February 2011
I’m very fortunate to have the success in stand-up. But if my life never had...
– Duly noted, Jim Gaffigan.
Read more of our chat with the comedian (who’s currently in The Championship Season on Broadway), including his thoughts on dude-bonding and the Midwest.
(via timeoutnewyork)
Exclusive! 'Lost' star Josh Holloway, a.k.a.... →
entertainmentweekly:
Geekiest, awesomest news ever?
Son of a bitch.
Farrelly Brothers Planning an Authentic ‘Dumb and... →
This Week on The Daily Show: Howard Stern
For the first time since 2005 (seen here), Howard Stern returns to The Daily Show tonight to talk about the future of satel—BABA BOOEY! BABA BOOEY! BABA BOOEY!
funnyordie:
RoboCop Speaks to Detroit
RoboCop (Peter Weller) is totally pumped about Detroit’s plan to build a monument to him.
Elton John to Host/Musical Guest SNL April 2nd →
-saturdaynightlive:
It was revealed last night that Elton John will host SNL on April 2 and will also serve as musical guest. The news was revealed at Elton John’s Oscar viewing party, held in Hollywood last night. The party included a live auction to benefit the Elton John AIDS Foundation and among the items offered was VIP access for two to SNL’s April 2 show and cast after-party, courtesy of...
ifc:
bbook:
A Monologue About Lasers by Jason Sudeikis
Marry me.
Man crush.
atomcomedy:
Beatboxing superstar Rahzel and American Idol’s Rahzel join up to drop some beats about the Oscar-nominated flick “The Social Network”
Joel McHale Joins Seth MacFarlane's 'Ted' |... →
Judging by the roars of laughter and applause throughout the first performance,...
– Adam Markovitz’s report from the first preview performance of The Book of Mormon. (via entertainmentweekly)
funnyordie:
Lewis on Film: Oscar Edition
Richard Lewis gives you his opinions about this year’s Academy Awards nominees.
‘The Three Stooges’ Casting Search Continues;... →
mattbraunger:
popculturebrain:
Those sound good.
I got a directors’ callback for the role of “Larry.” No BS.
This says more about my looks than my talent, I think. :)
The Comedy Store: A Quick Interview with The... →
thecomedystore:
We recently had the chance to speak with the Roast Master General Himself, Jeffrey Ross, a day before his SOLD OUT “Roast In Peace” Special here at The Comedy Store…
Comedy Store: What about The Comedy Store keeps you coming back here, as opposed to other clubs?
Jeffrey Ross: It’s a safe…
Chelsea Handler to play her own older sister in... →
Colbert on the Failed Attempt to Take Down Anonymous
While talking to Glenn Greenwald about Anonymous and the HB Gary debacle on last night’s Colbert Report, Stephen very briefly had a Guy Fawkes mask super-imposed over his face.
Skip to 3:23 to see for yourself. And click through to watch the preceding segment.
Neil Hamburger and Todd Barry Team Up For Spring... →
ifc:
PEOPLE OF THE MIDWEST: please go to this show and send me a very descriptive email about how amazing it was. Be as hyperbolic as possible. Thanks.
brooklynmutt:
CNN’s Howard Kurtz talks to the masterminds behind the Onion News Network.
Trey Parker and Matt Stone: 'Spider-Man: Turn Off...
entertainmentweekly:
“It’s horrible,” says Trey Parker of the problem-plagued mega-musical. “I don’t think there’s any bombshell in us saying Spider-Man sucks. Nobody thinks it’s good.”
Adds Matt Stone: “Obviously, art is subjective. But not in that case. That’s just not good.”
When reached for comment, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark spokesperson Rick Miramontez replied with the following...
Jon Stewart’s Extended and Uncensored Interview with Donald Rumsfeld
Click through for parts 2 and 3.
‘The Three Stooges’ Casting Search Continues;... →
popculturebrain:
Those sound good.
Kristen Schaal - 2011 Oscar Ballot - NYTimes.com →
Spoiler alert: She picked Poster Girl for Documentary Short Subject.
mental_floss Blog » Facts of Interest! Things You Didn’t Know About Futurama Characters
Matt Groening bestowed his main character with the name Phillip in honor of the late Phil Hartman, who had a long history with The Simpsons as Troy McClure and other characters. He was going to join up with Groening again for Futurama, but Hartman was killed by his wife before the show started.
Mitchell Hurwitz Sets Up 'Boss of It All' at... →
popculturebrain:
Not Arrested Development movie.
Morgan Murphy, Kristen Schaal, more headline Women... →
Larry King, Stand-Up Comedian? - NYTimes.com
Mr. King, who stepped down in December after 25 years as the host of CNN’s “Larry King Live,” will begin a national tour of a new autobiographical show, called “Larry King: Standing Up,” in the spring.
Hear Tina Fey Sing Her Fake Joni Mitchell Song
Turns out the song playing in the background at the fake bar on 30 Rock is amazing.
Demetri Martin: “Who Am I?” : The New Yorker
I am concepts and thoughts and feelings and outfits. And I am each of these all at once, unless I am in the shower. Then I am not outfits, because that would be uncomfortable.
To some I am known as Chief. And these are usually people who work in Radio Shack or try to sell me shoes. To others I am known as Buddy. These are people who dwell in...
atomcomedy:
The ladies of “Dum Dum Interactive” do a great job of living up to their namesake. Unfortunately, that’s the only job they seem to do well.