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New SNL Cast Member Kam Patterson Walks Back Joke That He’s Never Seen the Show
After officially joining the cast of Saturday Night Live, Kam Patterson joked during a standup set that he had never seen SNL. While the audience took the line as part of the act, the comment quickly gained traction online, prompting the comedian to clarify what he meant.
Ncuti Gatwa Mocks His Poorly Rated Run as ‘Doctor Who’ In SNL UK Host Monologue
Controversial Doctor Who actor Ncuti Gatwa hosted the SNL UK season finale last weekend. During his monologue, he mocked his poorly received run on the legacy science-fiction series. For many fans, his remarks served as a reminder of an era they would rather forget.
Ted Lasso’s Dani Rojas actor Cristo Fernández Signs With Professional Soccer Team In Mexico
Perhaps it’s a case of life imitating art, or simply things working out as intended. Cristo Fernández, best known for playing Dani Rojas on Ted Lasso, has signed with a professional soccer team.
Charlie Cox Says Original ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Was Drifting Toward Ben Affleck’s Movie
According to Daredevil: Born Again star Charlie Cox, the Disney+ series nearly borrowed the lighter tone of the Ben Affleck film.
Rebel Wilson Labelled ‘Fantastical Liar’ In Closing Arguments of Defamation Case
In their closing arguments in the defamation trial against Rebel Wilson, Deadline reports that legal representatives for the actress suing her labeled Wilson a “fantastical liar.” It was a colorful bookend to a case that opened in April with Wilson being branded a “bully.”
Dua Lipa Suing Samsung Over Use of Her Image in TV Packaging
Pop star Dua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung. In a complaint filed in California federal court, she alleges the company used her image on television boxes without permission. According to the filing, Samsung benefited from her likeness without compensating her.
After Buying Stephen Colbert’s Timeslot, Byron Allen Names Himself CEO of Buzzfeed
One man, one mogul, just proved old Hollywood models are dead. Leaner production, time slot buys, and sheer size are the things that still print money. All of these combine at the end of May. From his family office, on May 11th, Byron Allen Family Digital announced a...
Angel Acquires Taika Waititi Film ‘Fing!’ Amid Ongoing Audience Scrutiny
Angel has announced its newest acquisition, Fing!, starring Taika Waititi. The deal continues the studio’s push for high-profile projects with major Hollywood names attached. After debuting at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, the live-action fantasy film received generally positive reviews.
Stephen Colbert Turns Final Late Show Episodes Into Anti-CBS Reunion With Fellow Late-Night Hosts
For his final week as host of The Late Show, Stephen Colbert has booked several fellow late-night hosts. When CBS announced the cancellation of the long-running program last July, many saw it as more than just another casualty of a fading television format — they viewed it as a direct rebuke of Colbert himself.
Stephen Colbert Responds to ‘Lord of the Rings’ Backlash, Sidesteps Larger Concerns
When it was announced in March that Stephen Colbert was working on a new Lord of the Rings film for Warner Bros., fans reacted with skepticism and concern. At the end of May, Colbert will be leaving his hosting duties at The Late Show, and many critics have noted the show’s leaning into progressive politics under his tenure.
Mark Ruffalo Calls on Hollywood to Oppose Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger in NYT Op-Ed
Mark Ruffalo is continuing to speak out against the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. The Hollywood actor and activist has been one of the deal’s most outspoken opponents.
She-Hulk Star Admits No One Wants to See Her Return to MCU
As Disney prepares to release Avengers: Doomsday this December, questions are rising about the future of the MCU. Fans are wondering which characters will continue and which will be shelved. She-Hulk actress Tatiana Maslany was recently asked about returning to Marvel. Her answer was telling.