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Comedians are some of the most popular artists entertaining audiences from stage to screen. Comedians can be found performing stand-up, acting in sitcoms, feature-length comedies, variety shows, writers' rooms, and many other places in the entertainment industry. From joke writing to parody and beyond, comedians are always there to make people laugh or find the humor in a dark time.
Famous Comedians: Chris Farley, Robin Williams, Amy Schumer, Jerry Seinfeld, Louis C.K., Dave Chappelle, Sarah Silverman, John Mulaney Popular Comedy Genres: Stand-up, sitcom, satire, sketch, Ventriloquism, and comedy music.

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Movies / What to Watch

Netflix Comedies for March 2024: 6 Best Comedy Movies on Netflix This Month

Netflix is adding comedies with something for everyone in March 2024. These six comedies are the best picks to stream this month.

by Matt Moore

Published on March 1, 2024

3 min read

Exclusives / TV

‘Killing It’ Stars Craig Robinson and Rell Battle Reflect on Role Challenges and Having to ‘Bring out New Weapons’ [Exclusive]

'Killing It' stars Craig Robinson and Rell Battle talk about the many dimensions within their characters and tease season 2.

by Gina Ragusa

Exclusives / TV

Claudia O’Doherty Kicks Major A** in ‘Killing It’ Season 2– Seriously [Exclusive]

Claudia O'Doherty who plays Jillian G. on Peacock's 'Killing It' said season 2 will show some very interesting sides of her character.

by Gina Ragusa

Dolly Parton Had 2 Demands When She Hosted ‘Saturday Night Live’

Dolly Parton made life easy for SNL writers when she hosted the show in 1989. She only had two demands when she came on the program.

by Emma McKee

Published on April 9, 2024

2 min read

Mike Myers Apologized to Chelsea Clinton Over Ruthless ‘SNL’ Jokes

The joke Mike Myers and Dana Carvey made on 'SNL' sketch 'Wayne's World' about Chelsea Clinton wasn't 'awesome.'

by Gina Ragusa

Why Chevy Chase Doesn’t Regret Being Fired From ‘Community’

Comedian Chevy Chase insists he didn't care about being fired from 'Community' because he didn't think the show was that funny.

by Gina Ragusa

‘Sonic the Hedgehog 3’ Doesn’t Have to Bring Back Jim Carrey (But It Should)

The ending of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 leaves Jim Carrey's involvement in the next film unclear. Here’s why the comedian should return for Sonic the Hedgehog 3.

by Robert Yaniz Jr.

TikTok star Elyse Myers in a yellow shirt and jeans posing in front of a TikTok House Party backdrop

Celebrity

Who Is TikTok Star and Mental Health Advocate Elyse Myers?

TikTok star Elyse Myers is known for her laid-back comedy and relatable content, and she has candid chats about mental health.

by Amanda Landwehr

Ken Jeong starring in ABC's TV show 'Dr. Ken'

Celebrity

Real-Life Doctor Ken Jeong Stopped His Comedy Show to Help a Woman Suffering From a Health Emergency

Here's a look at how Ken Jeong, and comedian and doctor, stopped his comedy show to help a woman with a medical emergency.

by Produced by Digital Editors

Alex Borstein and Seth MacFarlane at 'Family Guy' Comic-Con panel in San Diego, California

Celebrity

Seth MacFarlane’s College Major Helped Him Land ‘Family Guy’

Here's a look at the college education of Seth MacFarlane and how his degree might've helped him land his first big work of 'Family Guy'!

by Produced by Digital Editors

Exclusives / Movies

Jo Koy’s Sweet Connection to ‘Easter Sunday’ Star Tia Carrere – How She Inspired Him When He Was a Hotel Front Desk Clerk [Exclusive]

Tia Carrere recalled a chance meeting with Jo Koy when he was a struggling comedian, working in a hotel. She shared the advice she gave to him and he later cast her in 'Easter Sunday.'

by Gina Ragusa

Celebrity

Tracy Morgan Belts out U2’s ‘With Or Without You’ While Waiting for a Flight

Comedian Tracy Morgan was seen belting out U2's 'With Or Without You' at an Omaha airport while he waited for his flight.

by Gina Ragusa

Celebrity

Seth MacFarlane Turned Down a Role in ‘Spamalot’ on Broadway

Seth MacFarlane was once offered a role in 'Spamalot' on Broadway, but the comedian had to turn the role down.

by Produced by Digital Editors

Seth MacFarlane on 'The Kelly Clarkson Show'

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Seth MacFarlane Explains How He Ended up on ‘Gilmore Girls’

Here's the behind-the-scenes story behind how Seth MacFarlane managed to make an appearance on the long-running show of 'Gilmore Girls'.

by Kira Martin

Celebrity

How Did Comedian Bo Burnham Get Famous?

Bo Burnham is an Emmy Award-winning actor, writer, director, and songwriter — and the comedian became famous at an early age.

by Produced by Digital Editors

Dave Chappelle speaking to the students of Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, D. C.

Netflix Unexpectedly Releases Dave Chappelle Speech, ‘What’s In A Name’ — Viewers React

Find out more about what viewers are saying about the latest Netflix Dave Chappelle special from his alma mater speech at Duke Ellington.

by Rachel Hunt

LeBron James and Adam Sandler at the 'Hustle' premiere at the Regency Village in Los Angeles, California

Movies

With ‘Hustle,’ Adam Sandler Fans Think He Should Stick to Drama

Due to his knockout performance in 'Hustle,' many Adam Sandler fans think he should stick to dramatic roles in his filmmaking future!

by Christina Nunn

Exclusives / TV

Joel McHale Turned to Comedy After ‘Slow Starter’ Label in School – ‘You Don’t Realize How It Affects You’ [Exclusive]

Comedian Joel McHale, seen in hit series like 'Community' and now on 'Stargirl' said being told he was a 'slow starter' in school inspired him to turn to comedy as a way to overcome the pain of the label.

by Gina Ragusa

Tiffany Haddish arrives at the 2020 E! People's Choice Awards

Celebrity

Tiffany Haddish Says Shaving Her Hair Made Her Feel Alive

It's been about two years since Tiffany Haddish shaved her head. The actor switches up her hair but often wears it out in a wavy cropped-cut platinum blonde.

by Produced by Digital Editors

Actors Mike Farrell, Martin Sheen and James Cromwell participate in an anti-war demonstration on Hollywood Boulevard in 2003

Celebrity

Martin Sheen Is the Most Arrested Man in Hollywood

How many times has Martin Sheen been arrested? And what social issues are important to him?

by Tina Pavlik

Celebrity

Ali Wong Was Surprised at How Comfortable She Was Leaving Her Child With a Nanny

In order to get back to work in the entertainment industry, Ali Wong employed a nanny, and felt comfortable leaving her kids with the new employee.

by Victoria Koehl

Celebrity

Katt Williams Reveals That Disney Stopped Him From Quitting Comedy

Disney once helped Katt Williams continue pursuing comedy in a moment where he was thinking about quitting.

by Antonio Stallings

Net worth

Which Comedian Has the Higher Net Worth: Jordan Peele or His Wife Chelsea Peretti?

Jordan Peele and Chelsea Peretti have seen plenty of success in the entertainment industry — but which comedian has the higher net worth?

by Produced by Digital Editors

Celebrity

Adam Sandler and Sarah Silverman Have a Surprising Connection That’s Inspired Comedy Sets and Easter Eggs Throughout Their Careers

Considering New Hampshire's small population, it's unsurprising that Adam Sandler and Sarah Silverman's families' paths crossed from time to time.

by Produced by Digital Editors

Sarah Silverman May Have Been Fired Off ‘SNL’ But She Remembers It Fondly

'Saturday Night Live' is known for having an unofficial black list, and comedian Sarah Silverman is definitely on it.

by Ashley Swallow

Celebrity

Ricky Gervais Once Joked a Message From Johnny Depp and Amber Heard Looked Like a ‘Hostage’ Video

Ricky Gervais once made fun of an apology video Amber Heard put out with her ex-husband for a crime that Heard committed.

by Antonio Stallings

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