EXCLUSIVE: Amazon Freevee has picked up Icons Unearthed: Star Wars for the UK, the doc series that features the first tell-all on-camera interview with George Lucas’ former wife Marcia Lucas.
EXCLUSIVE: Amazon Freevee has picked up Icons Unearthed: Star Wars for the UK, the doc series that features the first tell-all on-camera interview with George Lucas’ former wife Marcia Lucas.
Jimmy Kimmel is no longer vacillating.
Desus & Mero are calling it quits.
Netflix released the comedy special Norm Macdonald secretly filmed before his death on May 30. The one-hour special features the last stand-up material Macdonald wrote and a discussion about the comedian from David Spade, Dave Chappelle, Conan O'Brien, David Letterman, Adam Sandler and Molly Shannon.
Will Smith feared for his career well before his now-infamous Oscars slap. The 53-year-old actor sat down for an interview with David Letterman on Netflix's , and recalled worrying about losing his career and fortune while tripping on ayahuasca, a psychoactive herbal drink with hallucinogenic properties.During the episode, which was filmed months before Smith slapped Chris Rock on the Oscars stage for making a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith's, hair, Smith admitted he was initially «terrified» to drink ayahuasca, but eventually «decided it was something that I wanted to try.»Of the effects of the drink, Smith described, «You're not hallucinating. It's like both realities are 100 percent present.
infamous Oscars slap with the seasoned talk show host, fans were in for a big disappointment to find out that the episode was filmed before March 2022 when Smith caused a stir by running up on the stage at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles and smacking Chris Rock in the face.“The episode was recorded prior to the 2022 Academy Awards ceremony,” a PSA title card read before the episode rolled.Elsewhere in the show, Smith touched upon his recent memoir, “Will,” speaking about his childhood and the contentious relationship between his father and mother.“The first line of the first chapter is, ‘I’ve always thought of myself as a coward,” Smith explained to Letterman. “When I was nine years old, I saw my father beat up my mother, and I didn’t do anything.
Ryan Reynolds pricked his ear and that poked the bear, his father. Luckily for the star, his brothers came to the rescue.The 45-year-old actor is the first guest in season 4 of David Letterman's hit Netflix talk show, , and ET has an exclusive sneak peek at the moment Reynolds recalled telling one of his brothers about how it «would be a good idea, a cool thing» to get his ears pierced when he was around 12 years old. Reynolds, who added that the pop duo Wham! may have had something to do with his interest in getting his ears pierced, said he told his brother about the idea, and right away his brother warned him things could get ugly with their dad, James.«My brother said, 'You're going to die.
she called her “the greatest comedian of all time” and thanked her for changing her life and “so many people’s lives.”“The Ellen Show” comes to an end at the end of the month. Along with McKinnon, guests will include former First Lady Michelle Obama, Jennifer Garner, Channing Tatum, Serena Williams, Zac Efron, Adam Levine, Behati Prinsloo, Gwen Stefani, David Letterman, Diane Keaton, Kim Kardashian and Portia de Rossi.You can watch the full video here.
(CNN)Of course he did. Late comedian Norm Macdonald has left audiences an opportunity to hear him tell a few more jokes.In a tribute to Macdonald for CTV News, his sister-in-law Joyce Napier (the CTV National News Ottawa bureau chief) revealed that he recorded a new hour of material before his death from cancer in September at age 61."It turns out Norm left an hour of new material behind, recorded in his apartment during the lockdown," Napier wrote. "It'll be a Netflix comedy special soon.
One final Norm Macdonald comedy special is coming to Netflix.
Netflix on May 30.The comedian, who died on September 14 aged 61 after a nine-year battle with cancer, privately shot a one-hour stand-up special the night before he went into hospital for a procedure in the summer of 2020.Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Macdonald’s longtime producing partner, Lori Jo Hoekstra, said: “His test results were not good, so during the heart of COVID-19 pandemic and literally the night before going in for a procedure, he wanted to get this on tape just in case – as he put it – things went south.“It was his intention to have a special to share if something happened.”The special was shot entirely in Macdonald’s living room in a single take, with his illness preventing him from filming the material in front of a live audience.Hoekstra said Macdonald “ended up watching it before he passed away” and suggested the title, Norm Macdonald: Nothing Special.The special will also feature clips of Adam Sandler, Conan O’Brien, Dave Chappelle, David Letterman, David Spade and Molly Shannon discussing the comedian at the recent Netflix Is A Joke festival.Macdonald was part of the Saturday Night Live cast from 1993 to 1998, where he became known as the anchor of the show’s ‘Weekend Update’ segment for three seasons.After leaving SNL, the comedian starred in 1998 film Dirty Work and his own sitcom The Norm Show from 1999 to 2001. In 2018, he received his own talk show on Netflix titled Norm Macdonald Has A Show.Paying tribute following his death, actor Jim Carrey on Twitter wrote: “He was one of our most precious gems.
Wilson Chapman editorNorm Macdonald may now be in the running for a posthumous Emmy. Netflix pulled a May surprise on Thursday, revealing that a final stand-up special from the legendary comedian, who died in September, will launch on May 30.
Showtime documentary, “Sheryl,” she chronicles the highs and lows of becoming one of the world’s top-selling female musicians. And although Crow never spectacularly crashed to rock bottom like some rockers have, she illuminates how tenuous mental health can become in the harsh light of fame, and what it was like to be an ambitious woman in music in the decades before the MeToo movement.
“My Next Guest Needs No Introduction.”Season 4 of the chat series drops on the streamer May 20.The six-episode season will also see stars such as Cardi B, Billie Eilish, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Ryan Reynolds.The last time Letterman’s show hit Netflix was in October 2020.Smith, 53, has dealt with a lot on his plate recently, being known as the guy who slapped Chris Rock on live television, and subsequently losing out on upcoming film projects — even after taking home his first Oscar.The “King Richard” star caused a dramatic scene during the 94th Academy Awards on March 27, when he ran up on the stage at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles and bopped Rock, 57, in the face.However, viewers shouldn’t expect Smith to open up about the incident during his interview with the former “Late Show” host. The episodes were filmed prior to March 2022.As a result of the “Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It” rapper’s actions, he was banned from the Oscars for 10 years.
David Letterman is back!
Ellen Pompeo finally has something to say about her former co-star Katherine Heigl‘s infamous call out about the working conditions on set of Grey’s Anatomy.
David Letterman made his return to television to help Ellen DeGeneres navigate the end of . On Monday, the former host sat with his friend and offered her some sound advice on saying goodbye. “I’m thrilled to be here, because anything I can do to help you in this moment, because it’s a bit emotional, I’m here for you, as I’ve always been,” Letterman told DeGeneres.Letterman, who ended his 30-year run as a late-night host in 2015, shared one thing he took away from his initial retirement.
David Letterman made his return to television to help Ellen DeGeneres navigate the end of . On Monday, the former host sat with his friend and offered her some sound advice on saying goodbye. “I’m thrilled to be here, because anything I can do to help you in this moment, because it’s a bit emotional, I’m here for you, as I’ve always been,” Letterman told DeGeneres.Letterman, who ended his 30-year run as a late-night host in 2015, shared one thing he took away from his initial retirement.
Most of the drama concerning the history of late-night television has been largely relegated to Jay Leno, David Letterman, and Conan O’Brien all clawing behind the scenes to host the “Tonight Show.” But, there is plenty of interesting material to explore from its quintessential former host Johnny Carson, who took the reigns from Jack Paar in 1962. A new high-profile series is in the works aiming to tackle Carson’s life.
The Ellen DeGeneres Show has announced its official end date, along with a list of final celebrity guests. On Wednesday (16 March) the talk show revealed that the last ever episode will air on 26 May. DeGeneres’ list of final special guests includes former US First Lady Michelle Obama, Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Garner, Zac Efron, Channing Tatum, Gwen Stefani, Serena Williams, Adam Levine, David Letterman, Diane Keaton, Behati Prinsloo, and Portia de Rossi.
Ellen DeGeneres will end her eponymous daytime talk show on May 26 after 19 seasons. The host of will be joined in her farewell tour by a lineup of upcoming special guests that will include Michelle Obama, Jennifer Garner, Channing Tatum, Serena Williams, David Letterman, Adam Levine, Gwen Stefani and many more.They're scheduled to make appearances during the final months leading up to the finale and will pay tribute to the trailblazing host and share their favorite memories from DeGeneres' 19 seasons.Following the finale, the show will continue to air guest host shows, compilation shows and repeats during the summer months on affiliate stations.
The countdown has begun.
Ellen DeGeneres‘ The Ellen Show is officially coming to an end and the finale date has been set.
EXCLUSIVE: After 19 seasons, Ellen DeGeneres’ very last episode as host of The Ellen DeGeneres Show will air on Thursday, May 26. A few of the more than 4,000 guests on the show are slated to return for a final visit — and walk down memory lane — in the months leading to the finale, including former First Lady Michelle Obama, Jennifer Garner, Channing Tatum, Serena Williams, Zac Efron, Adam Levine, Behati Prinsloo, Gwen Stefani, David Letterman, Diane Keaton, Kim Kardashian, and DeGeneres’ longtime partner, Portia de Rossi.
investment into a Staten Island Ferry with fellow “Saturday Night Live” cast member Colin Jost, Pete Davidson is now also dipping his hands into New York’s bar scene. Davidson, 28, joins a long list of celebrity investors behind the 19th century townhouse-turned-bar, including music producer Mark Ronson and actors Nicholas Braun, Justin Theroux and Jason Sudeikis. Dubbed Pebble Bar, the new multilevel watering hole with a secret entrance via Rockefeller Center replaces a longtime pub so frequented by “SNL” cast members they often referred to it as “Studio 1-H.” But Matt Kliegman, who is a partner investor in the space, told The Post he wanted the vibe to feel “residential” and “intimate,” despite its ritzy features and high-profile backers.
Liam Gallagher has shared a teaser of his upcoming new single ‘Everything’s Electric’ – listen to it below.Gallagher shared the post on TikTok and wrote: “‘Everything’s Electric’ Midnight Tonight, C’mon You Know.”Gallagher previously announced details of the new single last month. After teasing some “fucking massive” news on Twitter on January 19, the former Oasis frontman confirmed a day later that the track will arrive tomorrow (February 4).It’ll be the first preview of his third solo album ‘C’mon You Know’, which is out on May 22.You can listen to the clip here, which Gallagher shared along with a short video.EVERYTHING’S ELECTRIC MIDNIGHT TONIGHT.
David Letterman is back on ! The 74-year-old comedian appeared on Tuesday's episode of the show he originated 40 years ago to the day, and told its current host, Seth Meyers, about what he felt leading up to the 1982 premiere.«What was I consumed by? Paralytic fear,» Letterman quipped, before explaining that his worry about the premiere was due to his failed NBC morning show, , which lasted for just weeks in 1980. «We had blown up the NBC daytime schedule a year previously. We had a show, a lot of us had a show, that we thought was just great,» Letterman explained. «It was on for 90 minutes live, nine to 10:30 a.m.
said in a video, as the crowd cheered and applauded.Letterman, who hosted the NBC show from its very beginning in 1982, departed in 1993 to host CBS’ “Late Show,” which is currently hosted by Stephen Colbert.Prior to his stint at CBS, Letterman was vying to host “The Tonight Show” in 1993 upon former host Johnny Carson’s departure. But much to his dismay, competing show host Jay Leno snatched the coveted spot instead, prompted Letterman’s exit from “Late Night.”The 74-year-old late night talk show veteran left CBS’ “Late Show” in 2015, announcing a retirement from television, only returning to the screen for his own Netflix series “My Next Guest Needs No Introduction” in 2018.Throughout his more than 30 years in his late show career, Letterman’s quirky charm and anti-humor earned him brownie points with his audience, landing him amongst the most well-known talk show hosts.
David Letterman will celebrate the 40th anniversary of NBC‘s Late Night with Seth Meyers on Feb. 1. Late Night With David Letterman premiered on the same date in 1982.
Liam Gallagher has hinted that an Oasis deep cut could make a return to his live solo set.Gallagher told a fan on Twitter today (January 24) that he’d like to return ‘I Can See A Liar’ – from 2000’s ‘Standing On The Shoulder Of Giants’ – to his live shows.One of Gallagher’s fans asked: “If you could sing an Oasis song that you haven’t sung in several years, what song would it be?”Gallagher replied: “‘I Can See A Liar’ is tickling my maltesesrs [sic] these days.”The song was performed only handful of times by Oasis, the last time being on The Late Show With David Letterman back in May 2000.I can see a liar is tickling my maltesesrs these days— Liam Gallagher (@liamgallagher) January 24, 2022Last week, Gallagher announced details of a new single called ‘Everything’s Electric’.After teasing some “fucking massive” news on Twitter last week (January 19), the former Oasis frontman confirmed a day later that the track will arrive on February 4. It’ll be the first preview of his third solo album ‘C’mon You Know’, which is out on May 22.
Netflix has announced Dave Chappelle will perform at the Netflix Is A Joke comedy festival, following the backlash to his recent special The Closer.The festival, delayed from last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will take place across 25 venues in Los Angeles from April 29 to May 8, 2022.Other comedians on the line-up include Amy Schumer, Tina Fey, Wanda Sykes, Jerry Seinfeld, David Letterman, Chris Rock, Ali Wong, Hasan Minhaj, Pete Davidson, Kevin Hart, Seth Rogen, Conan O’Brien and Ronny
Dave Chappelle is teaming up with Netflix.
After four years, the Kennedy Center Honors finally had the President of the United States attend the yearly ceremony honoring icons from the entertainment world. WhenDavid Letterman, 74, kicked off the 44th annual ceremony, he celebrated the fact that President Joe Biden, 79, and First Lady Jill Biden, 70, attended the event on Sunday November 5, after former President Donald Trump, 75, had forgone the ceremony for his entire presidency.
Alan Kalter was the longtime announcer for “Late Show with David Letterman.”Kalter took over as “Late Show” announcer in 1995, when previous announcer Bill Wendell retired. He was Letterman’s first and only choice for the job, and he remained with the show until Letterman’s retirement in 2015.
David Letterman is mourning the death of Alan Kalter, who he worked with for 20 years on The Late Show. Alan died at the age of 78 at Stamford Hospital in Connecticut. His death was confirmed by his wife, Peggy Kalter, although the family did not disclose the cause of death. Alan started working on The Late Show in 1995 and worked as an announcer and comic on the show until David left in 2015.
David Letterman's longtime announcer on the , has died. He was 78.
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