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40th anniversary special in 2015.The “Bridesmaids” star, 51, had to don the comedian’s iconic plaid jacket and green tie from his recurring character of motivational speaker Matt Foley, who is divorced and “lives in a van down by the river” and first appeared in a sketch in 1993.Farley passed away due to an overdose in December 1997.McCarthy recently dished to Andy Cohen on his SiriusXM radio show about how she felt wearing Farley’s costume for a skit.“It was really his jacket and they just kind of, like, clipped it back,” McCarthy said. “And they’re like, ‘We’re gonna take it in, but we don’t wanna damage it. And we’re gonna do all this.'” She also noted that it was “really wild” for everyone to see her as the late funnyman in his clothes — though the experience “rattled” her.

Melissa McCarthy felt immense pressure wearing the late Chris Farley’s jacket on Global’s “Saturday Night Live”.

Melissa McCarthy is dishing on her role as Ursula in the upcoming live-action The Little Mermaid – Just Jared Jr Johnny Depp is releasing new NFT art featuring daughter Lily-Rose – DListed Nick Cannon is having a vasectomy…kind of – Egotastic Harry Styles fans are going to want to see this! – Just Jared Jr

Melissa McCarthy is reminding fans of Andrew Garfield’s many claims that he wasn’t going to be appearing in “Spider-Man: No Way Home”, only to later have to eat his words when he actually was in the movie, reprising his iteration of Peter Parker alongside fellow Spidey Tobey Maguire.

On the heels of the newly announced Ghostbusters toon series in the works at Netfilx comes word of an animated feature based on the 38-year-old IP.

Clayton Davis Twenty-one individuals took turns gracing the stage of Studio 1A to host a week of the long-running “Saturday Night Live.” The 47th season seemed to be middle-of-the-road compared to former years, but the dominant showing of male performers in contrast to the female ones seemed to stick out more so this time around.The newest season kicked off in October with Owen Wilson, followed by Kim Kardashian. Eight celebrities took the “SNL” stage before Christmas break, and the only other woman to host during that period was Billie Eilish, who also served as the musical guest.

Melissa McCarthy is looking back at her time shooting with particular fondness!McCarthy recently sat down with ET's Nischelle Turner — alongside her cousin and HGTV co-star Jenna Perusich — to promote her new HGTV series, and she opened up about the seemingly bittersweet experience of wrapping filming on the long-awaited live-action remake.«I was so sad when it ended,» McCarthy shared. «That whole world, every single thing about it, from getting to work with [director] Rob Marshall to, like, every single part of that was like a like a wonderful dream that I did not want to wake up from.»McCarthy — who played the evil sea witch Ursula in the film -- added that some of her favorite highlights included «singing with an orchestra and [doing] things that I never have gotten to do in my life.»«And she's such an incredible villain,» McCarthy added.«She's iconic!» Perusich chimed in.«It was just a thrill. It was an absolute thrill,» McCarthy marveled.Meanwhile, McCarthy's equally excited about her new project with Perusich, , where the pair renovate homes for deserving people who have made a difference in the lives of those around them.According to the celebrated comic actress, the heartwarming show is meant to celebrate «remarkable people» whose «day-to-day life is just giving.»«Giving everything they have to other people.

EXCLUSIVE: Philly D.A., the docuseries from PBS’ Independent Lens that shines a light on Larry Krasner, who fought the city’s district attorney’s office as a civil rights lawyer for 30 years before he was elected to the position himself, has won a Peabody Award.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeHBO Max’s “Hacks” is the latest entertainment series to be honored by the Peabody Awards, which announced the win on Tuesday morning.“When they’re together taking on all things comedy and feminism, ‘Hacks’ crackles with wit and truly sings,” Melissa McCarthy said in her presentation to the show.Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, in association with Paulilu, First Thought Productions, Fremulon Productions and 3 Arts Entertainment, are behind the show.“HBO Max’s Hacks became a word-of-mouth hit thanks to the brilliantly funny intergenerational pairing of Jean Smart as standup legend Deborah Vance and Hannah Einbinder as Ava Daniels, the desperate young comedy writer sent to freshen up Deborah’s act,” the org said in its statement honoring the show. “Created by ‘Broad City’ writers Lucia Aniello, Paul W.

FX’s breakout series Reservation Dogs, Hulu’s limited series Dopesick and socially impactful content from PBS, Netflix, NPR and Vice News are among the first winners of the 2022 Peabody Awards, which are being rolled out this week.

Jack Black performed a number of somersaults as he took home the Comedic Genius Award at this year’s MTV Movie & TV Awards.The actor and comedian picked up the honour at last night’s (June 5) show, making an entrance after Awkwafina introduced him.“He’s actually so much more than the guy that makes us laugh till we cry,” she said. “He’s also a giant gamer, a facial hair aficionado, a Grammy winner and the only person whose Instagram actually makes you feel better about yourself because he’s one of the nicest guys on the planet.”Black then came on stage as he performed two somersaults and played to the crowd, joking as he picked up the trophy: “Oh my god! I need a little blast of oxygen.“Comedic genius, c’mon are you kidding? For what?” he quipped.

Jack Black made quite the entrance as he accepted the Comedic Genius Award at the 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards Sunday.

Jack Black has been known as a comedic genius for quite some time, but now it's official! The actor was honored Sunday with the MTV Movie & TV Comedic Genius Award and his speech was equal parts hilarious and sentimental. As a nod to his iconic  role, Black somersaulted onto the stage in a full panda costume. “I don’t deserve this but I will take it,” Black said, prompting overwhelming applause from the crowd. The actor went on to jokingly question why he would be receiving the Comedic Genius award, «Are you kidding? For what? my sweet dance moves on TikTok? What are we talking about? It’s ridiculous!” he said.Then Black emotionally thanked his fans and family who got him to this point. “Thank you, MTV.

fifth recipient of the honor, joining previous honorees Melissa McCarthy, Kevin Hart, Will Ferrell and Sacha Baron Cohen. A consummate actor, he will reprise his cherished role as Po in Netflix’s spinoff series “Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight,” currently in postproduction.

They’re “all in!” Throughout Gilmore Girls’ tenure, eager fans watched lovable grump Luke Danes pine for leading lady Lorelai Gilmore until he eventually won her heart.

Jack Black will receive the award for Comedic Genius at the 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards.Set to be hosted by Vanessa Hudgens, the ceremony will honour the actor, comedian and musician when it airs live on Sunday June 5 in the US.Past recipients of the award include Sacha Baron Cohen, who won the title last year, Melissa McCarthy, Kevin Hart and Will Ferrell.After forming the band Tenacious D with Kyle Gass in 1994, Black has gone on to have a successful acting career. He’s best known for roles in 2000 film High Fidelity, School Of Rock in 2003 and more recently, the reboot of the Jumanji franchise.He also voiced lead character Po in the Kung Fu Panda films and released musical fantasy comedy, Tenacious D In The Pick Of Destiny, all about the rock duo in 2006.Black’s upcoming roles include some film adaptations of games.

Sasha Urban editorActor and comedian Jack Black will be honored with the Comedic Genius award at the 2022 MTV Movie and TV Awards, the network announced Thursday. The ceremony, hosted by Vanessa Hudgens, will air live on June 5 at 8 p.m.

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Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle EditorTuesday night’s red carpet premiere of “Physical” Season 2, starring Rose Byrne and Murray Bartlett, has been scaled back in the wake of today’s deadly shooting in Texas that left 18 students and one teacher dead.“Out of respect for today’s tragedy in Texas, tonight’s screening of ‘Physical’ Season 2 will be a private event with no press,” reads an email sent to members of the press on Tuesday afternoon that was signed by the Apple TV+ show’s cast and creative team. “We thank you for wanting to be there with us, and know that you join with us in our heartfelt support for all of the families affected by today’s event.”In addition to Byrne and Bartlett, the guest list also includes co-stars Rory Scovel, Dierdre Friel, Della Saba and Paul Sparks, as well as showrunner Annie Weisman and executive producers Marty Adelstein, Alissa Bachner and Becky Clements.

LOS ANGELES -- Billy Gardell is scrupulous about giving credit where it’s due, at home and at work.He describes his wife, Patty, as the “North star” who helped him through tough times and kept their family on track. Chuck Lorre, the prominent producer who cast the actor-comedian in “Mike & Molly” and again in “Bob Hearts Abishola,” has “literally changed my life.”The praise sounds heartfelt, a match for how Gardell comes across: A guy with a working-class background who considers himself remarkably lucky to have landed as a network TV star, twice.

Manori Ravindran International EditorBleecker Street has bought a new thriller starring Julie Delpy, Richard E. Grant and Daryl McCormack.“The Tutor” marks the feature directorial debut of Alice Troughton, who’s known for directing TV shows such as “Baghdad Central,” “A Discovery of Witches” and “The Midwich Cuckoos.”Written by Alex MacKeith, “The Tutor” follows an aspiring young author, hungry for recognition and success, who takes a tutoring position at a legendary writer’s estate.

Bleecker Street has snapped up U.S. rights to Alice Troughton’s feature directorial debut The Tutor, which will star Oscar nominees Richard E. Grant and Julie Delpy and Daryl McCormack. Bleecker Street is planning a 2023 release in cinemas.

Hulu is expected to announce that their hit limited series, Nine Perfect Strangers, will actually get a second season!

EXCLUSIVE: Leslie Bibb has been tapped to star alongside Kristen Wiig in in Apple TV+ comedy series Mrs. American Pie, executive produced by Laura Dern. Based on Juliet McDaniel’s book, Mrs. American Pie hails from creator Abe Sylvia (The Eyes of Tammy Faye) and director Tate Taylor (Breaking News in Yuba County). Oscar winner Allison Janney also recently signed on to star in the series, in which Dern is poised for a key role.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter“Nine Perfect Strangers” is nearing a deal to return for Season 2 at Hulu, Variety has learned from sources.With the announcement, Season 1 of the series will now compete in the drama series category in this year’s awards race. The move will avoid the controversy that arose from fellow Nicole Kidman-David E. Kelley series “Big Little Lies,” which won multiple statuettes in the limited series category before a second season was announced.At this time, no casting or plot info is available about Season 2.

Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens for a third season.The series, which sees Awkwafina play a fictionalised version of herself growing up in Queens, New York, will be back for a third season following the premiere of season two in August last year (via Deadline).The show is created by Awkwafina, known for starring in Marvel’s Shang-Chi and Crazy Rich Asians, and also stars BD Wong as her father, Wally, and Lori Tan Chinn as her grandmother.The series also stars Chrissie Fit as Melanie, Nora’s best friend, Bowen Yang as Nora’s cousin Edmund and Jennifer Esposito as Brenda, Wally’s girlfriend.Shang-Chi co-star Simu Liu made a guest appearance in the first season, alongside others like Natasha Lyonne, Laverne Cox, Bella Heathcote, Margaret Cho and Harry Shum Jr.Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens airs on Comedy Central in the US. In the UK, both seasons are available on BBC iPlayer.The comedian and actor is set to voice Scuttle in the live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid, starring alongside Halle Bailey, Jonah Hauer-King, Daveed Diggs, Javier Bardem and Melissa McCarthy.

Netflix has unveiled the first trailer from “God’s Favorite Idiot”, a high-concept comedy series from husband-and-wife team Ben Falcone and Melissa McCarthy.