Bill Maher justifies Armie Hammer’s NSFW texts; Says ‘who wouldn’t want to be eaten by Armie’

"Real Time" host Bill Maher closed his show on Friday night by offering a warning to skeptics on the left who don't buy into the existence of "cancel culture." "Liberals need a Stand Your Ground law ... for cancel culture." Maher began the monologue, "so that when the woke mob comes after you for some ridiculous offense, you'll stand your ground, stop apologizing.

Bill Maher sat down with former Fox News and NBC News personality Megyn Kelly for the leadoff interview Friday on HBO’s Real Time, but their discussion didn’t focus on her former employers or her controversial past at all. Instead, they had a frank talk about race, social justice and 21st century “victimhood” in America, especially how it pertains to kids and their schools.

trending on social media after he allegedly described himself as a "cannibal" in a leaked private message to a woman. Days later, more women came forward with bizarre accusations against him (among them, one woman claimed Armie told her he wanted to break her rib so he could "barbecue and eat it," whereas another alleged that Armie told her wanted to cut off one of her toes and keep it in his pocket). The fallout prompted him to pull out of a film he was set to film opposite Jennifer Lopez.

Call Me By Your Name star has been dropped by his agent and publicist in light of the allegations, but said in an Instagram post last month: “I’m not responding to these bullshit claims.” His attorney has also called the allegations “patently untrue”.Last week (February 5), Maher came to Hammer’s defence on his show Real Time with Bill Maher.

Bill Maher is defending Armie Hammer.

Call Me By Your Name star Armie Hammer has been dropped by his agency and publicist following recent social media controversy.Last month, screenshots were shared on social media of Hammer allegedly privately messaging explicit content on Facebook and Instagram.Since the messages began circulating, Hammer has dropped out of his role in Lionsgate comedy Shotgun Wedding opposite Jennifer Lopez, and is also leaving upcoming Godfather miniseries The Offer with Paramount.“I’m not responding to these

Jimmy Kimmel and Bill Maher had a wide-ranging, late-night comedy love-in to kick off tonight’s episode of Real Time, with the guest comparing the host to starting Super Bowl quarterback Tom Brady.

Armie Hammer has reportedly been dropped by his agency, amid his social media scandal. The 34-year-old actor is no longer represented by WME, according to multiple reports. ET has reached out to the agency for comment.

left the film “Shotgun Wedding” with Jennifer Lopez. Josh Duhamel has since replaced Hammer.His decision to leave both projects came after leaked messages purporting to detail the star’s sex life, including a supposed interested in cannibalism and rape fantasies, surfaced on an Instagram account under the name House of Effie.Also Read: Armie Hammer Exits 'Godfather' Making-of TV Series at Paramount+Hammer has vehemently denied the legitimacy of the messages.

Elizabeth Wagmeister Senior CorrespondentArmie Hammer has been dropped by WME, Variety has learned.The talent agency parted ways with the actor, following continuous allegations against the actor that have surfaced on social media over the past month.The allegations have resulted in Hammer being dropped from two high-profile projects, the romantic comedy “Shotgun Wedding,” in which he was originally cast opposite Jennifer Lopez, and Paramount’s series “The Offer.”Though Hammer categorized his

Josh Duhamel is stepping in for Armie Hammer.

Josh Duhamel has reportedly been brought on to replace embattled actor Armie Hammer opposite Jennifer Lopez in the upcoming movie "Shotgun Wedding."  Hammer stepped down from his role in the movie after scandalous messages allegedly written by him were leaked.The messages, which he denies were his, feature graphic sexual fantasies as well as illusions to the notion that he is a cannibal.  "Armie has requested to step away from the film and we support him in his decision," a spokesperson for the

per Variety. His role, that of “Godfather” producer Albert S.

recently left movie Shotgun Wedding, which he was due to co-star in with Jennifer Lopez, shortly before filming was due to start. Now Variety reports that Hammer has pulled out of Paramount Plus TV series The Offer, which depicts the behind-the-scenes story of the making of The Godfather.

Call Me By Your Name star Armie Hammer, has broken her silence on Hammer’s ongoing social media controversy.Earlier this month, screenshots were shared on social media of Hammer allegedly privately messaging explicit content on Facebook and on Instagram.Since the messages began circulating, Hammer dropped out of his role in Lionsgate comedy Shotgun Wedding opposite Jennifer Lopez, and is now also leaving upcoming Godfather miniseries The Offer with Paramount.Chambers, who filed for divorce from

Armie Hammer has departed another project amid his social media controversies. The actor is no longer set to star in the Paramount+ series, which is about the making of according to multiple reports.

Bill Maher opened Friday’s Real Time with a round of applause for “a semi-peaceful transition of power.” Maher also applauded the arrival of a new administration and the comic possibilities it presents. In celebration, he spent the first 90 seconds of his monologue on Joe Biden before turning back to Donald Trump jokes. The show as a whole, however, was short on jokes and long on substance.

Hollywood has taken to Twitter to voice its support for President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris as they were sworn in as the 46th President and 49th Vice President of the United States. Also capturing much attention and praise is Amanda Gorman, the youngest poet ever to speak at a presidential inauguration, and her poem “The Hill We Climb.”