Conan O’Brien To Receive Mark Twain Prize At Star-Studded Kennedy Center Gala Conan O’Brien To Receive Mark Twain Prize At Star-Studded Kennedy Center Gala
Conan O’Brien To Receive Mark Twain Prize At Star-Studded Kennedy Center Gala Conan O’Brien is getting the last laugh — and this time, it comes with a spot in comedy’s hall of fame. The legendary late-night host and comedy trailblazer will receive the 26th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor during a star-studded gala at the Kennedy Center in DC on Sunday, March 23, officials announced. The prestigious prize, named after the iconic American satirist Samuel Clemens (aka Mark Twain), honors individuals who have made a lasting impact on American society through humor.  O’Brien joins a stacked lineup of past recipients that includes George Carlin, David Letterman, …
No Joke: Bill Maher, Once Sued by Trump, To Meet President At White House Thanks To Kid Rock No Joke: Bill Maher, Once Sued by Trump, To Meet President At White House Thanks To Kid Rock
No Joke: Bill Maher, Once Sued by Trump, To Meet President At White House Thanks To Kid Rock Comedian and political commentator Bill Maher, a longtime critic of Donald Trump and once sued by him, says he’s heading to the White House for a meeting with the president, arranged by none other than Kid Rock. Maher made the announcement on his “Club Random” podcast, released Sunday, March 23, during a conversation with fellow comedian and podcaster Andrew Schulz. “Kid Rock was here a couple of weeks ago, and he said, ‘I want you to meet Trump.’ He said, ‘I’m gonna take you to the White House,’” Maher recalled, via Yahoo News. “So, now we’re gonna do that.” Maher did not reveal a date fo…
Get Your Flick Fix Before They're Gone: These Titles Leave Netflix In April Get Your Flick Fix Before They're Gone: These Titles Leave Netflix In April
Get Your Flick Fix Before They're Gone: These Titles Leave Netflix In April Time’s running out to catch some of your favorite binge-worthy titles before they vanish. Netflix will lose a slate of popular shows and films at the end of the month, including major hits like “Interstellar,” giving viewers just days to stream them before they’re gone. We’ve all logged on to our favorite streaming site to check out a beloved movie or new release, only to find it pulled from the digital shelves. Streaming services license films and television shows for limited periods, and sometimes remove titles to cut costs or make room for new content. This April, expect a major shake-up…
Oscar Winner Mikey Madison, Jack Black, Jon Hamm Tapped As 'SNL' Hosts Oscar Winner Mikey Madison, Jack Black, Jon Hamm Tapped As 'SNL' Hosts
Oscar Winner Mikey Madison, Jack Black, Jon Hamm Tapped As 'SNL' Hosts Mikey Madison, Jack Black and Jon Hamm have been announced as the next three hosts of "Saturday Night Live." Coming up next! Posted by Saturday Night Live on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 Madison, who recently won Best Actress at the Academy Awards for her role as a stripper in "Anora", will be hosting for the first time on Saturday, March 29. While this is her first time on "SNL", Heidi Gardner impersonated her Anora character in a skit last year. Madison will be joined by Morgan Wallen as the musical guest. Black will be hosting for the fourth time on Saturday, April 5, but the …
Alec Baldwin Threatens Trump Impersonator Over On-Set Shooting Joke: 'I'd Snap Your F-ing Neck' Alec Baldwin Threatens Trump Impersonator Over On-Set Shooting Joke: 'I'd Snap Your F-ing Neck'
Alec Baldwin Threatens Trump Impersonator Over On-Set Shooting Joke: 'I'd Snap Your F-ing Neck' Actor Alec Baldwin didn’t take kindly to a comedian’s goading over the on-set shooting that killed his friend and cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The 66-year-old Baldwin could be heard threatening comedian Jason Scoop, a stand-up comedian and YouTuber known for his impressions of President Donald Trump, who joked about the incident in a tense video uploaded Monday, Feb. 24. In the clip, Scoop–while impersonating Trump–approaches Baldwin as he loads luggage into an SUV and mockingly offers him a pardon for “murdering” Hutchins if Baldwin kisses his ring. “Kiss the ring, Alec. Kiss the big…
SNL's Joe Piscopo Returns Home To North Jersey For Book Signing SNL's Joe Piscopo Returns Home To North Jersey For Book Signing
SNL's Joe Piscopo Returns Home To North Jersey For Book Signing As "Saturday Night Live" celebrates its 50th anniversary, former cast member Joe Piscopo, a North Jersey native, is ready to tell his story. Piscopo, who was born in Passaic and grew up in North Caldwell, is signing copies of his new book, "Average Joe: The Memoirs of a Blue-Collar Entertainer" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 6 p.m. In the book, Piscopo talks about getting started in the New York standup scene where he befriended Jerry Seinfeld, Larry David and Gilbert Gottfried, according to a synopsis.  On SNL, he made millions laugh with his skits with Eddie Murph…
Amy Schumer Pulls Off Ultimate Halftime Surprise With Knicks City Dancers Amy Schumer Pulls Off Ultimate Halftime Surprise With Knicks City Dancers
Amy Schumer Pulls Off Ultimate Halftime Surprise With Knicks City Dancers Amy Schumer brought the laughs—and the moves—to Madison Square Garden on Saturday, Feb. 1, when she jumped in with the Knicks City Dancers for a surprise halftime performance. The comedian, 43, recreated the legendary dance scene from her 2015 rom-com "Trainwreck," starring Bill Hader, much to the delight of the crowd during the game against the Los Angelos Lakers. In a video posted to Instagram, Schumer looks mock-shocked as Billy Joel’s "Uptown Girl" starts playing. Moments later, two dancers pull her onto the court, where she enthusiastically busts out high kicks, hip swivels, and all th…
Live From Newark: Tina Fey, Amy Poehler Performing At Prudential Center Live From Newark: Tina Fey, Amy Poehler Performing At Prudential Center
Live From Newark: Tina Fey, Amy Poehler Performing At Prudential Center Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are ready to make Newark laugh.  The comedy duo, who starred on "Saturday Night Live" and in the movies "Mean Girls," "Baby Mama" and "Sisters" will be bringing their Restless Leg tour to the Prudential Center in Newark on Sunday, June 22 at 6 p.m. Tickets for the show go on sale Friday, January 31, at 10 a.m. at TinaAmytour.com. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Beacon Theatre (@beacontheatre) The tour began in 2023 and is a celebration of the former Weekend Update co-anchors 30 years of friendship with a…
Golden Globes: NJ Talent Shines With Multiple Wins Golden Globes: NJ Talent Shines With Multiple Wins
Golden Globes: NJ Talent Shines With Multiple Wins New Jersey was well-represented at this year’s Golden Globe Awards/ Several Garden State natives and alumni took home top honors in some of the night’s biggest categories at the Sunday, Jan. 5 event hosted by Nikki Glaser. Zoe Saldaña, a Passaic native, won Best Supporting Actress for her performance in Netflix's "Emilia Pérez." The role has been widely praised as one of her most dynamic yet. Sebastian Stan, a Rutgers University graduate, earned the award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for his role in "A Different Man." Stan was also nominated in the Best Actor in a…
'Jackass' Legend Steve-O Hits NJ For One-Night-Only Show: Expect The Unexpected 'Jackass' Legend Steve-O Hits NJ For One-Night-Only Show: Expect The Unexpected
'Jackass' Legend Steve-O Hits NJ For One-Night-Only Show: Expect The Unexpected Steve-O, the iconic daredevil and comedy star from MTV's Jackass, is making his way to New Jersey for a one-night-only performance on his Super Dummy Tour. The show will take place Monday, Nov. 25, at the Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at the Basie Center Campus, located at 99 Monmouth St. in Red Bank. Tickets range from $32.75 to $52.75 and are available now. Best known for his over-the-top stunts and fearless antics on "Jackass," Steve-O has since become a global entertainment icon, combining his wild energy with stand-up comedy to deliver a truly unique performance. Fans in Monm…
Central Jersey EMTs To Appear On 'Impractical Jokers' In Show's 'Biggest Double Cross' Central Jersey EMTs To Appear On 'Impractical Jokers' In Show's 'Biggest Double Cross'
Central Jersey EMTs To Appear On 'Impractical Jokers' In Show's 'Biggest Double Cross' Some Middlesex County paramedics will help the "Impractical Jokers" pull off a highly anticipated prank on the hit TV show. Old Bridge Township Emergency Medical Services posted on Facebook about their cameo on the TBS show that will air on Thursday, Sept. 26. "Any "Impractical Jokers" fans out there in our community, be sure to check out tonight's midseason finale," the emergency provider wrote. "Your Old Bridge EMS is featured and playing a huge role in helping pull a prank on one of the guys!" The paramedics shared a screenshot from the Instagram account of James Murray, a com…
Just Tap It In... Extras Wanted For 'Happy Gilmore 2' Filming On Jersey Shore Just Tap It In... Extras Wanted For 'Happy Gilmore 2' Filming On Jersey Shore
Just Tap It In... Extras Wanted For 'Happy Gilmore 2' Filming On Jersey Shore You could be seen alongside Happy Gilmore or Shooter McGavin when the golf comedy's highly anticipated sequel films in Monmouth County! "Happy Gilmore 2" is looking for extras for scenes recorded in Atlantic Highlands, according to a listing on Backstage. Scenes will be shot on Monday, Sept. 16. The film's crew said it wants men 18 and older to play 1990s golf tournament fans. Extras shouldn't have "super modern hairstyles" and should wear nondescript golfing or casual clothing. The non-Screen Actors Guild background rate pays $176 for 10 hours. The sequel to Adam Sandler's 1996…