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Comedian George Wallace Reveals Bombshell Johnny Carson Beef

THE LAST LAUGH

The comedy veteran and star of Norman Lear’s final sitcom discusses what he hopes MAGA nation takes away from his new show—and shares some unflattering memories about Johnny Carson.

Matt Wilstein | Published Mar 05, 2025

Colbert’s ‘Melania 2.0’ Gloats Over Jeff Bezos’ $40M Check

WHAT, ME CASH IN?

The fake Melania also told Colbert she “had a great talk with Elon Musk about eliminating federal jobs—hopefully starting with first lady.”

Matt Wilstein | Published Mar 04, 2025

Conan Roasts Oscars Pariah Karla Sofía Gascón to Her Face

OUCH

The controversial star of “Emilia Pérez” was forced to sit in the audience and take it after skipping out on most of awards season.

Matt Wilstein | Published Mar 02, 2025

Oscars Legend Tells All—Including Hardest Host to Work With

THE LAST LAUGH

The man who spent more than two decades writing for the Oscars spills all of his secrets about what it was like to work with some very famous hosts.

Matt Wilstein | Published Feb 26, 2025

Dana Carvey’s Reason for Skipping ‘SNL50’ Revealed

NOT GONNA DO IT

The former cast member’s absence was especially notable given his recent presence on the show as Joe Biden.

Matt Wilstein | Published Feb 19, 2025

‘SNL’ Writer Spills Secrets About ‘Weekend Update’

THE LAST LAUGH

Comedian Rosebud Baker talks about writing zingers for Colin Jost and Michael Che and reveals why she believes motherhood is “so much darker than death.”

Matt Wilstein | Published Feb 19, 2025

All the Huge Celebrity Cameos in ‘SNL50’ Anniversary Special

ISN’T THAT SPECIAL?

Steve Martin! Kim Kardashian! Lorne Michaels called in every single one of his very famous friends for “Saturday Night Live’s” 50th anniversary special.

Matt Wilstein | Published Feb 16, 2025

Whoopi Goldberg Reveals Why She Turned Down Hosting ‘SNL’

NOPE

The comedian-turned-moderator of “The View” shared her story on the red carpet for SNL50.

Matt Wilstein | Published Feb 16, 2025

‘Seinfeld’s’ Real Elaine Spills a Lifetime of Comedy Secrets

THE LAST LAUGH

The comedian who helped inspire Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ “Seinfeld” character discusses her resurgent career, from winning her first Emmy for “Hacks” to writing jokes for Conan O’Brien’s upcoming Oscars ceremony.

Matt Wilstein | Published Feb 05, 2025

Reese Witherspoon Addresses ‘Falling Out’ With Kate Winslet

‘SO SILLY’

The actress clearly felt she had no choice but to attempt damage control in the face of very loud rumors.

Matt Wilstein | Published Feb 03, 2025

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