Former President Barack Obama is reconnecting with an old friend. On Friday, the 60-year-old politician shared a video on his Instagram page of his reunion with new high school graduate Jacob Philadelphia.
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relied in part on treatises from English jurist Henry de Bracton written in the 13th century to lay out the case for overturning Roe v. Wade, so “SNL” traveled back to the time period to single out the ridiculousness of using that era to relate to women’s rights in 2022.The cold open found Benedict Cumberbatch (a host in a somewhat rare cold open appearance) and “SNL” cast members James Austin Johnson and Andrew Dismukes playing men in the 13th century discussing banning abortion.
“Don’t you think we should make a law against it?” Cumberbatch’s character asks the two men, with one of them replying, “You mean like the law we have against pointy shoes?”The conversation continued to point to the progress society has made since the 13th century, with references to terrible haircuts and a lack of toilets and doors. Cumberbatch’s character then asks the other two men to keep the discussion quiet, saying, “The worst thing that could happen is if someone leaks this conversation to the town crier.”It’s at this point that a woman, played by Cecily Strong, walks in, saying, “I was outside watching the sheriff throw left-handed children into the river.” She is seen trying, unsuccessfully, to persuade the men not to ban abortion, asking why they’re so obsessed with this particular issue.“We still have maternity leave,” Cumberbatch’s character replies, adding, “When you’re done with 20 years of continuous maternity, you can leave.”The sketch ended with a character played by Kate McKinnon entering the room, saying she’s had a vision of the future where things get better.
Former President Barack Obama is reconnecting with an old friend. On Friday, the 60-year-old politician shared a video on his Instagram page of his reunion with new high school graduate Jacob Philadelphia.
Former President Barack Obama is reconnecting with an old friend. On Friday, the 60-year-old politician shared a video on his Instagram page of his reunion with new high school graduate Jacob Philadelphia. The two first met in 2009, when Jacob was visiting the Oval Office with his dad, former National Security Council staffer Carlton Philadelphia.
Strictly stars James and Ola Jordan recently jetted off to Turkey with their daughter Ella, three, and whilst away the family discovered the infant takes just after her mum and dad.MORE: Exclusive: James and Ola Jordan's emotional farewell with grandparents and toddler Ella – watch videoPosting to his Instagram feed on Wednesday, James shared a wonderful video of Ola helping Ella out of her buggy after she asked to "dance" to a DJ playing at the Rixos Premium Tekirova where they are staying.WATCH: Strictly's James and Ola Jordan's daughter Ella takes after dancer parentsCaptioning the post, the father-of-one said: "Precious memories made on this holiday with @olajordan and Ella," with a red love heart.SEE: Ola and James Jordan's heartache as daughter Ella battles separation anxietyREAD: James and Ola Jordan reveal toddler Ella's tough day: 'She was distraught'In the video, Ella can be heard saying " Dance… daddy dance!". The exciting clip also captures the glamorous details of the lavish resort, including a chic pebble firepit, stunning cherry blossom trees and floral decorations.Ella enjoying watching the flamingos with her dadFans couldn't believe how much the little one resembled her parents in the clip.
her final appearance as a regular cast member, “SNL” opened with a cold open sketch featuring Rafferty once again escalating how gross and explicit she gets describing what happened to her. And yes, as always it was hilarious.In this installment, the government agents questioning abductees were once again played by Aidy Bryant and Mikey Day, while McKinnon’s fellow abductees were once again played by Cecily Strong and the show’s host, in this case Natasha Lyonee.As always, they joke is that two of the alien abductees had a remarkably easy time during their abductions, with the experience being either fun or just spiritually profound.
Among the many homes, apartments and flats up for sale in Greater Manchester, there are a fair few properties that tend to catch the eyes of several house hunters. Whether it be ultra-modern new build homes or traditional houses that hold a lot of character, there are a variety of unique properties currently up for grabs.
Cynthia Littleton Business EditorJimmy Kimmel had zingers aplenty for companies across the TV spectrum at Disney’s upfront presentation on Tuesday, even though a positive COVID test kept the late-night host from appearing in person.As always, Kimmel didn’t hold back at his bosses in his 10-minute standup bit that was beamed in live to the event held in a giant tent at Manhattan’s Pier 36. He noted that he’s been doing his much-anticipated comedy bits for 19 years.
Phillip Schofield made a small dig at Victoria Beckham on This Morning earlier on today after the former Spice Girl said the desire to be very thin was now an “old fashioned attitude”.
Sasha and Malia Obama reunited in Los Angeles, and to celebrate, the famous sisters threw their arms in the air and showed their happy dance. Sasha patiently waited for her big sister outside of the LAX.
Alan Partridge has poked fun at Piers Morgan’s struggling TV ratings.Steve Coogan’s beloved comedy character took aim at the former Good Morning Britain presenter and his new show in a speech at the TV BAFTAs.“Hello, I’m Alan Partridge,” the comedian began, saying: “Here to commemorate 75 years alongside this fella,”lifting up the BAFTA award.“Yep, it’s the BAFTA trophy,” he added. “A face I affectionately call the TV commissioner because he’s one-eyed, brainless and couldn’t crack a smile if he wanted to.”Apologising for his absence in person, Partridge said: “Sadly I can’t be with you, because I’m on a nationwide tour, performing in person each night to an audience bigger than Piers Morgan gets on the actual telly.”He added: “But the good thing about Piers is it doesn’t bother him.Take a look at the full speech here:A post shared by Alan Partridge (@alanpartridge_aha)Alan Partridge returned for a second series of This Time With Alan Partridge last year.In a four-star review, NME wrote: “Sharp, funny and toe-curlingly cringeworthy in the way that only Alan can be, This Time‘s return is a comforting continuation of the Norfolk celeb’s recent revival.
Barack Obama is showing off his beautiful family in celebration of Mother’s Day.On Sunday, May 8, the former President of the United States took to social media to wish his beloved wife, Michelle Obama, a Happy Mother’s Day. In the post, he honored the mother of his children--Malia Obama, 23, and Sasha Obama, 20, complimenting her skills as a mother while and praised her undeniable impact on the world.
Benedict Cumberbatch is back!
Benedict Cumberbatch and a number of “Saturday Night Live” stars took a political stand during the closing moments of the new episode over the weekend.
Cynthia Littleton Business Editor“Saturday Night Live” host Benedict Cumberbatch dove right in to the action in his second time out as host, appearing in the cold open sketch that took aim at the Supreme Court’s move on abortion rights and the spectacle of the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation trial.Cumberbatch appeared in a 13th century sword-and-sandals costume, complete with a Prince Valiant wig, as he and two others sitting in a castle debated how to govern women’s reproductive rights. The sketch opened with a voice-over and text scroll that made reference to Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito’s citation of a 17th century British law as a justification for curbing rights protected for a half-century by the landmark 1973 Roe v.
Saturday Night Live opened with something a little different: The show went back to the 13th Century to mockSupreme Court Justice Samuel Alito’s leaked draft opinion that overturns Roe V. Wade.
Instagram cleaning sensation Mrs Hinch cheered with delight as her son Lennie took his first steps in a heartwarming video shared with fans on Instagram. The adorable clip shows Mrs Hinch, real name Sophie Hinchliffe, and her husband Jamie, cheering and clapping as baby Lennie took his first unsteady steps across the garden and into their arms.The video also showed Lennie, who turns one this month, tottering over to the couple’s oldest son Ronnie, aged two, who held his arms out to catch his little brother with a beaming smile on his face. “Tonight 05.05.22 our little Lennie has taken his first steps,” Mrs Hinch wrote alongside the heartwarming video.
Phoebe Bridgers shared intimate news with fans in the wake of Politico’s release of a draft by Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito that would strike down Roe v. Wade. On Tuesday, the “Savior Complex” singer tweeted out her abortion story.
As early as 10 pm ET, crowds were gathering outside of the Supreme Court in Washington D.C.
J. Kim Murphy The Supreme Court has privately voted to overturn Roe v. Wade, striking down the case that has guaranteed basic abortion rights in the U.S.