Comedy
Netflix will shoot a pilot for A Different World, a sequel to the 1987 sitcom, which will chronicle Dwayne and Whitley’s daughter’s time at an HBCU. As Deadline reported exclusively in August, the project had been in development at the streamer since last year, and the commissioning of the pilot is part of that process. A rep for […]
In a break from tradition, the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) has canceled its comedic segment for the 2025 Correspondents’ Dinner, meaning comedian Amber Ruffin will no longer headline the April 26 event. WHCA President Eugene Daniels said the board unanimously agreed to shift focus toward honoring journalistic excellence and mentoring emerging reporters. Ruffin, known […]
A new proposal from Canadian comedian Matthew Puzhitsky suggests that Canada should block U.S. access to Pornhub as a bold response to ongoing trade tensions with the U.S. He jokingly referred to this as Canada’s “nuclear weapon,” arguing that it could effectively end the trade war. A petition has been launched to support this idea, […]
“Saturday Night Live” marked its 50th anniversary with a star-studded homecoming special on February 16, 2025, bringing together legendary cast members, musical performances, and unforgettable comedy moments. Some of the night’s most iconic moments highlighted the impact of Black comedians on SNL’s history. Cultural Highlights from ‘SNL50’ At 88 years old, original SNL cast member […]
Comedy icon Dave Chappelle has been named the recipient of the prestigious President’s Award at the 56th NAACP Image Awards, set to air live on February 22, 2025, on BET and CBS. The award honors individuals for their distinguished public service and cultural impact, with past recipients including Rihanna, LeBron James, Kerry Washington, and JAY-Z. […]
Questlove’s documentary Ladies and Gentlemen … 50 Years of SNL Music is a celebration of Saturday Night Live’s five decades of iconic live musical performances. The film, premiering Monday, dives deep into the music and behind-the-scenes stories of the show, blending legendary performances with insider anecdotes. Here are eight standout revelations: Eddie Murphy’s Reluctance for […]
“One of Them Days” narrowly prevailed over the Disney live-action prequel Mufasa: The Lion King at the Martin Luther King Jr. weekend box office. The Sony Pictures film, produced by Issa Rae and written by Syreeta Singleton (Rap Sh!t), opened to $11.6 million and is expected to reach $14 million by the end of the […]
Comedian Michelle Buteau reflects on her journey, embracing body positivity, taking risks in life, and cherishing sacred spaces in a candid interview with Wild Card host Rachel Martin. Known for her vibrant energy and witty humor, Buteau shares pivotal moments, like rejecting advice to lose weight. A turning point came during her wedding when dieting […]
In his Netflix comedy special, Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was, the Oscar-winning actor revealed how his youngest daughter, Anelise, played a pivotal role in his recovery from a life-threatening stroke in April 2023. At just 14 years old, Anelise secretly brought her guitar into Foxx’s hospital room and played by his bedside. Her music […]
Rochester’s “Buy the Block” program has reopened applications, offering first-time homebuyers an opportunity to purchase affordable homes in under-invested areas of the city. The initiative aims to revitalize neighborhoods by building new homes and ensuring buyers spend no more than 30% of their income on housing. Mayor Malik Evans highlighted the program’s focus on energy […]
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