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Watch the Emotional ‘SNL’ Reunion in ‘Will & Harper’

OLD FRIENDS

In the doc, “SNL” vets including Tina Fey, Will Ferrell, and Tim Meadows discuss their colleague Harper Steele’s expectations for her first road trip as a transgender woman.

Kevin Fallon | Published Sep 30, 2024

‘Despicable Me 4’ Proves It’s Time to Euthanize the Minions

ENOUGH!

All good things must come to an end. While they were once a hilarious novelty, the Minions are now on a cinematic reign of terror. This sequel offers nothing fresh.

Nick Schager | Published Jul 03, 2024

Every Bonkers Moment of the ‘Palm Royale’ Finale, Explained

BEHIND THE SCENES

Kristen Wiig having a musical breakdown; Ricky Martin getting murdered; a fake Richard Nixon: Director Tate Taylor breaks down every bonkers moment of the “Palm Royale” finale.

Kevin Fallon | Published May 15, 2024

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Kristen Wiig Deserves an Emmy for the ‘Palm Royale’ Finale

IS THAT ALL THERE IS?

The star’s nuanced performance of Peggy Lee’s “Is That All There Is?” while having a breakdown is a mesmerizing showcase of Wiig’s ability to dance between heartbreak and hilarity.

Emma Fraser | Published May 08, 2024

Allison Janney Crying to a Giant Whale Is Such Important TV

BEHIND THE EPISODE

This week’s “Palm Royale” featured a bonkers-sounding storyline that had its A-list cast sharing the screen with a massive, dying whale. Here’s the story behind the scenes.

Sophie Brookover | Published Apr 26, 2024

SNL Pulls Out All the Stops for Kristen Wiig’s 5-Timers Club

FIFTH TIME’S A CHARM

Wiig’s induction ceremony was a star-studded affair—even if not all of them earned the coat.

Jennifer M. Wood | Published Apr 07, 2024

Inside the Wild ‘Palm Royale’ Havana Nights Extravaganza

SHOW-STOPPER

You’ve got Kristen Wiig dressed like the Chiquita Banana lady, Ricky Martin doing the rumba, and dozens of dancing extras dressed like showgirls. Here’s how they pulled it off.

Sophie Brookover | Published Apr 03, 2024

Leslie Bibb Steals ‘Palm Royale’ Away From Kristen Wiig

STEALING THE SHOW

The Apple TV+ show’s three-episode premiere has one major takeaway: This iconic character actress is its MVP.

Coleman Spilde | Published Mar 20, 2024

‘Palm Royale’: Kristen Wiig’s Best Work Since ‘Bridesmaids’

SEE/SKIP

A guide to the week’s best and worst TV shows and movies from The Daily Beast’s Obsessed critics.

Coleman Spilde | Published Mar 19, 2024

‘Palm Royale’ Was Designed in a Lab for You to Enjoy

STAR-STUDDED

Kristen Wiig social-climbing in 1969 Florida fashion? Carol Burnett? Laura Dern? Allison Janney? Ricky Martin?! The entertaining new Apple TV+ series checks every box.

Coleman Spilde | Published Mar 18, 2024

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