Deadline has confirmed that Byron Allen is taking another run at BET Media Group in a $3.5 billion bid sent to Paramount Global for BET and VH1. The offer followed a report that Paramount is in talks to sell BET to a management-led investor group.
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What’s CBS doing in primetime next weekend? Funny You Should Ask.
The network will air four new episodes of the comedy game show from 8-10 p.m. Saturday, December 9. Hosted by The Mole‘s Jon Kelley, the veteran syndicated series from Allen Media Group features a panel of comedians who interact with contestants for cash and laughs.
The CBS episodes will feature Byron Allen, Adam Carolla, Whitney Cummings, Vivica A. Fox, Billy Gardell, Jamie Kennedy, Natasha Leggero, Jon Lovitz, Jeff Ross and Sheryl Underwood.
“Funny You Should Ask is the perfect comedy game show for the entire family,” said Allen, founder, chairman and CEO of Allen Media Group. “The world needs laughs now more than ever.”
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Debuting in 2017 as a daily half-hour strip, Funny You Should Ask sees contestants ask the comics questions and getting funny answers. Among the many comedians who have appeared on the show during its first six-plus years are
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Anthony Anderson, Louie Anderson, Cedric the Entertainer, Margaret Cho, Dave Coulier, Bill Engvall, David Alan Grier, Kathy Griffin, Tiffany Haddish, Gabriel Iglesias, Maz Jobrani, Howie Mandel, Caroline Rhea, Jeff Ross, Sherri Shepherd, Pauly Shore, Raven-Symone, George Wallace and Jimmie “J.J.” Walker, Kym Whitley and Harland Williams.
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Deadline has confirmed that Byron Allen is taking another run at BET Media Group in a $3.5 billion bid sent to Paramount Global for BET and VH1. The offer followed a report that Paramount is in talks to sell BET to a management-led investor group.
Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Media mogul Byron Allen has renewed his attempt to acquire BET Media Group from Paramount Global — extending a $3.5 billion offer. On Tuesday, Allen, who is founder and CEO of Allen Media Group, emailed Paramount Global senior executives and board, offering $3.5 billion for BET Media Group, which includes the BET cable channel, VH1, BET Studios and streaming service BET+, sources familiar with the situation confirmed to Variety.
Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. And then there were four. Season 10 of Fox’s “The Masked Singer” airs this Wednesday, Dec.
Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large And then there were four. Season 10 of Fox’s “The Masked Singer” airs this Wednesday with finalists Donut (Group C champion), Sea Queen (Group B winner), Cow (Group A victor) and Group A “Ding Dong Keep It On” recipient Gazelle.
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Stuart Miller When Byron Allenwas just 14, he started doing stand-up comedy. Four years later, in 1979, he became the youngest comedian to appear on “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.” It was a launching pad for an entertainment career that included a stint on “Real People,” a lead role in “Case Closed,” a TV movie he co-wrote and a syndicated late-night show bearing his name. But all along, Allen had his eyes on a much bigger prize.
Tom Brady is going to be roasted at Los Angeles’ Kia Forum as part of the massive Netflix Is A Joke Festival.“Watch as Tom Brady gets his cleats held to the fire by the Roastmaster General Jeff Ross, alongside famous friends & frenemies in an unforgettable night as they try to take down the GOAT,” reads a press release for the one-off event.While we don’t know who those famous friends and frenemies will be, we do know the best way to find out is live.As of now, tickets are available for what will likely be the year’s biggest roast.At the time of publication, ticket prices start at $72 before fees on Vivid Seats.$206 before fees was the best price we found on floor seats for the arena show.Looking for a bit more information before smashing that buy button?We’ve got you covered, Brady fans…and haters.All the details you’re looking for and more about the ‘G.R.O.A.T.’ aka ‘The Greatest Roast Of All Time’ can be found below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete breakdown of all the best prices on tickets by section at the Kia Forum is here:(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and include additional fees at checkout.)Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.
Netflix is a Joke Festival is returning to Los Angeles for over 300 (!) shows spread out across 35 venues.And yes, one of your favorite comedians will probably be there.Just a few of the mega names on this year’s lineup include Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, Bill Burr, David Letterman and controversial crowd work wunderkind Matt Rife.They’ll be joined by household names John Mulaney, Jon Stewart, Kevin Hart, Seth Rogen and Sarah Silverman.Plus, seven-time Super Bowl winner Tom Brady will be on hand for ‘The Greatest Roast of All Time,’ where Jeff Ross and celebrities will poke fun fun at the former NFLer.As of now, over 100 acts have been announced for the sprawling, mega event, the first since 2022.“This is a special time for comedy, both for Netflix and the genre at large,” Robbie Praw, Netflix VP of stand-up and comedy formats, said.“In the ten years that we’ve been doing stand-up we’ve seen the art form reach levels we didn’t think possible. This festival aims to capture this moment by bringing together the world’s best comedians for an unforgettable eleven days.”And if you want to grab tickets for the show of your choosing, you can, as soon as today.Although inventory isn’t available on Ticketmaster until Friday, Dec.
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Tiffany Haddish is opening up about her arrest in Beverly Hills after falling asleep behind the wheel.
arrested on suspicion of DUI, Tiffany Haddish addressed the incident during a comedy set Friday at the Laugh Factory in Long Beach, California.According to audio obtained by TMZ, an audience member eagerly asked the “Girls Trip” star, 43, about her early Friday morning arrest in Beverly Hills. She was allegedly found asleep at the wheel while the car engine was still running.“What happened last night?” Haddish repeated as the crowd roared with delight. “Ah, damn.” “You tell me,” she continued.
Tiffany Haddish addressed her DUI incident during a comedy set Friday at the Laugh Factory in Long Beach, California.
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Tiffany Haddish was arrested in the early hours of Friday morning (November 24) for her second DUI in just under two years.