Amy Poehler Reflects On ‘SNL’ Sketches That Had ‘An Expiration Date’
Amy Poehler reflected on the culture of comedy at Saturday Night Live during her time at the late-night show, saying that some sketches have aged poorly. During a recent episode…
Bill Maher Rants About TV’s “Eye-Roll, Short-Bus Dads”
As Bill Maher wrapped up his 700th episode of Real Time, he got on his soapbox to mourn the supposed loss of masculinity in media. During Friday’s ‘New Rules’ segment,…
‘Hee Haw,’ ‘The Buddy Holly Story’ Actor Was 78
Gailard Sartain, the character actor and comedian whose breakthrough role on Hee Haw launched a career of playing Southern good-ol’-boy that included his memorable performance as The Big Bopper in…
Appeals Court Sides With Trump On National Guard Deployment In L.A.
(Updated with Trump & Gov. Newsom statements)Three federal appeals court judges have ruled that Donald Trump can continue to be in charge of the California National Guard over Gavin Newsom.…
Landmark Deal Sets Stage For More Partnerships – Analysts
Billed as a “new kind of partnership,” Netflix‘s deal to distribute French network TF1 could open the floodgates in other territories, leading media analysts are predicting. Ampere Analysis and Enders…
Melissa Rauch Tried To Find ‘Night Court’ A New Home
A month after NBC canceled its Night Court revival following three seasons, Melissa Rauch is bidding farewell to the show. The star and executive producer recently shared a heartfelt statement…
‘Cabaret’ Will End Broadway Run In October With Billy Porter & Marisha Wallace
Broadway‘s Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club will close on Sunday, October 19, producers announced today, ending a 14-week run that was spotty at the box office and will almost…
‘So You Think You Can Dance,’ ‘Step Up 2’ Choreographer
Choreographer Dave Scott, who worked on Step Up 2 and 3 as well as So You Think You Can Dance, has died, according to a post on his personal Instagram…
Prime Video Spain & RTVE Strike Deal For ‘El Grand Prix’
Here’s an interesting broadcast model out of Spain. Prime Video’s local service will premiere episodes of wacky summer competition show El Grand Prix immediately after their debut on pubcaster RTVE‘s…
Jon Stewart On Immigration, MAGA, Gun Violence, Minnesota Shootings
In a lengthy episode for The Daily Show, Jon Stewart waded through the sheer slog of violence over the weekend, including Israel’s strike against Iran and the shooting of two…