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“I’m a huge believer in the expression, ‘laughter is the shortest distance between two people,'” declares “Will and Harper” director Josh Greenbaum. For our recent webchat he adds, “I love comedy. I love making people laugh. I felt that was really critical, because that’s really the love language between Will and Harper. They met on both of their first days at ‘Saturday Night Live,’ and they shared an immediate kind of love language in comedy. For me, finding that tone and capturing that tone of their friendship, and what their friendship looks like, both prior to Harper’s transition and then post, was what I was most interested in capturing. Obviously, the other question we ask in the film is what Harper asks, which is that she loves America, she loves this country, but she wasn’t sure, and she’s not sure, if it loves her back since her transition.

It’s beginning to look a lot like homicide — I mean, Christmas on Elsbeth. This holiday season, snow won’t be the only thing falling around here. Get your ugly Christmas sweater on because it’s a special Elsbeth holiday episode.

You may have to watch the promo for “Gold, Frankincense, and Murder” to understand the reference above. Don’t worry because we are going to unpack what could be the campiest episode of the season.

That being said, Elsbeth has enough quirkiness for two shows. Couple that with some holiday cheer, and you have some certified yuletide mayhem.

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It may be the happiest time of the year, but let’s not forget the crowds, alcohol consumption, desperation, gift-giving pressure, emotional instability, and homes left vacant.

This is a tough time of year for many people, and someone always snaps. So, let’s all be thankful for...

When director Jason Reitman and casting director John Papsidera put together the large ensemble cast for “Saturday Night,” Reitman’s film about the first-ever episode of the legendary sketch comedy series “Saturday Night Live,” they ran into one spot of trouble. “Dan Aykroyd was almost impossible,” Reitman told Entertainment Weekly of the casting process.

But when Dylan O’Brien auditioned, the part just clicked into place. “That was a big moment,” the filmmaker said, noting that O’Brien was the last of seven actors cast to play the Not Ready for Primetime Players from that first season of “Saturday Night Live.”

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O’Brien didn’t know any of this at the time. As far as he was concerned, “Saturday Night” seemed like a project he wouldn’t book anyway, and so the “Teen Wolf” and “The Maze Runner” actor didn’t even bother to send in...

After six days of release worldwide, Disney’s record-breaking Moana 2 stands at $404.5M, passing this year’s Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes ($397.4M) and Bad Boys: Ride or Die ($404.5M), already the No. 9 movie of the year.

Yesterday, Moana 2 led at the domestic box office with $5.7M, -83% from Sunday, taking its domestic to $231.2M. By the way, Universal’s Wicked wasn’t far behind with $5.5M, -72% from Sunday, for a running total of $268.8M.

Moana 2‘s foreign take Monday was $9.5M, putting the global day at $15.2M. Total foreign stands at $173.3M.

The original Moana back in 2016 finaled at $643.3M worldwide, $248.7M domestic (soon to be toppled by the sequel this week) and $394.5M overseas.

Key market breakdowns are as follows: France ($19.2M), UK ($16.3M), Mexico ($12.4M), Germany ($10.6M), Korea ($9.3M), Italy ($9.3M), Brazil, China ($6.7M), Spain ($5.5M), Philippines ($5.2M...

Jolly old elf Martin Short is making it official — by joining Saturday Night Live’s Five-Timers Club on December 21, he’s also cementing his status as the show’s all-time Christmas Guy. Along with the season’s opener and final show, the holiday episode is generally reserved for SNL all-stars. This is Short’s second shot at the Christmas show, following his first in 2012, but he also co-hosted the December 10 episode in 2022 with Steve Martin. That show was packed with holiday sketches, including a twisted take on A Christmas Carol.

Only three other people have hosted as many as two Christmas episodes, according to Late Nighter. First was Candice Bergen in 1975 and 1976, the show’s first two seasons. The man who ruined Christmas, Jimmy Fallon, hit the holiday double in 2011 and 2013. Technically, Eddie Murphy is the all-time champ by hosting the Christmas show in 1982, 1984 and 2019 although that record comes with...

On Tuesday December 3 2024, ABC broadcasts Jimmy Kimmel Live!!

Jude Law; Kyle Mooney; Denzel Curry Season 23 Episode 47 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” promises an exciting lineup with actor Jude Law, comedian Kyle Mooney, and musician Denzel Curry. This episode will air on ABC and is sure to capture the attention of many fans.

Jude Law, known for his impressive roles in film and television, will be a special guest. His appearances often bring interesting stories and insights from his career. Viewers can expect to hear about his latest projects and perhaps some behind-the-scenes tales that showcase his experiences in the entertainment industry.

Kyle Mooney, a familiar face from “Saturday Night Live,” will also join the show. His unique style of comedy often brings laughter and fun to the stage. It will be interesting to see what kind of humor he brings to the conversation with Jimmy Kimmel.

From the moment John Belushi first muttered about The Wolverines, “Saturday Night Live” had been a launching pad for America’s burgeoning comedic talent to break away towards their own careers beyond the show. Some have proven more successful in that area than others, but most of that intermittent success has been focused on the same brand of comedic acting that got them noticed in the first place; few SNL alum mark their break from Lorne Michaels with a stint in the director’s chair.

Kyle Mooney, though, seems relatively primed to have made the jump from the live show to being the man behind the camera, as most eyes were moved in his direction by way of his prerecorded, often-cut-for-time skits. Now, two years after his SNL departure, the man whose cringe-comedy made him a defining middle-ground between Andy Samberg and Tim Robinson turns his gift for the awkward towards “Y2K,...

Note: The following story contains spoilers from “What We Do in the Shadows” Season 6, Episode 9.

From its first season, “What We Do in the Shadows” has been a show unafraid to cheekily drop big names, especially if the actors in question have a vampire on their IMDb page. And in its final season, the FX comedy embraced its chaotic, star-studded side once more.

“Come Out and Play” once again finds the Staten Island crew among the many, many, many throngs of vampires that inhabit New York, from the Meatpacking hotties to the aspiring artist vampires who have to hold down day jobs as baristas. But there’s one especially tall, pale and questioning vamp that may have caught viewers’ eyes. Here’s your guide to the “True Blood” star who’s casually in this latest season.

Alexander Skarsgård in a crowd shot on “What We Do in the Shadows” (Photo...

On Tuesday December 3 2024, CBS broadcasts The Drew Barrymore Show!

Yara Shahidi; Sarah Sherman Season 5 Episode 117 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Drew Barrymore Show” promises to be an exciting one, featuring two talented guests, Yara Shahidi and Sarah Sherman. Airing on CBS, this episode is sure to bring laughter and insightful conversations.

Sarah Sherman, known for her work on “Saturday Night Live” and “Human vs Hamster,” will share her unique perspective on the latest headlines. Her comedic style and sharp wit will likely add a fun twist to the news, making it an entertaining segment for viewers. Fans of her work can expect her to bring her signature humor to the discussion.

Yara Shahidi, recognized for her roles in “black-ish” and “grown-ish,” will also join the show. Her experiences in the entertainment industry and her commitment to social issues make her an engaging guest. Shahidi’s insights and personality...

Saturday Night Live will be closing out 2024 with some big stars!

While it was previously announced that Paul Mescal will be hosting the December 7th episode of the long-running NBC sketch comedy series with musical guest Shaboozey, the hosts and musical guests for the final two episodes of 2024 have been revealed.

Keep reading to find out more…Chris Rock will be hosting the December 14 episode of SNL with musical guest Gracie Abrams while Martin Short will be hosting the final 2024 episode on December 21 with musical guest Hozier.

This will mark Chris‘ fourth time hosting the show while Gracie will be making her debut. Martin has hosted the show times four times in the past and Hozier previously performed back in 2014.

Saturday Night Live will mark its 50th anniversary with a primetime special airing on Sunday, February 16, 2025.

Saturday Night Live has secured its last three hosts and musical guests for 2024. On Monday, the NBC comedy variety show announced that Gracie Abrams and Hozier will perform on the Dec. 14 and Dec. 21 episodes of the show to end the year. Chris Rock and Martin Short will host the shows, respectively.

Abrams simply wrote, “Ahh,” as she shared the news on her Instagram.

The SNL performances will conclude massive years for both artists: Abrams released her album The Secret of Us and toured with Taylor Swift on the Eras Tour,...

Saturday Night Live has lined up its last trio of hosts for 2024. After a season full of nostalgic bits, political bites, and even some emotional moments, Season 50’s first stretch will conclude with three back-to-back-to-back episodes in December. Here’s what to know about how to tune in for the last three episodes of the year.0 Is SNL new this weekend? Yes! Saturday Night Live is new this weekend, on Saturday (December 7), with Gladiator II star Paul Mescal hosting and Shaboozey as musical guest. This marks Shaboozey’s first stint on SNL. What else is on SNL‘s upcoming schedule? After this week’s episode, two more consecutive shows have been announced. On December 14, Chris Rock will host for the fourth time, with Gracie Abrams as the musical guest of the week, making her SNL debut in support of her new album The Secret of Us. Then, on December 21, for the holiday episode,...

Saturday Night Live will open its landmark 50th season on NBC with a run of four consecutive live shows, leading off with an Emmy winner and featuring several repeat hosts.

Hacks star Jean Smart will host the season premiere on Sept. 28, with Jelly Roll as musical guest; both will make their debuts on the show. On Oct. 5, comedian Nate Bargatze will take his second turn as host, with musical guest Coldplay.

They’ll be followed by Ariana Grande and Stevie Nicks on Oct. 12, and Michael Keaton and Billie Eilish on Oct. 19. After a one-week break, John Mulaney will host on Nov. 2 with musical guest Chappell Roan. Grande will make her second appearance as host, Keaton his fourth and Mulaney his sixth. Bill Burr will return to host the post-election episode on Nov. 9 (his second time as host) with musical guest Mk.gee. Charli Xcx will both host and serve as musical guest on Nov.

Producers of ‘Saturday Night Live’ revealed on Monday the three December guest hosts of Season 50. As previously announced, Paul Mescal makes his debut on Dec. 7 with musical guest Shaboozey. Chris Rock returns for his fourth time as host on Dec. 14 with musical guest Gracie Abrams. Martin Short joins the five-timers club on Dec. 21 with musical guest Hozier.

The regular cast members for “SNL” Season 50 are: Michael Che, Mikey Day, Andrew Dismukes, Chloe Fineman, Heidi Gardner, Marcello Hernandez, James Austin Johnson, Colin Jost, Michael Longfellow, Ego Nwodim, Sarah Sherman, Kenan Thompson, Devon Walker, and Bowen Yang. The featured players are: Ashley Padilla, Emil Wakim, and Jane Wickline.

SEE40 celebrities who have shockingly never hosted ‘Saturday Night Live’

“Saturday Night Live’s” Weekend Update is once again anchored by Jost and Che, as they’ve done every week together since September 2014. As of the 47th season three years ago, they are officially...

“Saturday Night Live” alums Chris Rock and Martin Short will both return to their old Studio 8H stomping grounds later this month for the final two “SNL” episodes of 2024. For Rock, who will host on Dec. 14, this reps his fourth time in that role. And for Short, who hosts on Dec. 21, this reps his third individua hosting experience on the show.

Alongside Rock, musician Gracie Abrams will be the musical guest on Dec. 14 — her debut on the show. Short’s musical guest will be Hozier, returning for the second time.

Meanwhile, as previously announced, Paul Mescal and Shaboozey will be featured on this week’s episode of “SNL.” The Dec. 7 edition reps the program’s first episode after a three-week hiatus for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Rock, who was an “SNL” castmember from 1990 to 1993, currently serves as executive producer and narrator of “Everybody Still Hates Chris,” a reimagined animated version of...

Saturday Night Live is starting to bring back former cast members to host the show this season.

Chris Rock and Martin Short are among the hosts as the NBC show closes out the year, leading into its big Season 50 extravaganza in the new year.

Rock was a cast member between 1990 and 1993, while Short, who created characters such as Jiminy Glick, was a cast member for only one season between 1984 and 1985.

Rock will host on December 14 alongside musical guest Gracie Abrams, while Short will host on December 21 alongside Hozier as musical guest.

On December 7, as revealed on SNL’s last show, Gladiator II star Paul Mescal will host alongside A Bar Song (Tipsy) star Shaboozey.

Rock is returning for his fourth time hosting, having previously done it in October 2020, November 2014 and November 1996. Abrams, who recently released her The Secret of Us album, is making her debut.

Short has previously hosted twice...

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Is there really such a thing as a perfect work of art? If you subscribe to the notion that everything man-made is inherently flawed in some aspect, then no -- though you've quite the uphill climb if you're looking to find fault with Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa," William Shakespeare's "Hamlet," or Prince's "Little Red Corvette."

But perfection isn't strictly a judgment of nuts-and-bolts craftsmanship. It's a spiritual thing. And some works of art just feel flawless. This is particularly true of movies. Unless you're the kind of dullard who walks into a movie looking for continuity errors as stinging evidence of artistic shortcoming, you know that a movie that stirs you to the core of your being is a kind of ineffable achievement. It is perfect in every way to you, and that's all that matters.

Adam Sandler’s “The Chanukah Song” transcends classic SNL bit and now qualifies as a legitimate holiday classic — as much a post-Thanksgiving staple as “Jingle Bells” or “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town.”

Debuting on SNL on December 3, 1994, “The Chanukah Song” has changed a bit over the last three decades — with the names of new Jewish celebrities being swapped in and out — but it’s never stopped being a banger (Chanukah or otherwise). Sandler wrote the original with SNL writers Ian Maxtone-Graham and Lew Morton, the latter of whom recently spoke to me about coming up with the biggest Chanukah hit since “I Have a Little Dreidel.”

When did you join Saturday Night Live as a writer?

In the fall of 1993. Sandler had been there for a while already, but I’d only worked with him a little bit before “The Chanukah Song.” He would do these holiday songs that...

Assuming you haven’t bought tickets to the symphony lately, your only exposure to classical music has been hearing it as the score playing in the background of movies. In that sense, musically, that stupid superhero movie you watched might just be the highest form of art you’ve experienced all year.

Those movies are going to be the absolute pinnacle of any composer’s career. Before that, they’ll be doing even sillier stuff, and that goes equally for the most famous composers of all.

6 John Williams Did the Original Theme Song to ‘Gilligan’s Island’

In the 20 years after 1976, four new movies broke the record for highest-grossing movie of all-time: Jaws, Star Wars, E.T. and Jurassic Park. All four of them were scored by John Williams. But a decade before the earliest of those four, Williams was enlisted to write the theme song to a TV show — a new series called Gilligan’s Island.

(L to R) Garret Morris (Lamorne Morris), Chevy Chase (Cory Michael Smith), Laraine Newman (Emily Fairn), John Belushi (Matt Wood), Gilda Radner (Ella Hunt), Jane Curtain (Kim Matula) and Dan Aykroyd (Dylan O’Brien) in Saturday Night. Photo By Hopper Stone. Copyright © 2024 Ctmg, Inc. All Rights Reserved. **All Images Are Property Of Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc Jason Reitman, the acclaimed director behind films like Juno and Up in the Air, took a deep dive into the world of 1970s television with his latest project, Saturday Night. This captivating film recounts the electrifying 90 minutes leading up to the first-ever broadcast of Saturday Night Live on October 11, 1975. Reitman wasn’t just the director; he was the driving force, immersed in every aspect of the production as director, producer, and co-writer. He meticulously recreated the iconic Studio 8H, ensuring the sets exuded the authentic atmosphere of that bygone era. But Reitman’s commitment to authenticity went beyond set design.

There are actors who define a period of time in the eyes of audiences, who star in groundbreaking, hugely influential projects that are beloved years after they are released, and whose screen presence makes them unforgettable.

One of those actors is Rick Moranis. For many '80s and '90s kids, Moranis was a face greatly familiar to them, a source of comfort in family friendly movies like "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids" or their guide into the world of more risqué movies with adult themes and humor like "Little Shop of Horrors" and "Spaceballs." It didn't matter the tone or the genre, Moranis was consistently funny, endearing, and charming -- whether as an innocent floral shop worker who discovers a talking, singing carnivorous plant, or a Darth Vader spoof with plans for world domination (and a penchant for silly ties).

Despite working in so many big hits and franchise-starters,...

As Saturday Night Live marks its milestone 50th season, Will Ferrell is sharing fond memories of his tenure on the NBC sketch comedy show.

The 6x Emmy winner looked back on his “wonderful seven seasons on that show, where I made lifelong friends” as he recently reflected on his time with the cast of Lorne Michaels‘ show from 1995 to 2002.

“I knew in that moment it would be the hardest but most fun job I would ever get to do, and I still look back on it that way,” Ferrell told People.

He raved about being part of SNL‘s 50-year history as the show prepares to celebrate with a three-hour primetime special on Sunday, Feb. 16.

“It’s really an amazing thing that you have this live television show that still continues to put its finger on the pulse of what we’re all thinking about, and it’s a real...

In taking on the role of Gilda Radner in Jason Reitman’s film Saturday Night, British actress Ella Hunt was stepping into the shoes of a beloved U.S. treasure and a Saturday Night Live-verse she herself had not grown up with. In Saturday Night, Reitman details the hours approaching the very first broadcast of SNL—resulting in a fast-paced, comedic romp in which chaos reigns. For Hunt, it was not only a case of working through the character development with no long-held cultural connection to Radner, but also of honoring her in a way that resonated with all the SNL viewers who’ve loved her for so long.

Deadline: As a Brit, what was your feeling going into the role of Gilda Radner?

Ella Hunt: Honestly, for me, approaching this movie or when I got sent the audition, part of my initial hesitancy was, I can’t...

"My Cousin Vinny," the 1992 comedy courtroom film, is great for a lot of reasons, Marisa Tomei chief among them. Tomei's character, Vinny Gambini's (Joe Pesci) foul-mouthed but very supportive fiancée Mona Lisa Vito, comes in clutch in the film's final act, providing the expert testimony required to exonerate the wrongfully-arrested defendants. Even critics who didn't love the film, like Roger Ebert, were happy to praise Tomei's performance. "Tomei's surprise appearance as an expert witness is a high point, and left me feeling I would like to see this couple again," Ebert wrote in his review, "Maybe in a screenplay that was more focused."

Despite this, when Tomei won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her performance in the film, she had her fair share of haters. Because she was the least established actor nominated that year, and because Vanessa Redgrave was considered the favorite for her performance in "Howard's End,...

As “Saturday Night Live” prepares to commemorate its 50th season, comedian Will Ferrell looks back on the show that launched his career and defined an era of American comedy. Ferrell, a cast member from 1995 to 2002, hailed his experience on the legendary sketch show as “the hardest but most fun job” he’d ever had.

In a recent interview, the Emmy-winning actor discussed the long-term impact of his seven years on the show. He commended “SNL” for its distinctive ability to capture cultural moments week after week. “It’s an amazing thing that you have this live television show that continues to put its finger on the pulse of what we’re all thinking about,” Ferrell told the crowd. He praised the show’s creator, Lorne Michaels, for its unique format and long-lasting success.

Ferrell’s time on “SNL” is known for some of the show’s most popular sketches. From...

When Will Ferrell looks back at his time on Saturday Night Live, he has nothing but fond memories.

Amid the NBC sketch comedy show’s milestone 50th season, the Emmy-winning actor recently reflected in an interview with People on his years as an SNL castmember. Ferrell starred on the show from 1995 to 2002.

“I had a wonderful seven seasons on that show, where I made lifelong friends,” he said. “I knew in that moment it would be the hardest but most fun job I would ever get to do, and I still look back on it that way.”

Through his time on the sketch comedy series, Ferrell was featured in plenty of memorable sketches, including “Spartan Cheerleaders at Tryouts,” “More Cowbell” and “Dr. Beaman’s Office: Test Results,” among others.

The Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy actor added that he’s proud to see all the success SNL has received over five decades.

Dane Cook came very close to starring on Saturday Night Live. However, the comedian ran into one problem: He never attended his audition.

The 52-year-old star explained that he’d been tapped to try out for the popular late-night show after Adam Sandler left in 1995.

During an appearance on the Fly on the Wall podcast, Dane revealed what went wrong with the plans.

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“On my way to my audition at SNL, I had a full-on panic attack,” he recalled, via EW. “I sat on a bench outside of Rockefeller Plaza. And I didn’t go in. I actually called my manager. I said … ‘I can’t do it.’ And he’s like, why? They’re all waiting for you. They wanna see you. They’re looking for something to fill that, you know, that void.”

Dane said that he “blew it on the day.

Is “SNL” new tonight? No. NBC’s sketch comedy series is taking a couple weeks off, but will return for Season 50, Episode 8 on Saturday, Dec. 7 with host Paul Mescal and musical guest Shaboozey.

The regular cast members for “SNL” Season 50 are Michael Che, Mikey Day, Andrew Dismukes, Chloe Fineman, Heidi Gardner, Marcello Hernandez, James Austin Johnson, Colin Jost, Michael Longfellow, Ego Nwodim, Sarah Sherman, Kenan Thompson, Devon Walker, and Bowen Yang. The featured players are Ashley Padilla, Emil Wakim, and Jane Wickline. Over the summer, Punkie Johnson, Molly Kearney, and Chloe Troast all departed the program.

For this 2024 Presidential Election cycle, former cast member Maya Rudolph returns to portray Vice President Kamala Harris, while former President Donald Trump is once again played by James Austin Johnson. The V.P. contenders are Jim Gaffigan as Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and Bowen Yang as Ohio Senator Jd Vance. Two other “SNL” alums...

Jason Sudeikis is often recognized for his acting and comedic career which kicked off as a writer of SNL (Saturday Night Live) in 2003. Soon after that, he worked hard to create a portfolio that now carries some big titles under his name. Between his time as an SNL member and ever-growing filmography after featuring in Ted Lasso, he has amassed an impressive net worth.

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In his career graph, the Emmy Award-winning star has also featured in movies like Horrible Bosses and a few parts of shows like 30 Rock. However, Sudeikis didn’t achieve this success overnight. He had to go through a lot of struggles. But, now that he has such an amazing work resume, let’s take a look at his net worth and his flow of income.

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Nearly 30 years later, Dane Cook still laments blowing his shot at sketch comedy greatness.

The comedian admitted he “definitely felt like I let myself down” as he recently reflected on skipping his audition for Saturday Night Live early in his career after experiencing a panic attack outside the building.

“On my way to my audition at SNL, I had a full-on panic attack,” said Cook on the Fly on the Wall podcast. “I sat on a bench outside of Rockefeller Plaza. And I didn’t go in. I actually called my manager. I said … ‘I can’t do it.’ And he’s like, ‘Why? They’re all waiting for you. They wanna see you. They’re looking for something to fill that void.'”

He said he was scouted during some of his stand-up shows shortly after Adam Sandler left the NBC sketch comedy show in 1995. “And I blew it on the day,...

JoJo Siwa can take a joke when it comes to her style, but don’t knock her moves.

After Chloe Fineman reprised her impersonation of the ‘Karma’ artist on Saturday Night Live this month, Siwa said the comedian “nails it every time” with her impersonation on the NBC sketch comedy show, but she had one tip.

“I think she needs to be a little more full out in the dance, but other than that, everything was perfect,” Siwa told People of Fineman’s impression on the Nov. 14 episode, in which she auditioned for Wicked as the Dance Moms alum.

She admitted she hasn’t personally complimented Fineman on the performance, “but I do need to reach out and tell her that I’m honored again.”

Siwa unveiled her new look earlier this year on the music video for her single ‘Karma’ in April, donning a Kiss-esque black jeweled bodysuit with matching heavy metal makeup.

JoJo Siwa is sharing her thoughts on Chloe Fineman‘s impersonation of her!

For months now, the 36-year-old Saturday Night Live star has been impersonating the 21-year-old “Karma” singer and dancer on the show.

While stepping out for the 2024 American Reality Television Awards, JoJo revealed the one critique she has for Chloe.

Keep reading to find out more…“I think she needs to be a little more full out in the dance, but other than that, everything was perfect,” JoJo told People on the red carpet.

JoJo was referring to Chloe‘s portrayal of her from the November 16th episode of SNL in which Chloe impersonated JoJo auditioning for the Wicked movie.

In the sketch, Chloe wore a black leather bodysuit, similar to the one JoJo wears in the “Karma” music video, with pink fabric and some pink makeup.

“I may be a good witch, but I’m still a bad girl,...

Chappell Roan fever is still going round, and Franz Ferdinand is feeling the heat. On Wednesday, the band covered Roan’s smash hit, “Good Luck, Babe!”

The cover came as part of their performance on a Sofa Session with Jo Whiley for BBC Radio 2. Splitting up Roan’s vocals into a multi-part, call-and-response arrangement, the band brought their alt rock sensibilities to the song, illustrating the versatility of its writing.

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Speaking about it, frontman Alex Kapranos said, “It’s just an amazing song by an incredible artist. It’s funny, you get some artists that have a moment, often it’s kind of divisive. Some people absolutely love them and some people hate them. But I’ve not come across anybody I know — none of my friends, nobody I know — who doesn’t like this artist. They’re just so good. This song’s...

Saturday Night Live’s upcoming 50th anniversary special will no doubt bring back a number of past characters, as long as they weren’t played by Joe Piscopo or Jim Breuer, we assume. The show doesn’t air until February, but SNL’s nostalgia-fest has already begun. Yes, two beloved cast members just revived two beloved SNL characters — but it was all in the service of promoting a credit card company.

Molly Shannon and Ana Gasteyer’s soft-spoken “Delicious Dish” hosts are best known for the time they interviewed Pete Schweddy about his coveted balls.

Then, of course, there was the time the pair went to town on Florence Dusty’s yeasty muffins.

And now they’re back! And they’re hawking credit cards! Margaret Jo McCullen and Teri Rialto just showed up in a commercial for Capital One, interviewing the company’s celebrity spokesman, Samuel L. Jackson. Weirdly, the ad takes place,...

To his 700,000 TikTok followers and thousands of online fans, Caleb Hearon is a stand-up comedian, podcaster, actor, and screenwriter known for his absurdist take on zillennial comedy. Take, for instance, one of his most famous viral clips: When an anonymous troll commenter wrote that Hearon looks like “he broke into a bakery and ate all the pies,” Hearon responded on an episode of Drew Afualo’s podcast The Comment Section: “Ate all the pies? Like an 18th-century limerick? You’re so soft. I’ll kill you to death with a gun.

In Jason Reitman’s “Saturday Night,” we meet the original Not Ready for Prime Time Players mere minutes before they revolutionize comedy — and television itself — with their live, late-night NBC variety show dreamed up by an inscrutable Canadian named Lorne Michaels. Buzzing with nervous energy, the film tick-tocks through the chaotic final 90 minutes before the first episode of “Saturday Night Live” (which at that point didn’t have the “Live” in its title) hits the air on October 11, 1975.

We see John Belushi (Matt Wood) and Gilda Radner (Ella Hunt) narrowly miss getting crushed by a falling studio light; Dan Aykroyd (Dylan O’Brien) flirt shamelessly with Laraine Newman (Emily Fairn); Jane Curtin (Kim Matula) and Garrett Morris bond over feeling sidelined; and Chevy Chase (Cory Michael Smith) announce himself by falling over a trash can and boasting about his manhood. Adding to the mayhem are a beleaguered Jim Henson and an...

This Saturday night, “Saturday Night Live” returns with an exciting new episode featuring host Paul Mescal and musical guest Shaboozey. As the show reaches its 50th season, Episode 8 promises to deliver the signature humor and entertainment that fans have come to love. Paul Mescal, known for his captivating performances in film and television, is set to bring his unique charm and wit to the SNL stage.

Viewers can expect a night filled with hilarious sketches that showcase Mescal’s comedic talent. His ability to blend drama with humor will likely shine through in various skits, making for an unforgettable evening. The writers of SNL often craft clever and timely material, so fans can anticipate some sharp satire and playful commentary on current events.

Adding to the excitement, Shaboozey will take the stage as the musical guest. Known for his energetic performances and catchy tunes, Shaboozey is sure to bring a lively atmosphere to the show.

Is It Cake? Holiday is here!

The special yuletide edition of the Netflix TV baking competition Is It Cake? hit the streamer on Thursday (November 28).

Here’s a plot summary, via Netflix: “As always, the bakers will be creating cakes shaped into realistic replicas of common objects, and celebrity judges will be guessing which of them are fondant-covered fake-outs. But, over the four episodes of Is It Cake? Holiday, all the treats will be sculpted into festive winter items, such as ice skates, wreaths, nutcrackers, and more.”

Keep reading to find out more…

9 All-Star Bakers from the past three seasons are competing, including Jujhar Mann, Season 3 winner Henderson Gonzalez, Grace Pak, Miko Kaw Hok Uy, Danya Smith, Season 2 winner Elizabeth Rowe, Season 1 winner Andrew Fuller, Jonny Manganello, and April Julian.

The celebrity guest judges who will ask “Is it cake?” include Rachel Bloom, Wayne Brady, Sebastian Maniscalco, Hannah Berner, Tiffany Haddish,...

"Seinfeld" and "Curb Your Enthusiasm" creator Larry David has been upfront about how much of his writing is inspired by his life. For instance, when he was working at "Saturday Night Live," David once angrily quit the show, only to show up the next day and keep working as if nothing happened. George Costanza (Jason Alexander), who was Larry's stand-in character on "Seinfeld," did the same thing years later.

When it came to inventing Kramer (Michael Richards), Jerry's zany, intrusive next-door neighbor, Larry once again turned to real life for inspiration. "The character of Kramer was based on my real next-door neighbor, Kenny Kramer," David once explained in a featurette about the making of the series. "My neighbor was a guy who would come in, take a lot of my food, and he was a guy who didn't work, really, or if he did nobody really knew what he did.

Thanksgiving is a time to take stock of what we have around us, give thanks, and also look to what's ahead. And when it comes to late-night TV, there's a lot to be thankful for.

Most late-night TV hosts probably weren't saying "thank you" after the election earlier this month. But that doesn't mean they're any less committed. In fact, some like Seth Meyers have said "let's f***ing go" to what's ahead.

And for late-night TV fans, there is a lot to look forward to in the coming months as the calendar flips to 2025. So this Thanksgiving, let's be thankful for the bounty of laughs late-night TV is ready to serve.

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Jon Stewart thrilled the world of late-night TV when he announced his return to The Daily Show earlier this year. The Comedy Central show had been a bit rudderless after Trevor Noah walked away,...

Hey, "Chicago Fire" fans. Unfortunately, we're back on here to give you guys some very bad news. It turns out that episode 8, which aired last Wednesday night, November 20, 2024 was indeed the Fall finale episode of this current season 13. That means NBC is not airing the next, new episode 9 tonight, November 27, 2024 and for many more weeks. According to one of our sources, NBC doesn't plan to air the new episode 9 until Wednesday night, January 8, 2025 in its usual, 8 pm central standard time slot. So, certainly be sure to memorize that very important date and time if you can. In the meantime, we did find out what NBC is airing instead of new, Chicago Med episodes tonight and next Wednesday night. According to the TV guide listings, NBC is going to air a new, Saturday Night Live, Thanksgiving special titled, "A Saturday Night Live Thanksgiving Special." NBC's official description for this new Thanksgiving special reads like this,...

Going home for the holidays can be messy, but it certainly gets way messier if you unexpectedly run into your ex.

Why would that happen? Well, in the case of Avery (Lindsay Lohan) and Logan (Ian Harding) in Netflix’s latest Christmas offering “Our Little Secret,” the answer is sheer coincidence. As it turns out, the two are now dating a pair of siblings, unbeknownst to them.

Avery and Logan have been split for a long time, but you know what happens when Christmas comes along…

We won’t spoil you here, but we will tell you who’s in the cast of the film and where you might know them from.

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Avery is a woman who has thrown herself into her job following her mom’s death, even breaking off a very serious relationship with Logan. She’s played by Lindsay Lohan,...

Celebrity Friendships We Never Expected but Absolutely Love - Main Image

It’s no mystery that being a famous celebrity is pretty hard to navigate, especially when it comes to their personal lives. Most celebrities don’t have the time or freedom to build lasting relationships like normal people do, but there are some celebs that have managed to stay steady friends and it’s great to watch them online whenever they come together or collaborate for a project.

Here’s a bunch of celebrity friends that have sparked everyone’s interest over the years, and everyone just hopes to see more of them living their best lives.

Maisie Williams and Sophie Turner

Sansa (Sophie Turner) and Arya (Maisie Williams) Stark never really got along with each other onscreen, but Williams and Turner have been open about their friendship, having grown up together on the set of Game of Thrones.

Scarlett Johansson is still not fully on board with her husband Colin Jost’s boat. That’s probably because the boat in question is a decommissioned Staten Island ferry he purchased with former “Saturday Night Live” co-worker Pete Davidson.

“He’s a kind person and he’s hilarious and thoughtful and loving, and he’s a great dad and I love him. I feel very, very lucky. But also he’s got his naughty side,” the Marvel star revealed on “Live With Kelly and Mark.” That “naughty side” is represented by Jost’s purchase on the John F. Kennedy ferry, which he bought in 2022 through an online public auction.

“It is, yep, still decommissioned. I was like, ‘Ok, what’s happening with this boat?’ You’ve got to start paying for its own docking fees at least, right?'” Johansson said.

The ferry has made some money as it was...

Legendary film critics Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert were known for their passionate discussions about movies, whether they were raving about arthouse offerings like My Dinner with Andre or fiercely debating the artistic merits of Home Alone 3.

But what about TV?

Well, apart from that time that they reviewed an episode of Saturday Night Live during the episode, the famous duo didn’t really discuss TV shows. But that all changed thanks to one very special animated series: The Critic. Al Jean and Mike Reiss’ underrated primetime cartoon chronicled the life of a portly New York film critic and TV host Jay Sherman (voiced by Jon Lovitz) who routinely trashed Hollywood blockbusters such as Scent of a Wolfman and Dennis the Menace II Society.

So, naturally, Siskel and Ebert took note of The Critic. They then took the highly unusual step of reviewing it on a 1994 episode of their show,...

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A Saturday Night Live Thanksgiving Special Season 50 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Saturday Night Live,” titled “A Saturday Night Live Thanksgiving Special,” promises to be a delightful treat for fans of the iconic show. Airing on NBC, this special will celebrate Thanksgiving with a collection of sketches that span the program’s impressive 50 seasons.

Viewers can expect to see a star-studded lineup, featuring some of the most beloved cast members and guest stars from the show’s history. The special will revisit classic Thanksgiving moments that have brought laughter and joy over the years. From hilarious family gatherings to memorable holiday mishaps, the sketches are sure to evoke fond memories for longtime fans.

In addition to the classic sketches, the episode may also include some new surprises. “Saturday Night Live” is known for its sharp humor and timely commentary, so it...

Saturday Night Live has churned out a lot of extraneous merchandise over the years — from T-shirts, to board games, to the Marvel comic book in which Spider-Man teams up with John Belushi to stop a magical Samurai from killing Lorne Michaels and destroying 30 Rock.

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With the show celebrating its 50th season, we’re getting even more SNL-branded crap this year, including socks, ornaments and, of course, life-sized cardboard cutouts of the A Night at the Roxbury guys — perfect for putting up in your home to ward off any potential romantic partners.

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Now, it turns out that we’re also getting a Saturday Night Live-themed children’s book, which is good news for parents who are sick and tired of how Goodnight Moon doesn’t contain a single character played by Peter Davidson.

Specifically, it’s part of the Little Golden Book series, and will...

Andy Samberg almost had a wardrobe malfunction while filming a music video for Saturday Night Live with Charli Xcx.

The Brooklyn Nine-Nine alum recently revealed on The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast what it was like filming the “Here I Go” sketch with the pop star while wearing super short shorts.

“There was a lot of debate about how high my shorts should be,” Samberg explained. “And I kept being like, ‘Well Charli’s are gonna be pretty high because that’s how she rolls, so I should really have mine high.'”

While Samberg considered wearing the “exact same outfit” as Charli for a moment, which featured short red shorts and a bikini top, he quickly realized that might not go over well.

“I was like, well no, I don’t think anybody actually wants to see that, despite what they might think,” he joked, before admitting that...

Saturday Night Live gave Blue Öyster Cult’s following a fever.

On April 8, 2000, SNL aired a sketch written by and starring Will Ferrell that would change the course of music history forever — or, at least, it would change the way everyone in the crowd treated Blue Öyster Cult during their tours. With Ferrell, Jimmy Fallon, Chris Kattan, Chris Parnell and Horatio Sanz all playing the psychedelic rock band from Stony Brook, New York and guest host Christopher Walken in the role of a producer who is passionate about a certain percussion part, “More Cowbell” was an immediate hit, and, in the nearly quarter-century since its airing, the sketch has become one of the most over-quoted SNL skits in the show’s long history.

Blue Öyster Cult co-founder Donald “Buck Dharma” Roeser recently spoke to Vulture about the band’s relationship with the sketch, and he revealed that, before “More Cowbell,...

Norm Macdonald’s first encounter with one of his comedy idols, Rodney Dangerfield, couldn’t have gone worse, Macdonald told Howard Stern in 2011. In fact, he said, “I made the worst mistake ever.”

Macdonald was working at a casino and entered an elevator when he spotted the icon. “I’m like, Oh my God, it’s Rodney! I got to say something to him.” Macdonald remembered that he’d worked on a project with a director who’d also worked with Rodney, so he used that common ground to introduce himself.

“Hey Rodney, we have a common friend.”

“Who’s that?”

“Paul Johnson.”

Wrong answer. “He goes, ‘That cocksucker! That fucker’s no friend of mine!’” Mind you, this was on an elevator full of people, Macdonald told Stern. “You tell him he can suck my dick!”

“I’m not his friend! I’m not his friend!” Macdonald insisted.

Macdonald...