nominee Jim Gaffigan (The Prisoner). All four are awaiting their first Grammy.

Chappelle is clearly still loved by his peers in the industry, undiminished since his satirical...

Trey Kennedy has set a new stand-up comedy special at Hulu, where it will be available to stream starting Jan. 24.

Titled “Grow Up,” the hour “takes audiences on a hilarious journey through the ups and downs of adulthood.” Kennedy shot the family-friendly special in front of a sold-out crowd in Salt Lake City, and he explores navigating fatherhood as well as his own upbringing. He discusses his relationship with his wife, what makes them so different and the aspects of his life that need some growing up.

Per a press release, “With a comedic blend of stand-up, videos, and music, Kennedy delivers an hour-long ride through his comedic mind, with both poignant moments and laugh-out-loud observations about life’s better or worse moments.”

“I’m super grateful Hulu is helping me show ‘Grow Up’ to the masses,” Kennedy said in a statement. “I’m so proud of this special and...

Plenty of big-name comics are on tour this year, and Variety figures you want to know how to buy tickets. But before you plunk down your hard-earned cash, you should do a little comparison shopping to see which shows provide the best value for your comedy dollar.

Here’s that list of upcoming stand-up tours, separated into cost-based tiers. Fire up that PayPal and let’s go buy some laughs…

The Bargain Basement $50 Tier

If there’s a no-brainer show on this list, it’s the wicked Wanda Sykes with tickets starting at only $53. She’s much funnier and more accomplished than several of the comics on this list — and what a bargain!

The $60 Glut Tier

There are more comedians in the $60 to $70 range than any other group on this list, including Shane Gillis, Brett Goldstein, Brian Reagan, Nate Bargatze, Jo Koy, Tom Segura, Patton Oswalt and the red-pilled Whitney Cummings.

Actor Josh Gad’s book, In Gad We Trust, has now gone on sale, and includes some of his own film stories. More here.

If you’re looking for a book to start off 2025 (albeit two weeks later), then actor Josh Gad might have a suggestion for you. He’s penned what’s described as a collection of essays about his life and career, all under the title of In Gad We Trust. And, as you’ve probably gleaned from this post, said book is on sale and available now.

In the book, Gad digs into his film work and also his hit Broadway role leading the phenomenon that became The Book Of Mormon. He also touches on his appearance in the live-action take on Disney’s Beauty & The Beast in there as well. Published by Gallery Books and running to 272 pages, you can find In Gad We Trust available to purchase here.

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Comedians are taking the stage to embark on national tours and debut brand new material.

From Nikki Glaser, fresh off her headline-grabbing Golden Globes hosting gig , to Shane Gillis, currently midway through a nationwide tour, there are dozens of stand-up shows to see this year.

Below are the most anticipated comedians hitting the stage this year — and where to buy tickets.

Shane Gillis

When: Jan. 17 – Jun. 28

Where: U.S Tour

Price: Starting at $60

Buy Now: Shane Gillis Nikki Glaser

When: Jan. 30 – Sept. 6

Where: U.S Tour

Price: Starting at $120

Buy Now: Nikki Glaser Ricky Gervais

When: Jan. 21 – Dec. 4

Where: U.K + Tour

Price: Starting at $120

Buy Now: Ricky Gervais Kevin Hart

When: Jan. 17 – Apr. 13

Where: U.S Tour

Price: Starting at $120

Buy Now: Kevin Hart Theo Von

When: Feb.

Some may not be aware there's a little something extra at the very end of the credits for 13 Going on 30. It's not an extra scene in the vein of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's signature stingers (some of which have included 13 Going on 30 star Mark Ruffalo), but audio of teenage girls gleefully singing along to "Love is a Battlefield," much like in an earlier scene in the movie. I only just noticed this while rewatching the movie and was delighted by all it represents.

13 Going on 30 is 2004 fantasy romantic comedy about a 13-year-old girl named Jenna Rink, who, in 1987, dreams of being popular and wishes she were "thirty and flirty and thriving." She later wakes up in 2004 at the age of 30. Jennifer Garner stars as 30-year-old Jenna, while Christa B. Allen plays the role of young Jenna. Mark Ruffalo, Judy Greer, Jim Gaffigan, and Andy Serkis also star.

On Wednesday January 8 2025, Bravo broadcasts The Kelly Clarkson Show!

Season 6 Episode 63 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Kelly Clarkson Show” promises to be an exciting blend of music, comedy, and heartwarming moments. Titled “Kellyoke: Too Sweet,” this episode will feature Kelly Clarkson showcasing her musical talent with a special performance that is sure to delight fans. The song selection, “Too Sweet,” hints at a fun and upbeat vibe, setting the stage for a lively show.

Comedian Jim Gaffigan will also be a guest on this episode. Known for his relatable humor and family-focused comedy, Gaffigan is expected to bring plenty of laughs. He will likely discuss his latest projects and share some funny stories that resonate with the audience. His segment, titled “Gaffigan’s Got This,” suggests that he will take the lead in entertaining viewers with his signature style.

In addition to music and comedy, the episode will...