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Comedian Ricky Gervais says ‘free speech’ essential for comedy, admits any joke will offend someone
In an interview with the L.A. Times, comedian Ricky Gervais defended his offensive humor, arguing that controversial jokes ...
Jon Petrie calls for producers to “focus on the funny” as he warns that the opportunities for international investment for scripted comedy are becoming increa…
Director of BBC Comedy Jon Petrie has warned that the opportunities for international investment to significantly plug the ...
Death Valley's Timothy Spall, Gwyneth Keyworth and creatives tease intrigue and nod to iconic TV detectives in comedy crime drama that's "funny, mysterious and Welsh"
Written and created by Paul Doolan (Mammoth, Trollied) and set in Wales, comedy drama Death Valley follows the unlikely crime ...
Why I Find Comedy in Difficult Places. Like My Dad’s Stroke.
Mike Birbiglia’s father didn’t want him to become a comedian. But after writing a comedy special about him, he understands ...
‘It Was Too Perfect’: Jamie Foxx Humorously Recalls Why He Told Eddie Murphy He Shouldn’t Do Stand-Up Comedy Again
What Did Jamie Foxx Say About Telling Eddie Murphy Not To Do Stand Up Comedy Anymore? Obviously, former Saturday Night Live ...
Marlon Wayans weighs in on controversial Tony Hinchcliffe joke, which politician could be a comic
Comedian Marlon Wayans talks about the role of comedians in pushing boundaries, defending Tony Hinchcliffe's controversial joke amid cultural sensitivities.
Lindsay Lohan Says ‘Count My Lies’ TV Role Is First Time She Doesn’t Have a Romantic Interest: “So Refreshing”
In her cover story for Elle's 2025 summer issue, Lohan opened up about starring in her first scripted TV series that’s in ...
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These 5 hilarious moments from Schitt's Creek will make you roll on the floor laughing
When it comes to some of the best comedy series fans would immediately remember Schitt's Creek, which focuses on a rich family's downfall in the most hilarious and heartwarming manner.
What’s so funny about tennis? Daily Show’s Michael Kosta says it could prepare you for a life in comedy
Have you heard the one about the funny tennis player? You probably haven’t, by the nature of their work, they are notoriously ...
Jon Petrie's Speech at the BBC Comedy Festival 2025
At this festival, you'll hear from Steve Coogan on character, Lisa McGee on place and heart, and sessions like The Gig-gle ...
‘Comedy Is the Relief Valve’: How Sarah Silverman Survived Grief and Backlash
As she releases her new special, PostMortem, about the deaths of her parents, the comedian reflects on love, loss, and dark ...
‘Adults’ revisits the time-honored territory of young friends in New York
Created by “Tonight Show” writers Ben Kronengold and Rebecca Shaw, the show takes criticism of the “Friends” having a massive ...