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‘SNL’ Taps J.K. Simmons as Final Host of January
‘SNL’ Taps J.K. Simmons as Final Host of January
‘SNL’ Taps J.K. Simmons as Final Host of January
J. K. Simmons has been giving us ‘Whiplash’ for decades now with head-turning performances in everything from ‘Spider-Man’ to ‘The Legend of Korra,’ but with the ‘Kong: Skull Island’ star finally nominated for an Oscar, that most hallowed of New York institutions will give Simmons his due. J.K. will host the final January ‘SNL’ installment of 2015, no “jk” about it.
NBC’s ‘Heroes Reborn’ Chucks Out Zachary Levi to Lead
NBC’s ‘Heroes Reborn’ Chucks Out Zachary Levi to Lead
NBC’s ‘Heroes Reborn’ Chucks Out Zachary Levi to Lead
Just when it seemed enough time had past that NBC might simply have forgotten its ill-advised ‘Heroes’ revival ‘Heroes Reborn,’ someone went and reminded them. Following the lone casting of original series star Jack Coleman, the peacock now reports that ‘Chuck’ star Zachary Levi will lead the new incarnation of Tim Kring’s ‘Heroes’ in a major role.
‘Parks and Recreation’ Final Season Trailer Brings Drones, Karate and…Terry?
‘Parks and Recreation’ Final Season Trailer Brings Drones, Karate and…Terry?
‘Parks and Recreation’ Final Season Trailer Brings Drones, Karate and…Terry?
The future of ‘Parks and Recreation’ looks especially grim, but only by the fact that 2015 will bring us the last 13 episodes ever, rather than the spiffy-looking 2017 the characters seem to be enjoying. Drones drop off our packages, Chris Pratt has his own TV show, and more await in the first trailer for the final season of NBC’s ‘Parks and Recreation!’
NBC Cancels Cosby Comeback Sitcom Over Rape Allegations, Netflix Special Shelved
NBC Cancels Cosby Comeback Sitcom Over Rape Allegations, Netflix Special Shelved
NBC Cancels Cosby Comeback Sitcom Over Rape Allegations, Netflix Special Shelved
The ongoing firestorm against Bill Cosby has only swelled in recent weeks, as more and more allegations of rape emerge against the once-revered comedian, so it wasn’t any surprise that Netflix would opt to discard the November 28 release of a new Cosby standup special. Now, NBC has expectedly followed suit by abandoning development plans for a new Cosby sitcom for 2015.
The ‘SNL’ Jan Hooks Tribute: Bill Hader and Kristen Wiig Present ‘Love Is But a Dream’
The ‘SNL’ Jan Hooks Tribute: Bill Hader and Kristen Wiig Present ‘Love Is But a Dream’
The ‘SNL’ Jan Hooks Tribute: Bill Hader and Kristen Wiig Present ‘Love Is But a Dream’
The unfortunate and untimely death of the great Jan Hooks this past week sent the comedy world into mourning, with countless writers and comics stepping forward to pay tribute to the late 'SNL' star. It could have been easy for this week's new episode to gloss over the passing of one of their own (it is a comedy show, after all), but 'SNL' has always been a slightly class institution -- it remembers those who came before.
Think You Know ‘SNL’ Movies? Watch This Video of Facts to Pump You Up
Think You Know ‘SNL’ Movies? Watch This Video of Facts to Pump You Up
Think You Know ‘SNL’ Movies? Watch This Video of Facts to Pump You Up
These days 'SNL' movies are a bit few and far between (come on, 'MacGruber 2'!), but at least some of their success lives on with legendary classics like 'Wayne's World or 'The Blues Brothers.' There have been 11 'SNL' movies total over the course of the last 40 years, but how well do you think you know the late-night sketch comedy legend's cinematic history? Test your knowledge with the latest installment of ‘You Think You Know Movies?‘
‘Say Anything’ TV Series: Cameron Crowe “Trying to Stop” NBC Sequel – UPDATED
‘Say Anything’ TV Series: Cameron Crowe “Trying to Stop” NBC Sequel – UPDATED
‘Say Anything’ TV Series: Cameron Crowe “Trying to Stop” NBC Sequel – UPDATED
Now more than ever we've seen TV looking to classic films of the '80s and '90s for the next great small screen series idea, whether by reboot or sequel, but a proposed 'Say Anything' TV sequel may have trouble getting its boombox up in the air. NBC has begun development of a potential followup to the classic 1989 Cameron Crowe film, though Crowe is outspokenly none-too-pleased about it.
‘SNL’ Season Premiere Preview: Chris Pratt, Guardian of the Pickle Jars
‘SNL’ Season Premiere Preview: Chris Pratt, Guardian of the Pickle Jars
‘SNL’ Season Premiere Preview: Chris Pratt, Guardian of the Pickle Jars
Whether the 'SNL' shakeups of season 40 have truly come to a close or not, this Saturday will see 'Guardians of the Galaxy' and 'Parks and Recreation' star Chris Pratt kicking off the premiere in Star-Lord style. Feast your faces on seven-full minutes of promo goodness, as Chris Pratt takes the 'SNL' stage for the first time!
‘SNL’ Season 40: Darrell Hammond to Replace Don Pardo as Announcer
‘SNL’ Season 40: Darrell Hammond to Replace Don Pardo as Announcer
‘SNL’ Season 40: Darrell Hammond to Replace Don Pardo as Announcer
Of the many changes in store for the 40th season of 'SNL,' none would prove so heartbreaking as the loss of beloved announcer Don Pardo, who passed away earlier this year. No one could ever replace Pardo's distinct intonation announcing every 'SNL' installment, though the new voice of the sketch comedy series will at least be a familiar one, as distinguished alum Darrell Hammond takes the mic.
‘SNL’ Season 40 Returns Bill Hader as October Host with Musical Guest Hozier
‘SNL’ Season 40 Returns Bill Hader as October Host with Musical Guest Hozier
‘SNL’ Season 40 Returns Bill Hader as October Host with Musical Guest Hozier
Early reports on 'SNL' season 40's inaugural three hosts pegged 'Guardians of the Galaxy star Chris Pratt and comedian Sarah Silverman, though it seems reports of series alum Bill Murray were only half-right. 'SNL' has indeed tapped a legendary departed cast member for its third season 40 host, that of more recent alumni Bill Hader!
‘SNL’ Weekend Update Shakeup: ‘The Daily Show’s Michael Che Replacing Cecily Strong
‘SNL’ Weekend Update Shakeup: ‘The Daily Show’s Michael Che Replacing Cecily Strong
‘SNL’ Weekend Update Shakeup: ‘The Daily Show’s Michael Che Replacing Cecily Strong
We'd known that 'SNL' would need some additional fine-tuning after shedding some of the dead weight of season 39, but where writer Colin Jost had replaced "Weekend Update"s departed Seth Meyers alongside Cecily Strong, an unexpected shakeup has emerged. Strong will step down from the Update desk, remaining an 'SNL' regular, while 'Daily Show' correspondent and 'SNL' writer Michael Che will become Jost's new co-anchor.

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