Did Shia Labeouf Just Side With Kendrick Lamar Amid Drake Beef? The Actor And Rapper’s Link Explored
Actor Shia Labeouf Seemingly Sides With Kendrick Lamar(Photo Credit –Facebook/YouTube)
In a May 6 post on X, Shia Labeouf appeared to side with Kendrick Lamar amid the rapper’s never-ending war of words with Drake. 2024 will be remembered as the year of one of the greatest lyrical battles between two rap titans, Kendrick Lamar and Drake. The decade-long feud between the rappers escalated over the weekend as the two continued to drop multiple diss tracks. Kendrick Lamar is currently leading the charts on Spotify and Apple.
As the battle raged on, sides were picked, and an overwhelming number of social media users declared Kendrick Lamar the apparent winner. They even dredged up old clips of former President Barack Obama picking Lamar to win in a rap battle over Drake. During an interview in 2016 with a YouTuber, Adande Thorne, the 44th U.S. president, said, “Gotta go with Kendrick. Drake is an outstanding entertainer,...
In a May 6 post on X, Shia Labeouf appeared to side with Kendrick Lamar amid the rapper’s never-ending war of words with Drake. 2024 will be remembered as the year of one of the greatest lyrical battles between two rap titans, Kendrick Lamar and Drake. The decade-long feud between the rappers escalated over the weekend as the two continued to drop multiple diss tracks. Kendrick Lamar is currently leading the charts on Spotify and Apple.
As the battle raged on, sides were picked, and an overwhelming number of social media users declared Kendrick Lamar the apparent winner. They even dredged up old clips of former President Barack Obama picking Lamar to win in a rap battle over Drake. During an interview in 2016 with a YouTuber, Adande Thorne, the 44th U.S. president, said, “Gotta go with Kendrick. Drake is an outstanding entertainer,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Anushree Madappa
- KoiMoi
The New York Times features interviews every day. In its news report, in its podcasts like The Daily, in The New York Times Magazine.
But there was, to hear deputy managing editor Sam Dolnick explain, something missing.
“We didn’t have the really big flagship audio show that interviewed the biggest names in culture, and a place like The New York Times should,” Dolnick says.
On April 27, the Times will remedy that problem, launching what it is calling The Interview, a new franchise that will include an audio podcast, and a print version that will run in The New York Times Magazine. The Interview will be led by Talk columnist David Marchese, as well as Times audio host Lulu Garcia-Navarro.
“It felt like we had different versions of this with David’s column and some work that Lulu’s done in other parts, but we wanted to kind of build...
But there was, to hear deputy managing editor Sam Dolnick explain, something missing.
“We didn’t have the really big flagship audio show that interviewed the biggest names in culture, and a place like The New York Times should,” Dolnick says.
On April 27, the Times will remedy that problem, launching what it is calling The Interview, a new franchise that will include an audio podcast, and a print version that will run in The New York Times Magazine. The Interview will be led by Talk columnist David Marchese, as well as Times audio host Lulu Garcia-Navarro.
“It felt like we had different versions of this with David’s column and some work that Lulu’s done in other parts, but we wanted to kind of build...
- 4/23/2024
- by Alex Weprin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Jerrod Carmichael is addressing criticism he’s received over a joke made in his new HBO series.
In a recent episode of the Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show, the comedian said:
“My boyfriend, he makes me smarter, he makes me read. I have so many books. Realistically I’m not gonna read all those books. He knows that. But the fact that I bought them says I love you. They’re little monuments around my apartment, just like, ‘Look at this book from Amazon that I’m never gonna read.’”
He then added, “I sometimes joke to him that our relationship is like that of a slave and a master’s son — who, like, teaches me how to read by candlelight.”
In the episode, which was during a live stand-up show, the joke seemed to fall flatter than Carmichael expected, with some people in the audience groaning and hissing. “Yeah, he...
In a recent episode of the Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show, the comedian said:
“My boyfriend, he makes me smarter, he makes me read. I have so many books. Realistically I’m not gonna read all those books. He knows that. But the fact that I bought them says I love you. They’re little monuments around my apartment, just like, ‘Look at this book from Amazon that I’m never gonna read.’”
He then added, “I sometimes joke to him that our relationship is like that of a slave and a master’s son — who, like, teaches me how to read by candlelight.”
In the episode, which was during a live stand-up show, the joke seemed to fall flatter than Carmichael expected, with some people in the audience groaning and hissing. “Yeah, he...
- 4/16/2024
- by Christy Piña
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Bupkis will not be returning for a second season after all. Pete Davidson has cancelled his plans to continue the series, which was renewed by Peacock a month after its June 2023 release.
The comedy-drama series, which stars Pete Davidson, Edie Falco, and Joe Pesci, is a heightened and fictionalized version of Davidson's life, ala Curb Your Enthusiasm. The first season follows Davidson as he attempts to work through his family's unique dynamics, the complexities of fame, and how to form meaningful relationships.
Season one features guest appearances by La La Anthony, Carly Aquilino, Colson Baker (Machine Gun Kelly), Josh Bitton, Preston Brodrick, Steve Buscemi, Bobby Cannavale, Kevin Corrigan, Nadia Dajani, Charlamagne Tha God, Charlie Day, Philip Ettinger, Derek Gaines, Brad Garrett, Al Gore, Paul Walter Hauser, Lynne Koplitz, Loulou Lazarus, Sunita Mani, John Mulaney,...
The comedy-drama series, which stars Pete Davidson, Edie Falco, and Joe Pesci, is a heightened and fictionalized version of Davidson's life, ala Curb Your Enthusiasm. The first season follows Davidson as he attempts to work through his family's unique dynamics, the complexities of fame, and how to form meaningful relationships.
Season one features guest appearances by La La Anthony, Carly Aquilino, Colson Baker (Machine Gun Kelly), Josh Bitton, Preston Brodrick, Steve Buscemi, Bobby Cannavale, Kevin Corrigan, Nadia Dajani, Charlamagne Tha God, Charlie Day, Philip Ettinger, Derek Gaines, Brad Garrett, Al Gore, Paul Walter Hauser, Lynne Koplitz, Loulou Lazarus, Sunita Mani, John Mulaney,...
- 3/22/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
“Bupkis” Season 2 is bupkis. Star Pete Davidson has confirmed that he has opted not to continue with his semi-autobiographical Peacock comedy, which had previously been renewed for a second season.
“I’ve always seen Bupkis as a window into my life, since it is so personal and about my struggles and family,” Davidson said ina. statement. “After nearly a decade of my personal life being in the media I wanted a chance to tell my story my way. Of all the work I’ve ever done, Bupkis is by far what I’m most proud of. I am so grateful to Lorne Michaels and Broadway Video, Peacock, Universal Television and the amazing cast and writers for helping me create something honest, funny and heartfelt. I do also feel that this part of my life is finished. I’m very excited for this next chapter and for you guys to see the work.
“I’ve always seen Bupkis as a window into my life, since it is so personal and about my struggles and family,” Davidson said ina. statement. “After nearly a decade of my personal life being in the media I wanted a chance to tell my story my way. Of all the work I’ve ever done, Bupkis is by far what I’m most proud of. I am so grateful to Lorne Michaels and Broadway Video, Peacock, Universal Television and the amazing cast and writers for helping me create something honest, funny and heartfelt. I do also feel that this part of my life is finished. I’m very excited for this next chapter and for you guys to see the work.
- 3/21/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Update, with video: Whoopi Goldberg has made no secret in recent years of people she’d like to cast in her long-in-the-works Sister Act 3 project, from original Sister costars Jenifer Lewis and Kathy Najimy to Jimmy Fallon, Charlamagne Tha God, Lizzo, Keke Palmer, and Nicki Minaj, and today she added another old friend to the list: Sheryl Lee Ralph.
Ralph, who appeared in 1993’s Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit, seemed delighted if perhaps too overwhelmed with emotion to give an official answer when, during an appearance on today’s The View, Goldberg invited the Abbott Elementary star to take part in both a planned View reunion of Sister Act vets and the hoped-for second sequel to the original 1992 comedy.
“You know, we’re in the process of putting together 3,” Goldberg said toward the end of Ralph’s visit. “Will you come be part of it, whatever it is?...
Ralph, who appeared in 1993’s Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit, seemed delighted if perhaps too overwhelmed with emotion to give an official answer when, during an appearance on today’s The View, Goldberg invited the Abbott Elementary star to take part in both a planned View reunion of Sister Act vets and the hoped-for second sequel to the original 1992 comedy.
“You know, we’re in the process of putting together 3,” Goldberg said toward the end of Ralph’s visit. “Will you come be part of it, whatever it is?...
- 2/7/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Jon Stewart will make a surprising return to The Daily Show, 25 years after starting on the show. He will host the Comedy Central late-night show one night a week through the 2024 election cycle.
The news comes eight years after he stepped down from hosting the show, which revolutionized late-night television and brought through the likes of Stephen Colbert, John Oliver, Samantha Bee and Steve Carell.
Here it is, your Moment of Zen pic.twitter.com/Y6AFBkJtOx
— The Daily Show (@TheDailyShow) January 24, 2024
Deadline told you back in November that one of the ideas floated for a new host was to bring in a major name to front the show through the election. Stewart will host on Monday nights, which are believed to be the show’s most watched day and gives him plenty of news from the weekend to catch up.
Related: ‘The Daily Show’: Inside The Search For...
The news comes eight years after he stepped down from hosting the show, which revolutionized late-night television and brought through the likes of Stephen Colbert, John Oliver, Samantha Bee and Steve Carell.
Here it is, your Moment of Zen pic.twitter.com/Y6AFBkJtOx
— The Daily Show (@TheDailyShow) January 24, 2024
Deadline told you back in November that one of the ideas floated for a new host was to bring in a major name to front the show through the election. Stewart will host on Monday nights, which are believed to be the show’s most watched day and gives him plenty of news from the weekend to catch up.
Related: ‘The Daily Show’: Inside The Search For...
- 1/24/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Jon Stewart is returning as the host and executive producer of Comedy Central’s “Daily Show.” Before you get too excited, the assignment is part-time, and the plan is for him to stay on as host through the November 2024 presidential election cycle, and EP at least through 2025.
Stewart will host the program only on Mondays, but executive produce every episode. The other evenings will be hosted by a rotating panel of the show’s “All-Star Correspondents.” If you’re wondering why Stewart is taking the Monday slot, it’s because that’s traditionally the most-watched “Daily Show” episode of the week, and acts as catch up for all the news that’s gone on over the weekend.
Although “The Daily Show” began in 1996 with Craig Kilborn as its host, the show rose in the public consciousness during Stewart’s time hosting from 1999 to 2015. Under Kilborn, the show was mostly irreverent and focused on pop culture.
Stewart will host the program only on Mondays, but executive produce every episode. The other evenings will be hosted by a rotating panel of the show’s “All-Star Correspondents.” If you’re wondering why Stewart is taking the Monday slot, it’s because that’s traditionally the most-watched “Daily Show” episode of the week, and acts as catch up for all the news that’s gone on over the weekend.
Although “The Daily Show” began in 1996 with Craig Kilborn as its host, the show rose in the public consciousness during Stewart’s time hosting from 1999 to 2015. Under Kilborn, the show was mostly irreverent and focused on pop culture.
- 1/24/2024
- by Tony Maglio and Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
After holding a year-long bake-off among various celebrities to find the next host of its signature “The Daily Show,” Comedy Central is going to try a new recipe.
When the program returns from a hiatus, it is expected to rely heavily on a team of correspondents to lead each night, according to three people familiar with the matter, though it is not clear if the network has struck upon its final assemblage of talent. “Daily Show” could also rely on guest appearances by some of the celebrities who have hosted the program since Trevor Noah, the last permanent presence behind the desk, quit abruptly in late 2022.
Those looking for an immediate successor for Noah won’t find one — at least, not yet.
The decision by the Paramount Global network comes as the economics of late-night TV, a cultural touchstone in the United States, have begun to falter. Advertising dollars and...
When the program returns from a hiatus, it is expected to rely heavily on a team of correspondents to lead each night, according to three people familiar with the matter, though it is not clear if the network has struck upon its final assemblage of talent. “Daily Show” could also rely on guest appearances by some of the celebrities who have hosted the program since Trevor Noah, the last permanent presence behind the desk, quit abruptly in late 2022.
Those looking for an immediate successor for Noah won’t find one — at least, not yet.
The decision by the Paramount Global network comes as the economics of late-night TV, a cultural touchstone in the United States, have begun to falter. Advertising dollars and...
- 1/19/2024
- by Brian Steinberg
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: The Daily Show was a surprise winner at the Emmys on Monday night.
The Comedy Central series won the award for Outstanding Talk Series for Trevor Noah’s final season, an emotional end to his seven-year run. Many expected Stephen Colbert to win for The Late Show or Jimmy Kimmel Live! but it was Noah that picked up the award, becoming the first Black man to lead a show to victory in the category.
Afterwards, a number of questions were directed towards Noah and the team about the future of The Daily Show, a fair ask given that it has now been over a year since Noah left the show.
Deadline understands that over the next few months, the focus will be on its correspondents to lead the show through this election year, rather than another phalanx of celebrity guest hosts.
This plays into the idea that the show...
The Comedy Central series won the award for Outstanding Talk Series for Trevor Noah’s final season, an emotional end to his seven-year run. Many expected Stephen Colbert to win for The Late Show or Jimmy Kimmel Live! but it was Noah that picked up the award, becoming the first Black man to lead a show to victory in the category.
Afterwards, a number of questions were directed towards Noah and the team about the future of The Daily Show, a fair ask given that it has now been over a year since Noah left the show.
Deadline understands that over the next few months, the focus will be on its correspondents to lead the show through this election year, rather than another phalanx of celebrity guest hosts.
This plays into the idea that the show...
- 1/17/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Astute Emmy watchers noticed former “Daily Show” correspondent sending a silent message to Comedy Central producers on Monday night: “Please hire a host.”
The show has had rotating hosts since Trevor Noah stepped down in December 2022. Among them was Wood, who quit in December 2023 as the search for a permanent host dragged on.
Wood himself retweeted the clip, with the caption, “Chill, fam I was trying to do that in the low.”
chill fam I was trying to do that in the low https://t.co/kW1AD4yxhN
— Roy Wood Jr- Ex Jedi (@roywoodjr) January 16, 2024
Wood had worked as a “Daily Show” correspondent for eight years, but said, “I can’t come up with what Plan B is while still working with Plan A,” meaning he wasn’t going to wait around to see if he was going to be selected as the full-time host.
For a long...
The show has had rotating hosts since Trevor Noah stepped down in December 2022. Among them was Wood, who quit in December 2023 as the search for a permanent host dragged on.
Wood himself retweeted the clip, with the caption, “Chill, fam I was trying to do that in the low.”
chill fam I was trying to do that in the low https://t.co/kW1AD4yxhN
— Roy Wood Jr- Ex Jedi (@roywoodjr) January 16, 2024
Wood had worked as a “Daily Show” correspondent for eight years, but said, “I can’t come up with what Plan B is while still working with Plan A,” meaning he wasn’t going to wait around to see if he was going to be selected as the full-time host.
For a long...
- 1/16/2024
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
A trio of political and news personalities — Andrew Gillum, Tiffany D. Cross and Angela Rye — are bringing a fresh take on election year coverage to iHeartPodcasts.
Native Land Pod is the flagship show in iHeartMedia’s new political podcast network Reasoned Choice Media, which is set to launch later this year, and will amplify diverse voices leading up to the 2024 U.S. presidential election. In each episode, Gillum, former politician and mayor of Tallahassee, Florida; Cross, TV personality, political analyst and author; and Rye, TV host, social justice advocate, lawyer and commentator, will address the news of the week through an unfiltered and unflinching lens. Reasoned Choice Media is a joint effort with iHeartMedia, and the founders include Rye, Charlamagne Tha God and Chris Morrow, CEO of Loud Speakers Podcast Network.
“As we head into an election year, we’re excited to see how Native Land Pod elevates the political...
Native Land Pod is the flagship show in iHeartMedia’s new political podcast network Reasoned Choice Media, which is set to launch later this year, and will amplify diverse voices leading up to the 2024 U.S. presidential election. In each episode, Gillum, former politician and mayor of Tallahassee, Florida; Cross, TV personality, political analyst and author; and Rye, TV host, social justice advocate, lawyer and commentator, will address the news of the week through an unfiltered and unflinching lens. Reasoned Choice Media is a joint effort with iHeartMedia, and the founders include Rye, Charlamagne Tha God and Chris Morrow, CEO of Loud Speakers Podcast Network.
“As we head into an election year, we’re excited to see how Native Land Pod elevates the political...
- 1/4/2024
- by Ashley Cullins
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Kal Penn hopes the second time’s the charm.
The actor last week completed his second turn behind the desk of Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” which has been seeking a successor to host Trevor Noah for the better part of a year, a process that was delayed by the recent Hollywood labor strikes. Penn joins comedians Sarah Silverman and Leslie Jones as well as Charlamagne Tha God as hosts who were invited to take one more crack at the assignment after doing a previous one.
“It felt like the perfect merger of both of my worlds,” Penn says during an interview with Variety, referring not only to the comic roles he has played it the “Harold & Kumar” series of movies but his time spent as a public engagement liaison in the Obama administration. He enjoyed a give and take with “Daily Show” writers and producers as they...
The actor last week completed his second turn behind the desk of Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” which has been seeking a successor to host Trevor Noah for the better part of a year, a process that was delayed by the recent Hollywood labor strikes. Penn joins comedians Sarah Silverman and Leslie Jones as well as Charlamagne Tha God as hosts who were invited to take one more crack at the assignment after doing a previous one.
“It felt like the perfect merger of both of my worlds,” Penn says during an interview with Variety, referring not only to the comic roles he has played it the “Harold & Kumar” series of movies but his time spent as a public engagement liaison in the Obama administration. He enjoyed a give and take with “Daily Show” writers and producers as they...
- 12/18/2023
- by Brian Steinberg
- Variety Film + TV
Stephen Colbert is set to return to the Ed Sullivan Theater on Monday after suffering a ruptured appendix.
The Late Show was canceled last week after the comedian had to have surgery. It meant that he wasn’t able to talk to guests including Jennifer Garner, Baz Luhrmann, Patrick Stewart, Jon Batiste and Kelsey Grammer, nor air Barbra Streisand taking The Colbert Questionert.
However, he is planning to be on the show next week and has lined up a guest list of stars.
On Monday, Sarah Paulson and Jason Isbell will be on the show with the Drive-By Trucker performing with his band the 400 Unit. Tuesday sees Mark Ruffalo and a performance by Daniel Caesar; Wednesday has Nicki Minaj and Sara Bareilles, while Colbert will close out the week with Rep. Liz Cheney, who is touting a new book with the revelation that Donald Trump was “depressed” and “not eating” after the January 6 insurrection.
The Late Show was canceled last week after the comedian had to have surgery. It meant that he wasn’t able to talk to guests including Jennifer Garner, Baz Luhrmann, Patrick Stewart, Jon Batiste and Kelsey Grammer, nor air Barbra Streisand taking The Colbert Questionert.
However, he is planning to be on the show next week and has lined up a guest list of stars.
On Monday, Sarah Paulson and Jason Isbell will be on the show with the Drive-By Trucker performing with his band the 400 Unit. Tuesday sees Mark Ruffalo and a performance by Daniel Caesar; Wednesday has Nicki Minaj and Sara Bareilles, while Colbert will close out the week with Rep. Liz Cheney, who is touting a new book with the revelation that Donald Trump was “depressed” and “not eating” after the January 6 insurrection.
- 12/1/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Chris McCarthy has a big decision to make.
Nearly twelve months on to the day that Trevor Noah said goodbye to The Daily Show, the Comedy Central series still does not have a permanent host.
But a decision is expected soon with sources telling Deadline that Paramount is facing pressure to name a new host by the end of the year.
There have been a number of shortlists and stars mentioned throughout the process, which was hampered by the writers and actors strike, and obviously there was the Hasan Minhaj situation, where the Patriot Act star basically had the job before that New Yorker article came out.
But many in the late-night and comedy community believe that McCarthy and his team already have viable options right under their noses and with it the opportunity to shake-up the talk show landscape with a fresh take and in the process bolster diversity...
Nearly twelve months on to the day that Trevor Noah said goodbye to The Daily Show, the Comedy Central series still does not have a permanent host.
But a decision is expected soon with sources telling Deadline that Paramount is facing pressure to name a new host by the end of the year.
There have been a number of shortlists and stars mentioned throughout the process, which was hampered by the writers and actors strike, and obviously there was the Hasan Minhaj situation, where the Patriot Act star basically had the job before that New Yorker article came out.
But many in the late-night and comedy community believe that McCarthy and his team already have viable options right under their noses and with it the opportunity to shake-up the talk show landscape with a fresh take and in the process bolster diversity...
- 11/30/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
In the mood for some musical holiday cheer?
Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas, the 2021 Roku Channel TV-movie that served as a conclusion to NBC’s Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, will air on VH1 Friday, Dec. 8 at 11 pm Et. (An encore presentation will air Saturday, Dec. 9 at 10:30 am Et.)
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Picking up after the events of the Season 2 finale cliffhanger,...
Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas, the 2021 Roku Channel TV-movie that served as a conclusion to NBC’s Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, will air on VH1 Friday, Dec. 8 at 11 pm Et. (An encore presentation will air Saturday, Dec. 9 at 10:30 am Et.)
More from TVLineTed Prequel Trailer: Parenthood's Max Burkholder Subs In for Mark Wahlberg in Peacock Series - WATCHReyka Season 2, Starring The Flash's Kim Engelbrecht, Sets U.S. Release DateTVLine Items: Olyphant Joins Alien, Lacey Chabert's New Hallmark Series and More
Picking up after the events of the Season 2 finale cliffhanger,...
- 11/28/2023
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
Kal Penn and Charlamagne Tha God will each take another stab behind the desk of Comedy Central’s venerable “Daily Show” as the Paramount Global network keeps looking for a new permanent host.
Charlamagne Tha God will lead the show during the week of December 4 while Penn will orchestrate things during the week of December 11, Comedy Central said Tuesday.
The network has been conducting a protracted search for new talent since earlier this year, in a bid to replace the previous master of ceremonies, Trevor Noah. Penn and Charlamagne join a crowd of second-time guest hosts that also include Leslie Jones and Sarah Silverman. Several members of the “Daily” correspondent team have also taken turns leading affairs, sometimes on their own or in groups, or in an assemblage that includes the guest host of the week.
Penn distinguished himself in his earlier March run by enlisting President Joe Biden to...
Charlamagne Tha God will lead the show during the week of December 4 while Penn will orchestrate things during the week of December 11, Comedy Central said Tuesday.
The network has been conducting a protracted search for new talent since earlier this year, in a bid to replace the previous master of ceremonies, Trevor Noah. Penn and Charlamagne join a crowd of second-time guest hosts that also include Leslie Jones and Sarah Silverman. Several members of the “Daily” correspondent team have also taken turns leading affairs, sometimes on their own or in groups, or in an assemblage that includes the guest host of the week.
Penn distinguished himself in his earlier March run by enlisting President Joe Biden to...
- 11/28/2023
- by Brian Steinberg
- Variety Film + TV
Travis Scott has addressed one of the live music industry’s deadliest tragedies, which saw the death of 10 people and hundreds injured, in a rare statement as part of a GQ cover story.
Speaking to the magazine for a story published Wednesday as part of its Man of the Year issue, the Houston-born rapper opened up about the process and intent behind his latest album Utopia, as well as making a full return to touring. It’s the first time the rapper has headlined his own tour since a Texas grand jury declined to indict the rapper along with five other individuals over the Nrg Park festival concert deaths last June.
Following an 18-month investigation, the Houston Police Department concluded the deadly concert disaster occurred as a result of crowd movement and panic, crushing or injuring a number of the Nov. 5 event’s estimated 50,000 attendees. The Harris County Institute of...
Speaking to the magazine for a story published Wednesday as part of its Man of the Year issue, the Houston-born rapper opened up about the process and intent behind his latest album Utopia, as well as making a full return to touring. It’s the first time the rapper has headlined his own tour since a Texas grand jury declined to indict the rapper along with five other individuals over the Nrg Park festival concert deaths last June.
Following an 18-month investigation, the Houston Police Department concluded the deadly concert disaster occurred as a result of crowd movement and panic, crushing or injuring a number of the Nov. 5 event’s estimated 50,000 attendees. The Harris County Institute of...
- 11/15/2023
- by Abbey White
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Comedian Leslie Jones wasted no time in her return as guest host of “The Daily Show.” The minute Monday night’s episode started, Jones was off to the races, swearing and blaming America for “what the f–k is going on with Donald Trump.”
“Last time I hosted a show I solved all of America’s problems. But then y’all f–ked everything up again, acting like you got a substitute teacher, showing your a-s,” Jones said at the top of the show. “Well guess what? Ms. Jones is back in class, bitches.”
Throughout the course of her opening, 13-minute monologue, Jones dropped the f-word 12 times, true to her energetic comedic style. It was uncertain what the “Daily Show” record was for f-bombs dropped, but Jones’ effort was valiant, and she certainly joined the pantheon.
In the monologue, which you can watch at the top of this post, she...
“Last time I hosted a show I solved all of America’s problems. But then y’all f–ked everything up again, acting like you got a substitute teacher, showing your a-s,” Jones said at the top of the show. “Well guess what? Ms. Jones is back in class, bitches.”
Throughout the course of her opening, 13-minute monologue, Jones dropped the f-word 12 times, true to her energetic comedic style. It was uncertain what the “Daily Show” record was for f-bombs dropped, but Jones’ effort was valiant, and she certainly joined the pantheon.
In the monologue, which you can watch at the top of this post, she...
- 11/14/2023
- by Kayla Cobb
- The Wrap
Before being linked to CBS’ new late-night series “After Midnight,” Taylor Tomlinson had little connection to the world of broadcast TV and the ebbs and flow of nocturnal programming. She is best known as an up-and-coming comic who has found success with stand-up specials on Netflix and video clips on TikTok.
So how did a comedian known for her digital presence land a spot in the linear media world?
Executives at CBS have been hunting for months for someone to take over the network’s 12:30 a.m. slot, but with the realization that the business of wee-hours TV is in flux. The new program is said to cost significantly less to produce than James Corden’s tenure at “The Late Late Show,” a program that had been on CBS, with several hosts, since 1995. “All the broadcast networks in that space have to be really thoughtful about what we spend,...
So how did a comedian known for her digital presence land a spot in the linear media world?
Executives at CBS have been hunting for months for someone to take over the network’s 12:30 a.m. slot, but with the realization that the business of wee-hours TV is in flux. The new program is said to cost significantly less to produce than James Corden’s tenure at “The Late Late Show,” a program that had been on CBS, with several hosts, since 1995. “All the broadcast networks in that space have to be really thoughtful about what we spend,...
- 11/3/2023
- by Brian Steinberg
- Variety Film + TV
Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley voiced strong support for U.S. Senate term limits on “The Daily Show” Wednesday. While speaking with guest host Charlamagne Tha God, she said there are two reasons why.
“One is, you know, I told you I think the Senate is the most privileged nursing home in the country,” Haley explained. “They stay too long, they get used to the power.”
Haley’s second reason is, “I think we have a lot of people in D.C. who have literally lost what the American people want, and I think that we need to start having that again.”
The pair’s conversation wasn’t limited to term limits. Haley also emphasized the importance of appealing to younger voters. As she put it, “I think that the younger generation’s going to be the group that saves us. They actually have a lot of good common sense.
“One is, you know, I told you I think the Senate is the most privileged nursing home in the country,” Haley explained. “They stay too long, they get used to the power.”
Haley’s second reason is, “I think we have a lot of people in D.C. who have literally lost what the American people want, and I think that we need to start having that again.”
The pair’s conversation wasn’t limited to term limits. Haley also emphasized the importance of appealing to younger voters. As she put it, “I think that the younger generation’s going to be the group that saves us. They actually have a lot of good common sense.
- 11/2/2023
- by Stephanie Kaloi
- The Wrap
The Daily Show is currently going through a lineup of guest hosts as it continues to search for a permanent one.
Last night, the Comedy Central show debuted a new twist – two hosts behind the desk.
Correspondents Michael Kosta, who has been hosting this week, the show’s first week back since the writers strike, and Ronny Chieng joined forces on Thursday night’s show.
It marked the first time that the show had two hosts behind the desk, a strategy that has been proposed as a new format going forward.
Last year, Deadline revealed that The Daily Show was considering hosting duos and trios to replace Trevor Noah with correspondents including Desi Lydic as a potential contender.
Chieng, who has starred in movies including M3gan and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, said, “Tonight, you’re getting two hosts for the price of one.”
“Are they...
Last night, the Comedy Central show debuted a new twist – two hosts behind the desk.
Correspondents Michael Kosta, who has been hosting this week, the show’s first week back since the writers strike, and Ronny Chieng joined forces on Thursday night’s show.
It marked the first time that the show had two hosts behind the desk, a strategy that has been proposed as a new format going forward.
Last year, Deadline revealed that The Daily Show was considering hosting duos and trios to replace Trevor Noah with correspondents including Desi Lydic as a potential contender.
Chieng, who has starred in movies including M3gan and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, said, “Tonight, you’re getting two hosts for the price of one.”
“Are they...
- 10/20/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
As the search for a new permanent host of Comedy Central‘s The Daily Show continues, many fans are hoping that the show’s former long-time host, Jon Stewart, could return to the desk. And what could be more perfect than him fronting it during election year as the race for the White House heats up? The speculation comes after show bosses said a decision on a permanent host won’t be made until 2024, which, to many, shows hesitancy in picking a new face. Since Trevor Noah left in December 2022, The Daily Show has welcomed a string of guest hosts, including the likes of Wanda Sykes, Chelsea Handler, Hasan Minhaj, Marlon Wayans, Sarah Silverman, and Leslie Jones. Some of those guest hosts, including Silverman and Jones, will return for the new season, which premiered on Monday, October 16. Comedian Michael Kosta is hosting this week’s episodes. Other upcoming guest hosts include Desus Nice,...
- 10/17/2023
- TV Insider
Roy Wood Jr. surprised everyone by revealing that he was leaving The Daily Show as a correspondent.
Pulling what could be described as a Trevor Noah-style exit, Wood Jr. revealed ten days ago that he would not return to the Comedy Central show, although he kept the door open in case he was named permanent host.
He told Sherri Shepherd that he is now “making sure all my ducks are in a row” in case he doesn’t get it.
He admitted that he could get the job – the process is still ongoing and Wood Jr. has been in the mix at various points, including as part of a rotating cast of permanent hosts – but in the meantime he didn’t want to stay on the show.
“I was shocked at the decision myself because number one, we were in a strike. Who do you know come off strike and then quit the job?...
Pulling what could be described as a Trevor Noah-style exit, Wood Jr. revealed ten days ago that he would not return to the Comedy Central show, although he kept the door open in case he was named permanent host.
He told Sherri Shepherd that he is now “making sure all my ducks are in a row” in case he doesn’t get it.
He admitted that he could get the job – the process is still ongoing and Wood Jr. has been in the mix at various points, including as part of a rotating cast of permanent hosts – but in the meantime he didn’t want to stay on the show.
“I was shocked at the decision myself because number one, we were in a strike. Who do you know come off strike and then quit the job?...
- 10/16/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
The Daily Show is revealing its guest host lineup!
The announcement comes four days before the Comedy Central late night show is set to return, and the lineup includes some returning names in addition to several new faces.
Keep reading to find out who the hosts are…
Returning hosts are Michael Kosta, Sarah Silverman, and Leslie Jones. Newcomers include Desus Nice, Charlamagne tha God, and Michelle Wolf.
Michael will host the show’s The Daily Show‘s first week.
Check out The Daily Show‘s full guest host lineup below!
Week of October 16: Michael Kosta
Week of October 30: Charlamagne tha God
Week of November 6: Sarah Silverman
Week of November 13: Leslie Jones
Week of November 20: The Daily Show News Team Takeover feat. Dulcé Sloan, Ronny Chieng and more
Week of November 27: Michelle Wolf
If you missed it, check out how Trevor Noah ended his final...
The announcement comes four days before the Comedy Central late night show is set to return, and the lineup includes some returning names in addition to several new faces.
Keep reading to find out who the hosts are…
Returning hosts are Michael Kosta, Sarah Silverman, and Leslie Jones. Newcomers include Desus Nice, Charlamagne tha God, and Michelle Wolf.
Michael will host the show’s The Daily Show‘s first week.
Check out The Daily Show‘s full guest host lineup below!
Week of October 16: Michael Kosta
Week of October 30: Charlamagne tha God
Week of November 6: Sarah Silverman
Week of November 13: Leslie Jones
Week of November 20: The Daily Show News Team Takeover feat. Dulcé Sloan, Ronny Chieng and more
Week of November 27: Michelle Wolf
If you missed it, check out how Trevor Noah ended his final...
- 10/12/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Comedy Central has announced a new lineup of all-star guest hosts for The Daily Show. Starting on October 16, the roster includes Michael Kosta, Desus Nice, Charlamagne tha God, Sarah Silverman, Leslie Jones, The Daily Show News Team, and Michelle Wolf. Michael Kosta, a Tds Correspondent, will be the first to take the helm as the award-winning late-night franchise returns. Additionally, the News Team will team up for desk anchoring duties. Check out the specific guest host dates below: Week of October 16: Michael Kosta Week of October 23: Desus Nice Week of October 30: Charlamagne tha God Week of November 6: Sarah Silverman Week of November 13: Leslie Jones Week of November 20: The Daily Show News Team Takeover featuring Dulcé Sloan, Ronny Chieng, and more Week of November 27: Michelle Wolf The guest host era began earlier this year following Trevor Noah‘s exit from the long-running late-night show back in December.
- 10/12/2023
- TV Insider
After the majority of late-night shows revealed that they were returning next week, The Daily Show has set its own plan.
The Comedy Central series will return on Monday, October 16 with guest hosts for the rest of 2023. A new, permanent host is expected to take over in 2024.
The Daily Show faces a unique set of challenges after the writers strike ended given that Trevor Noah left last year and was initially replaced by a rotating set of guest hosts.
Related: ‘Real Time With Bill Maher’ Sets Return With Writers
The likes of Leslie Jones, Wanda Sykes, Dl Hughley, Chelsea Handler, Hasan Minhaj, Marlon Wayans, Kal Penn, Al Franken and John Leguizamo guest hosted as did Daily Show correspondents Roy Wood Jr., Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic, who was the last, full-week host before the writers strike commenced.
Comedy Central did not reveal who will be hosting the first week back...
The Comedy Central series will return on Monday, October 16 with guest hosts for the rest of 2023. A new, permanent host is expected to take over in 2024.
The Daily Show faces a unique set of challenges after the writers strike ended given that Trevor Noah left last year and was initially replaced by a rotating set of guest hosts.
Related: ‘Real Time With Bill Maher’ Sets Return With Writers
The likes of Leslie Jones, Wanda Sykes, Dl Hughley, Chelsea Handler, Hasan Minhaj, Marlon Wayans, Kal Penn, Al Franken and John Leguizamo guest hosted as did Daily Show correspondents Roy Wood Jr., Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic, who was the last, full-week host before the writers strike commenced.
Comedy Central did not reveal who will be hosting the first week back...
- 9/27/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Drake has beef with Charlamagne Tha God.
On Sunday, the Canadian rapper posted a series of Instagram Story posts lighting into the “Breakfast Club” radio host after he said “nobody cared” about Drake’s latest single.
Read More: Drake And Sza Drop Their First-Ever Collaboration, ‘Slime You Out’
“Drake put out a song last Friday and nobody cared,” Charlamagne said on the “Brilliant Idiots” podcast. “It came out last Friday and people just started talking about the lyrics yesterday… That’s not Drake-like. He’s gonna be fine regardless.”
Charlamagne Tha God says Drake dropped a song and nobody cared pic.twitter.com/pOhDhn9K11
— No Jumper (@nojumper) September 23, 2023
The host was referring to Drake and Sza’s new single “Slime You Out”, which was released on Sept. 15, and immediately went to No. 1 on Spotify’s U.S. streaming chart.
But apparently Drake did not appreciate Charlamagne’s comments, taking...
On Sunday, the Canadian rapper posted a series of Instagram Story posts lighting into the “Breakfast Club” radio host after he said “nobody cared” about Drake’s latest single.
Read More: Drake And Sza Drop Their First-Ever Collaboration, ‘Slime You Out’
“Drake put out a song last Friday and nobody cared,” Charlamagne said on the “Brilliant Idiots” podcast. “It came out last Friday and people just started talking about the lyrics yesterday… That’s not Drake-like. He’s gonna be fine regardless.”
Charlamagne Tha God says Drake dropped a song and nobody cared pic.twitter.com/pOhDhn9K11
— No Jumper (@nojumper) September 23, 2023
The host was referring to Drake and Sza’s new single “Slime You Out”, which was released on Sept. 15, and immediately went to No. 1 on Spotify’s U.S. streaming chart.
But apparently Drake did not appreciate Charlamagne’s comments, taking...
- 9/25/2023
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
The link between sports and hip hop is indelible, and has been present ever since the birth of the music genre 50 years ago. Now, fans can discover a new perspective on this relationship in “The Crossover: 50 Years of Hip Hop and Sports,” debuting on ESPN on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Et. Featuring interviews, historical footage and more, “The Crossover” will examine how deeply intertwined sports and hip hop have been for decades. You can watch ESPN with a 5-Day Free Trial of Directv Stream. You can also watch with Sling TV, Hulu Live TV, Fubo, or YouTube TV.
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- 9/12/2023
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Jay-Z was immortalized as a hometown hero and king of rap at the Brooklyn Public Library, where his famed lyrics were plastered on the Central Library Building while the inside featured an exhibit celebrating the mogul’s illustrious career, from his many awards to album covers.
Jay-Z was surprised with the display on Thursday night, as music heavyweights, including Big Daddy Kane, Alicia Keys, Questlove, DJ Khaled and more, celebrated his life and legacy during the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.
Jay-Z entered the building — as a band featuring Emmy-winning musical director Adam Blackstone played some of his hits — with daughter Blue Ivy Carter by his side, as patrons cheered loudly and filmed footage with their phones.
The Brooklyn Central Library, displaying the Book of Hov exhibit on Thursday.
Inside, attendees toured The Book of Hov, which was presented in chapters and included various photos of Jay-Z, from portraits to concert...
Jay-Z was surprised with the display on Thursday night, as music heavyweights, including Big Daddy Kane, Alicia Keys, Questlove, DJ Khaled and more, celebrated his life and legacy during the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.
Jay-Z entered the building — as a band featuring Emmy-winning musical director Adam Blackstone played some of his hits — with daughter Blue Ivy Carter by his side, as patrons cheered loudly and filmed footage with their phones.
The Brooklyn Central Library, displaying the Book of Hov exhibit on Thursday.
Inside, attendees toured The Book of Hov, which was presented in chapters and included various photos of Jay-Z, from portraits to concert...
- 7/14/2023
- by Mesfin Fekadu
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Pete Davidson as Pete Davidson and Joe Pesci as Joe Larocca in ‘Bupkis’ (Photo by: Heidi Gutman/Peacock)
Peacock’s ordering more of Bupkis, giving the half-hour comedy series a season two order. The first season premiered on May 4, 2023 with the release of all eight episodes. Peacock didn’t confirm when fans can expect the just-announced second season to debut.
“Pete Davidson is a once-in-a-generation talent, and what he created with the first season of Bupkis absolutely blew us away,” stated Susan Rovner, Chairman, Entertainment Content, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. “Pete has the rare ability to make you laugh out loud with his unfiltered brand of comedy, and then tear up with his raw and honest vulnerability. We could not be more proud to continue on this journey with Pete, Lorne Michaels, Broadway Video, and our partners at Universal Television for a second season as we continue to bolster Peacock’s comedy slate.
Peacock’s ordering more of Bupkis, giving the half-hour comedy series a season two order. The first season premiered on May 4, 2023 with the release of all eight episodes. Peacock didn’t confirm when fans can expect the just-announced second season to debut.
“Pete Davidson is a once-in-a-generation talent, and what he created with the first season of Bupkis absolutely blew us away,” stated Susan Rovner, Chairman, Entertainment Content, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. “Pete has the rare ability to make you laugh out loud with his unfiltered brand of comedy, and then tear up with his raw and honest vulnerability. We could not be more proud to continue on this journey with Pete, Lorne Michaels, Broadway Video, and our partners at Universal Television for a second season as we continue to bolster Peacock’s comedy slate.
- 6/25/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Bupkis is returning for more. Peacock has renewed the comedy series for a second season. The first season of eight episodes was released on May 4th.
Starring Pete Davidson, Edie Falco, and Joe Pesci, the series is inspired by Davidson's life. The first season features guest appearances by La La Anthony, Carly Aquilino, Colson Baker (Machine Gun Kelly), Josh Bitton, Preston Brodrick, Steve Buscemi, Bobby Cannavale, Kevin Corrigan, Nadia Dajani, Charlamagne Tha God, Charlie Day, Philip Ettinger, Derek Gaines, Brad Garrett, Al Gore, Paul Walter Hauser, Lynne Koplitz, Loulou Lazarus, Sunita Mani, John Mulaney, John Pollono, Delaney Quinn, Simon Rex, Oona Roche, Ray Romano, Cliff "Method Man" Smith, Jon Stewart, Kenan Thompson, Ricky Velez, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Chase Sui Wonders.
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Starring Pete Davidson, Edie Falco, and Joe Pesci, the series is inspired by Davidson's life. The first season features guest appearances by La La Anthony, Carly Aquilino, Colson Baker (Machine Gun Kelly), Josh Bitton, Preston Brodrick, Steve Buscemi, Bobby Cannavale, Kevin Corrigan, Nadia Dajani, Charlamagne Tha God, Charlie Day, Philip Ettinger, Derek Gaines, Brad Garrett, Al Gore, Paul Walter Hauser, Lynne Koplitz, Loulou Lazarus, Sunita Mani, John Mulaney, John Pollono, Delaney Quinn, Simon Rex, Oona Roche, Ray Romano, Cliff "Method Man" Smith, Jon Stewart, Kenan Thompson, Ricky Velez, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Chase Sui Wonders.
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- 6/24/2023
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Pete Davidson will remain on TV screens for another season of his Peacock series “Bupkis”.
The show works as a semi-autobiographical series, with Davidson, 29, taking on the lead role as a fictionalized version of himself. The series follows him as he navigates familial bonds and the challenges of stardom.
Edie Falco and Joe Pesci join Davidson, and guest stars Machine Gun Kelly, Steve Buscemi, Charlamagne Tha God, Al Gore and John Mulaney.
Read More: Comedian Pete Davidson Charged With Reckless Driving After Beverly Hills Crash
According to Variety, the chairman of entertainment content at NBCUniversal Television and Streaming, Susan Rovner, had a shining statement for the announcement of the season renewal: “Pete Davidson is a once-in-a-generation talent, and what he created with the first season of ‘Bupkis’ absolutely blew us away.”
“Pete has the rare ability to make you laugh out loud with his unfiltered brand of comedy, and then...
The show works as a semi-autobiographical series, with Davidson, 29, taking on the lead role as a fictionalized version of himself. The series follows him as he navigates familial bonds and the challenges of stardom.
Edie Falco and Joe Pesci join Davidson, and guest stars Machine Gun Kelly, Steve Buscemi, Charlamagne Tha God, Al Gore and John Mulaney.
Read More: Comedian Pete Davidson Charged With Reckless Driving After Beverly Hills Crash
According to Variety, the chairman of entertainment content at NBCUniversal Television and Streaming, Susan Rovner, had a shining statement for the announcement of the season renewal: “Pete Davidson is a once-in-a-generation talent, and what he created with the first season of ‘Bupkis’ absolutely blew us away.”
“Pete has the rare ability to make you laugh out loud with his unfiltered brand of comedy, and then...
- 6/23/2023
- by Emerson Pearson
- ET Canada
ABC News Studios’ Emmy-winning series Soul of a Nation will honor the 50th anniversary of hip-hop with a one-hour special called Hip-Hop @ 50: Rhythms, Rhymes & Reflections – A Soul of a Nation Presentation.
Master P, Mc Lyte, Fat Joe, The Lox, Coi Leray and others will be featured in the program, to be hosted by Angie Martinez, the veteran radio personality known as The Voice of New York. Martinez will executive produce the special alongside ABC’s Catherine McKenzie.
Hip-Hop @ 50 will air on ABC on June 19 at 10 p.m. Et. It will stream on Hulu the following day.
Master P, Mc Lyte and Angie Martinez
The special, which also celebrates Juneteenth and Black Music Month, will feature “thought-provoking conversations with artists, producers, executives and changemakers in the industry” and “detail the history of hip-hop, providing insight into its origins, growth and evolution over the last 50 years and where things stand today,...
Master P, Mc Lyte, Fat Joe, The Lox, Coi Leray and others will be featured in the program, to be hosted by Angie Martinez, the veteran radio personality known as The Voice of New York. Martinez will executive produce the special alongside ABC’s Catherine McKenzie.
Hip-Hop @ 50 will air on ABC on June 19 at 10 p.m. Et. It will stream on Hulu the following day.
Master P, Mc Lyte and Angie Martinez
The special, which also celebrates Juneteenth and Black Music Month, will feature “thought-provoking conversations with artists, producers, executives and changemakers in the industry” and “detail the history of hip-hop, providing insight into its origins, growth and evolution over the last 50 years and where things stand today,...
- 6/14/2023
- by Mesfin Fekadu
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
[This story contains spoilers from the season finale of Dave, “Looking for Love.”]
Dave’s guest star roster now includes Brad Pitt.
The movie star guested on the FX comedy’s season three finale as a version of himself opposite creator/star Dave Burd. Pitt, who filmed over several days, many of them night shoots, has considerably more than just a cameo. In fact, FX is submitting him for an Emmy in the guest actor category.
Pitt’s appearance, which has been shrouded in secrecy for many months, began with a passionate, personal letter from Burd to Pitt. In an interview earlier this year, showrunner Jeff Schaffer admits that he and his fellow producers wrote it off as another one of Burd’s crazy pipe dreams. “None of us thought it was going to work, except Dave,” he said, suggesting that it was yet another reminder that Burd and his lofty ideas and declarations should not be dismissed. In this instance,...
Dave’s guest star roster now includes Brad Pitt.
The movie star guested on the FX comedy’s season three finale as a version of himself opposite creator/star Dave Burd. Pitt, who filmed over several days, many of them night shoots, has considerably more than just a cameo. In fact, FX is submitting him for an Emmy in the guest actor category.
Pitt’s appearance, which has been shrouded in secrecy for many months, began with a passionate, personal letter from Burd to Pitt. In an interview earlier this year, showrunner Jeff Schaffer admits that he and his fellow producers wrote it off as another one of Burd’s crazy pipe dreams. “None of us thought it was going to work, except Dave,” he said, suggesting that it was yet another reminder that Burd and his lofty ideas and declarations should not be dismissed. In this instance,...
- 6/1/2023
- by Lacey Rose
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Audible, Inc., the leading creator and provider of premium audio storytelling, today announced a new multi-project, exclusive deal with Ashé Audio Ventures, the newly formed podcast label from Viola Davis and Julius Tennon’s JuVee Productions and Maurício Mota and Katie Mota’s Wise Entertainment. Audible will be the exclusive home for these scripted and unscripted audio originals created for a global audience.
Viola Davis said: “After the outpouring of love for Finding Me, I'm excited for the opportunities that Ashé Audio Ventures and Audible will create for memorable stories to be both explored and celebrated in a meaningful new way – a way that spans borders and connects us to a shared human experience.”
This new endeavor, on the heels of Viola Davis’ Grammy win for Best Audiobook of her memoir Finding Me, which earned her the coveted “Egot” status, underscores consumers’ rising interest in audio entertainment. Ashé Audio Ventures...
Viola Davis said: “After the outpouring of love for Finding Me, I'm excited for the opportunities that Ashé Audio Ventures and Audible will create for memorable stories to be both explored and celebrated in a meaningful new way – a way that spans borders and connects us to a shared human experience.”
This new endeavor, on the heels of Viola Davis’ Grammy win for Best Audiobook of her memoir Finding Me, which earned her the coveted “Egot” status, underscores consumers’ rising interest in audio entertainment. Ashé Audio Ventures...
- 5/31/2023
- Podnews.net
Paramount has canceled “Hell of a Week with Charlamagne Tha God” and the animated series “Tooning Out the News,” TheWrap can confirm. The two Comedy Central shows were executive produced by Stephen Colbert.
“We will not be resuming production on another season of ‘Hell of A Week,’” a Comedy Central spokesperson said. “We thank Charlamagne and the amazing team behind the show for its impactful conversations and the incredible collaboration as we look ahead to our future partnership with Charlamagne.”
“The Emmy award-nominated ‘Stephen Colbert Presents Tooning Out The News’ pushed the boundaries of satirical news and disrupted the late-night landscape with its outspoken animated anchors,” the Comedy Central spokesperson added. “We are deeply grateful to Stephen Colbert, Rj Fried, the production team and the talented actors and animators for their unwavering partnership and dedication.”
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“We will not be resuming production on another season of ‘Hell of A Week,’” a Comedy Central spokesperson said. “We thank Charlamagne and the amazing team behind the show for its impactful conversations and the incredible collaboration as we look ahead to our future partnership with Charlamagne.”
“The Emmy award-nominated ‘Stephen Colbert Presents Tooning Out The News’ pushed the boundaries of satirical news and disrupted the late-night landscape with its outspoken animated anchors,” the Comedy Central spokesperson added. “We are deeply grateful to Stephen Colbert, Rj Fried, the production team and the talented actors and animators for their unwavering partnership and dedication.”
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- 5/18/2023
- by Kayla Cobb
- The Wrap
Can you imagine what it’s like to be Pete Davidson, a man whose dating life is the source of dozens of memes and hundreds of gossip pieces? Experience the life of the former SNL star in Peacock’s new eight-episode half-hour comedy, Bupkis. No imagination is required.
Peacock describes the new show as raw and semi-autobiographical. Premiering on Thursday, May 4, 2023, Bupkis follows Pete Davidson as he navigates his family’s unconventional dynamics and learns to find genuine connections amidst the challenges of fame. Supported by big-name guest stars, Bupkis straddles reality and absurdity to best represent what it is to be Pete Davidson (according to Peacock).
Pete Davidson as Pete Davidson and Joe Pesci as Joe Larocca in ‘Bupkis’ (Photo by: Heidi Gutman/Peacock)
Pete Davidson leads the cast as himself, four-time Emmy Award winner Edie Falco plays his mom, and Oscar winner Joe Pesci (GoodFellas) stars as Pete’s grandfather.
Peacock describes the new show as raw and semi-autobiographical. Premiering on Thursday, May 4, 2023, Bupkis follows Pete Davidson as he navigates his family’s unconventional dynamics and learns to find genuine connections amidst the challenges of fame. Supported by big-name guest stars, Bupkis straddles reality and absurdity to best represent what it is to be Pete Davidson (according to Peacock).
Pete Davidson as Pete Davidson and Joe Pesci as Joe Larocca in ‘Bupkis’ (Photo by: Heidi Gutman/Peacock)
Pete Davidson leads the cast as himself, four-time Emmy Award winner Edie Falco plays his mom, and Oscar winner Joe Pesci (GoodFellas) stars as Pete’s grandfather.
- 4/29/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
The Daily Show‘s guest host era continues as Comedy Central has revealed more stars set to take over the late-night show desk in the coming weeks. As reported by The Wrap, radio host Charlamagne Tha God, comedian Michelle Wolf, Desus & Mero co-host Desus Nice, and stand-up comic Lewis Black are among the next wave of hosts. In addition, The Daily Show‘s News Team will get a turn anchoring the show, as well as senior correspondent Ronny Chieng. Check out the specific guest host dates below: The week of May 15th: Charlamagne Tha God The week of May 22nd: News Team Takeover (more details to be announced at a later date) The week of June 5th: Michelle Wolf The week of June 12th: Ronny Chieng The week of June 20th: Lewis Black The week of June 26th: Desus Nice The guest host era kicked off earlier this year following...
- 4/20/2023
- TV Insider
Charlamagne Tha God, Michelle Wolf and Desus Nice are among the next wave of guest hosts coming to “The Daily Show,” the program told TheWrap exclusively.
Tds’ news team will have the opportunity to take over the late night Comedy Central program’s iconic desk, tag teaming anchoring duties at the end of May. Lewis Black and Ronny Chieng will also be given their own solo guest hosting opportunities.
Specific dates for the guest hosts are below:
The week of May 15th: Charlamagne Tha God The week of May 22nd: News Team Takeover The week of June 5th: Michelle Wolf The week of June 12th: Ronny Chieng The week of June 20th: Lewis Black The week of June 26th: Desus Nice
Additional details on the News Team Takeover will be revealed at a later date.
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Tds’ news team will have the opportunity to take over the late night Comedy Central program’s iconic desk, tag teaming anchoring duties at the end of May. Lewis Black and Ronny Chieng will also be given their own solo guest hosting opportunities.
Specific dates for the guest hosts are below:
The week of May 15th: Charlamagne Tha God The week of May 22nd: News Team Takeover The week of June 5th: Michelle Wolf The week of June 12th: Ronny Chieng The week of June 20th: Lewis Black The week of June 26th: Desus Nice
Additional details on the News Team Takeover will be revealed at a later date.
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- 4/19/2023
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
BET is set to reenter the realm of daily television with a new simulcast of iconic radio show “The Breakfast Club.” The show will feature renowned DJs Envy and Charlamagne Tha God from iHeartMedia’s New York’s Power 105.1, with a one-hour edition broadcast daily from Monday to Friday at 9 a.m. Et starting on Monday, April 17. This thrilling entry into daytime TV is sure to leave a lasting impression. You can watch BET with a 7-Day Free Trial of Philo. You can also watch with Sling TV, Directv Stream, Hulu Live TV, Fubo, or YouTube TV.
How to Watch 'The Breakfast Club' Radio Show TV Premiere When: Monday, April 17, 2023 at 9:00 Am Edt TV: BET Stream: Watch with a 7-Day Free Trial of Philo. 7-Day Free Trial$25 / month philo.com About 'The Breakfast Club' Radio Show TV Premiere
Through these episodes, viewers can experience exclusive...
How to Watch 'The Breakfast Club' Radio Show TV Premiere When: Monday, April 17, 2023 at 9:00 Am Edt TV: BET Stream: Watch with a 7-Day Free Trial of Philo. 7-Day Free Trial$25 / month philo.com About 'The Breakfast Club' Radio Show TV Premiere
Through these episodes, viewers can experience exclusive...
- 4/17/2023
- by Ree Winter
- The Streamable
One day after Pete Davidson debuted a teaser trailer for “Bupkis” during an interview with Charlamagne tha God on “The Breakfast Club,” Peacock revealed the official trailer for the upcoming comedy series.
The official trailer differs from the tease Davidson shared earlier in the week but gets across the same broad strokes: “Bupkis” stars Davidson as a version of himself with Edie Falco as his mom and Joe Pesci in his first television role in decades as Davidson’s grandfather. The all-star supporting cast includes numerous high-wattage names including La La Anthony, Colson “Machine Gun Kelly” Baker, Steve Buscemi, Bobby Cannavale, Charlamagne Tha God, Charlie Day, Philip Ettinger, Brad Garrett, Al Gore, Paul Walter Hauser, Sunita Mani, John Mulaney, Simon Rex, Oona Roche, Ray Romano, Cliff “Method Man” Smith, Jon Stewart, Kenan Thompson, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Chase Sui Wonders among many other recognizable names. At least some of those...
The official trailer differs from the tease Davidson shared earlier in the week but gets across the same broad strokes: “Bupkis” stars Davidson as a version of himself with Edie Falco as his mom and Joe Pesci in his first television role in decades as Davidson’s grandfather. The all-star supporting cast includes numerous high-wattage names including La La Anthony, Colson “Machine Gun Kelly” Baker, Steve Buscemi, Bobby Cannavale, Charlamagne Tha God, Charlie Day, Philip Ettinger, Brad Garrett, Al Gore, Paul Walter Hauser, Sunita Mani, John Mulaney, Simon Rex, Oona Roche, Ray Romano, Cliff “Method Man” Smith, Jon Stewart, Kenan Thompson, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Chase Sui Wonders among many other recognizable names. At least some of those...
- 4/14/2023
- by Christopher Rosen
- Gold Derby
Apple TV+ has announced the premiere date for Season 2 of its murder mystery comedy series “The Afterparty.” The series is set to return on Wednesday, June 12 with two brand new episodes, followed by one weekly episode every Wednesday through September 6.
From Chris Miller and Phil Lord, “The Afterparty” is a genre-bending comedy that stars Tiffany Haddish, Sam Richardson and Zoë Chao. With a new murder case being introduced in Season 2, joining the show are Elizabeth Perkins, Zach Woods, Paul Walter Hauser, Poppy Liu, Anna Konkle, Jack Whitehall, Vivian Wu, John Cho and Ken Jeong.
When a wedding is ruined after the groom is murdered, every guest becomes a suspect in the case. Detective Danner (Haddish) swoops in to help Aniq (Richardson) and Zoë (Chao) solve this eerie wedding murder mystery by questioning family members, past lovers, businesses partners and more by hearing their individual sides of the story.
“The Afterparty...
From Chris Miller and Phil Lord, “The Afterparty” is a genre-bending comedy that stars Tiffany Haddish, Sam Richardson and Zoë Chao. With a new murder case being introduced in Season 2, joining the show are Elizabeth Perkins, Zach Woods, Paul Walter Hauser, Poppy Liu, Anna Konkle, Jack Whitehall, Vivian Wu, John Cho and Ken Jeong.
When a wedding is ruined after the groom is murdered, every guest becomes a suspect in the case. Detective Danner (Haddish) swoops in to help Aniq (Richardson) and Zoë (Chao) solve this eerie wedding murder mystery by questioning family members, past lovers, businesses partners and more by hearing their individual sides of the story.
“The Afterparty...
- 4/14/2023
- by McKinley Franklin, Sophia Scorziello and Charna Flam
- Variety Film + TV
Pete Davidson is struggling in the official trailer for Bupkis, a new Peacock original comedy series.
The series is a new comedy following Davidson as he attempts to work through unique family dynamics and the complexities of fame to form meaningful relationships.
"The raw, semi-autobiographical series stars Davidson, Edie Falco, and Joe Pesci alongside a star studded supporting cast in a show that straddles reality and absurdity to best represent what it is to be Pete Davidson," the streaming service teases.
"Welcome to Bupkis."
Pete Davidson wrote, executive produced, and stars in the show.
The series also stars Edie Falco as Davidson's mom and Joe Pesci as Davidson's grandfather.
The trailer showcases Pete's world with a comedic lick of paint.
The clip is star-studded, and many of the big names aren't even present in the clip.
The guest line-up includes La La Anthony, Colson Baker (Machine Gun Kelly), Steve Buscemi,...
The series is a new comedy following Davidson as he attempts to work through unique family dynamics and the complexities of fame to form meaningful relationships.
"The raw, semi-autobiographical series stars Davidson, Edie Falco, and Joe Pesci alongside a star studded supporting cast in a show that straddles reality and absurdity to best represent what it is to be Pete Davidson," the streaming service teases.
"Welcome to Bupkis."
Pete Davidson wrote, executive produced, and stars in the show.
The series also stars Edie Falco as Davidson's mom and Joe Pesci as Davidson's grandfather.
The trailer showcases Pete's world with a comedic lick of paint.
The clip is star-studded, and many of the big names aren't even present in the clip.
The guest line-up includes La La Anthony, Colson Baker (Machine Gun Kelly), Steve Buscemi,...
- 4/14/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Pete Davidson is just as famous for his personal life as his acting career, so it’s only fitting that his first leading television role sees him playing himself. The upcoming Peacock comedy “Bupkis” stars Davidson as Davidson, parodying the surreal levels of fame he has achieved in recent years with the help of some A-list friends.
The show is similar to Davidson’s 2020 film “The King of Staten Island,” which was directed by Judd Apatow and saw the former “Saturday Night Live” cast member in a role heavily inspired by his own background. Unlike that film though, “Bupkis” sees Davidson explicitly play a fictionalized version of himself, juggling acting roles, antics in the celebrity world, tabloid rumors, and his relationships with his working class family from Staten Island.
The trailer features many nods to real life tabloid stories and rumors involving Davidson, including his sister complaining about speculation about the star’s penis size.
The show is similar to Davidson’s 2020 film “The King of Staten Island,” which was directed by Judd Apatow and saw the former “Saturday Night Live” cast member in a role heavily inspired by his own background. Unlike that film though, “Bupkis” sees Davidson explicitly play a fictionalized version of himself, juggling acting roles, antics in the celebrity world, tabloid rumors, and his relationships with his working class family from Staten Island.
The trailer features many nods to real life tabloid stories and rumors involving Davidson, including his sister complaining about speculation about the star’s penis size.
- 4/14/2023
- by Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
Pete Davidson may only be 29 years old, but the former Saturday Night Live star and perpetual tabloid obsession already has a comedy series based on his life.
Below is the first trailer for Bupkis, Peacock’s new half-hour series that’s described as a “a new comedy following Pete Davidson as he attempts to work through unique family dynamics and the complexities of fame to form meaningful relationships. The raw, semi-autobiographical series stars Davidson, Edie Falco and Joe Pesci alongside a star-studded supporting cast in a show that straddles reality and absurdity to best represent what it is to be Pete Davidson.”
In addition to getting Pesci to come out of his semi-retirement, the show also has a pretty star-studded lineup of guest stars: La La Anthony, Colson Baker (Machine Gun Kelly), Steve Buscemi, Bobby Cannavale, Charlamagne Tha God, Charlie Day, Philip Ettinger, Brad Garrett, Al Gore, Paul Walter Hauser,...
Below is the first trailer for Bupkis, Peacock’s new half-hour series that’s described as a “a new comedy following Pete Davidson as he attempts to work through unique family dynamics and the complexities of fame to form meaningful relationships. The raw, semi-autobiographical series stars Davidson, Edie Falco and Joe Pesci alongside a star-studded supporting cast in a show that straddles reality and absurdity to best represent what it is to be Pete Davidson.”
In addition to getting Pesci to come out of his semi-retirement, the show also has a pretty star-studded lineup of guest stars: La La Anthony, Colson Baker (Machine Gun Kelly), Steve Buscemi, Bobby Cannavale, Charlamagne Tha God, Charlie Day, Philip Ettinger, Brad Garrett, Al Gore, Paul Walter Hauser,...
- 4/14/2023
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Pete Davidson shows off his dance moves, including a mean tango, in the first official trailer for his new series, “Bupkis,” in which he plays a fictionalized version of himself. The Peacock series debuts on May 4.
The trailer also features the comedian jumping into a grave and taking a high-speed joy ride with Bobby Cannavale. And screaming, lots of screaming.
“You run around like a kid and you’re not a kid anymore, you’re a man,” says Joe Pesci, who plays his grandfather, while Edie Falco, who plays his mother, tells him it’s not easy being his mom. His therapist (played by Charlie Day) also tells ‘”Bupkis” Pete, “You don’t exactly lead a quiet life.”
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The trailer also features the comedian jumping into a grave and taking a high-speed joy ride with Bobby Cannavale. And screaming, lots of screaming.
“You run around like a kid and you’re not a kid anymore, you’re a man,” says Joe Pesci, who plays his grandfather, while Edie Falco, who plays his mother, tells him it’s not easy being his mom. His therapist (played by Charlie Day) also tells ‘”Bupkis” Pete, “You don’t exactly lead a quiet life.”
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Tony Shalhoub Returns as Obsessive Compulsive Gumshoe in ‘Mr. Monk’s Last Case: A Monk Movie’ on Peacock
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- 4/14/2023
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
DJ Envy suggested Beyoncé was partially to blame for the poor sales of Chloe Bailey’s album In Pieces.
The 24-year-old singer’s debut record, released 31 March by Beyoncé’s label, currently sits at No 119 on the Billboard 200 albums chart, and has sold just 10,000 units so far.
During the latest episode of The Breakfast Club radio show, the DJ – real name RaaShaun Casey – agreed with online critics who felt it was Beyoncé’s duty to promote Bailey’s album on her own social media accounts.
The “Have Mercy” singer signed to the Grammy winner’s record label, Parkwood Entertainment, in 2015.
“I do feel if you’re signed to somebody’s record label, or you are in business with somebody, right, that’s part of what you expect,” DJ Envy said.
“That’s why I’m signing to you,” he continued. “I’m signing to you because I’m hoping I...
The 24-year-old singer’s debut record, released 31 March by Beyoncé’s label, currently sits at No 119 on the Billboard 200 albums chart, and has sold just 10,000 units so far.
During the latest episode of The Breakfast Club radio show, the DJ – real name RaaShaun Casey – agreed with online critics who felt it was Beyoncé’s duty to promote Bailey’s album on her own social media accounts.
The “Have Mercy” singer signed to the Grammy winner’s record label, Parkwood Entertainment, in 2015.
“I do feel if you’re signed to somebody’s record label, or you are in business with somebody, right, that’s part of what you expect,” DJ Envy said.
“That’s why I’m signing to you,” he continued. “I’m signing to you because I’m hoping I...
- 4/13/2023
- by Inga Parkel
- The Independent - Music
Disney+ has revealed the official trailer for the new Original series ‘The Muppets Mayhem,’ starring Lilly Singh, Tahj Mowry, Saara Chaudry and The Electric Mayhem Band.
The story follows The Electric Mayhem Band — Dr. Teeth on vocals and keyboards, Animal on drums, Floyd Pepper on vocals and bass, Janice on vocals and lead guitar, Zoot on saxophone and Lips on trumpet — on an epic, music-filled journey to record their first-ever studio album. With the help of a driven young music executive, Nora Singh (Singh), the old-school Muppet band comes face-to-face with the current-day music scene as they try to finally record their first studio album.
Joining the previously announced recurring guest star Anders Holm and The Electric Mayhem Band on their journey is an exciting roster of guest talent, including Paula Abdul, Sofia Carson, Charlamagne Tha God, Tommy Chong, Morgan Freeman, Tommy Lee, Lil Nas X, Danny Trejo and many more.
The story follows The Electric Mayhem Band — Dr. Teeth on vocals and keyboards, Animal on drums, Floyd Pepper on vocals and bass, Janice on vocals and lead guitar, Zoot on saxophone and Lips on trumpet — on an epic, music-filled journey to record their first-ever studio album. With the help of a driven young music executive, Nora Singh (Singh), the old-school Muppet band comes face-to-face with the current-day music scene as they try to finally record their first studio album.
Joining the previously announced recurring guest star Anders Holm and The Electric Mayhem Band on their journey is an exciting roster of guest talent, including Paula Abdul, Sofia Carson, Charlamagne Tha God, Tommy Chong, Morgan Freeman, Tommy Lee, Lil Nas X, Danny Trejo and many more.
- 4/13/2023
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
The legendary rock band from Jim Henson’s Muppets is making a comeback…with their very first studio album. Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem Band return in the new series The Muppets Mayhem, which will be streaming all episodes on Disney+ starting on May 10. The show stars Lilly Singh, Tahj Mowry, Saara Chaudry, and, of course, The Electric Mayhem Band. Disney just dropped the trailer for the new Muppet adventure.
The official Disney+ synopsis reads,
The Muppets Mayhem follows The Electric Mayhem Band — Dr. Teeth on vocals and keyboards, Animal on drums, Floyd Pepper on vocals and bass, Janice on vocals and lead guitar, Zoot on saxophone and Lips on trumpet — on an epic, music-filled journey to record their first-ever studio album. With the help of a driven young music executive, Nora Singh (Singh), the old-school Muppet band comes face-to-face with the current-day music scene as they try to...
The official Disney+ synopsis reads,
The Muppets Mayhem follows The Electric Mayhem Band — Dr. Teeth on vocals and keyboards, Animal on drums, Floyd Pepper on vocals and bass, Janice on vocals and lead guitar, Zoot on saxophone and Lips on trumpet — on an epic, music-filled journey to record their first-ever studio album. With the help of a driven young music executive, Nora Singh (Singh), the old-school Muppet band comes face-to-face with the current-day music scene as they try to...
- 4/12/2023
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
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