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Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias had the top-performing comedy special on Netflix in the first half of 2025, per new data released by the streamer.

The news comes in sifting through the latest edition of Netflix’s biannual “What We Watched” report, unveiled on Thursday, which looked at streaming engagement on the platform from January through June.

Iglesias’ Gabriel Iglesias: Legend of Fluffy ranked 210th on the overall list of highest-viewed TV program during that window, with 7.8 million views since its January 6th debut.

Second on the list is 2024’s top-grossing touring comedian Nate Bargatze, who was ranked 275th with 6.7 million views for Your Friend, Nate Bargatze. His ranking was naturally affected by the fact that the special dropped on December 24, 2024, so the first days of viewership were folded into the report for the back half of 2024.

Third on the list of comics, and 281st overall, is Andrew Schulz with his pregancy-themed Life,...

Nikki Glaser is a kind person.

It might sound ironic, considering Variety’s 2025 Creative Impact in Comedy Award recipient is infamous for her savagely funny takedowns, such as her star-making turn on last year’s “The Roast of Tom Brady.” In the space of nine minutes, Glaser eviscerated fellow comics while expertly weaving in bits on everything from Cte to how Gisele Bündchen is now dating a jiu jitsu instructor (“Your ex-wife’s new boyfriend can beat your ass while eating hers”). Earlier this year, she hosted the Golden Globe Awards and proved an emcee could be ruthless without being cruel, telling Zendaya, “I woke up for all your scenes” in “Dune” or calling “Emilia Pérez” the “most audacious, ground-breaking film to ever auto-play after ‘Is It Cake?’”

But as her friend and fellow comedian Lisa Lampanelli reveals, Glaser has a reputation as one of the nicest people in the...

Exclusive: Chris Witaske (The Bear), Christine Horn (Classified), and Sophia Reid-Gantzert (Death and Other Details) have joined Netflix‘s Bert Kreischer comedy Free Bert in recurring roles.

Character details are under wraps. Stand-up comedian Kreischer co-created, exec produces and stars as himself — shirtless comedian, party legend, perpetual wildcard — in Free Bert, where he finds himself in uncharted territory when his daughters are accepted to an elite Beverly Hills private school. When his unbridled antics turn his family into outcasts, he decides to “put on a shirt” and stifle his true nature to better fit in.

As previously announced, Arden Myrin also stars in the six-episode series, along with newcomers Ava Ryan and Lilou Lang, with Mandell Maughan aboard in a recurring role. In addition to Kreischer, the show is co-created and exec produced by Jarrad Paul and Andrew Mogel, who serve as writers, directors and showrunners.

Exclusive: Mandell Maughan (Resident Alien) has landed a recurring role in Netflix’s just-announced Bert Kreischer comedy Free Bert, sources tell Deadline.

Reps for Netflix declined to comment.

Stand-up comedian Kreischer co-created, exec produces and stars as himself — shirtless comedian, party legend, perpetual wildcard — in Free Bert, where he finds himself in uncharted territory when his daughters are accepted to an elite Beverly Hills private school. When his unbridled antics turn his family into outcasts, he decides to “put on a shirt” and stifle his true nature to better fit in.

As previously announced, Arden Myrin also stars in the six-episode series, along with newcomers Ava Ryan and Lilou Lang. Myrin plays Bert’s wife LeeAnn and the mother of their two daughters who grew up in a trailer park. Ryan will play the couple’s older daughter, Georgia, who is the target of cyberbullying, while Lang will play their youngest daughter.

Netflix is teaming up with Bert Kreischer for a brand-new scripted comedy series, and if you know Kreischer, you know things are about to get wild! Viewers can most likely expect laughs, chaos, and probably a few moments that'll make you squirm (in the best way). Below, we shared all there is to know about this upcoming Netflix show.

It's titled Free Bert, and what a fitting title for a guy who's made a career out of living loud, being shirtless, and being completely unfiltered. Kreischer will not only star in this new series, but is also signed on as co-creator and executive producer. Jarrad Paul and Andrew Mogul join him as co-creators, while also serving as showrunners, writers, and directors for the project. Other executive producers include Tony Hernandez, Lilly Burns, Elise Henderson, LeeAnn Kreischer, and Judi Marmel.

As reported by Variety, there will be six episodes in the first season.

Bert Kreischer has made five stand-up specials for Netflix, and now he’s taking the time-honored path trod by many comedians: starring in a sitcom.

Kreischer will play the title role in and is a co-creator of Free Bert, a six-episode comedy the streamer has ordered. Jarrad Paul and Andrew Mogel (The Grinder, Huge in France) co-created the show with Kreischer and will serve as showrunners, writers and directors. The cast also includes Arden Myrin, Lilou Lang and Ava Ryan.

In Free Bert, Kreischer will play a version of himself — a “shirtless comedian, party legend, perpetual wildcard,” as the show’s logline puts it. He finds himself in unfamiliar territory when his daughters (Lang and Ryan) are accepted at an elite private school in Beverly Hills. When his antics turn the family into outcasts, he decides to put a shirt on and stifle his true self in order to fit in.

Bert Kreischer is the star and co-creator of a new scripted comedy series on Netflix titled “Free Bert.”

The perpetually shirtless stand-up comedian plays a version of himself in the six-episode show, which finds Bert in a sticky situation after his daughters enroll in an elite Beverly Hills private school and his “unbridled antics turn his family into outcasts.” In order to fit in, Bert decides to finally put on a shirt and suppress his true self.

Kreischer will star alongside Arden Myrin, Ava Ryan (“Keeping Up With the Joneses”) and newcomer Lilou Lang.

He serves as co-creator and executive producer alongside Jarrad Paul and Andrew Mogul, who together are the showrunners, writers and directors. Executive producers also include Tony Hernandez, Lilly Burns and Elise Henderson for Counterpart Studios, as well as LeeAnn Kreischer and Judi Marmel.

Kreischer is a mainstay at Netflix with five stand-up comedy specials, including 2025’s “Lucky.

Netflix has been slowly evolving into what broadcast networks have stood for — offering a broad spectrum of entertainment for everyone. After adding procedurals to its portfolio of original offerings, the global streamer also has been taking a page from the broadcast comedy playbook by building series around stand-ups and their lives and material.

Following Shane Gillis’ Tires, Michelle Buteau’s Survival of the Thickest and Leanne Morgan’s upcoming Leanne, Netflix has greenlighted Free Bert, a six-episode scripted comedy series starring, co-created and executive produced by Bert Kreischer, who has done six stand-up specials for the streamer.

Fellow actor-comedian Arden Myrin (The Righteous Gemstones) also stars in the series along with newcomers Ava Ryan — who has a big social media footprint with 3.3M followers — and Lilou Lang. Free Bert is co-created and executive produced by Kreischer as well as Jarrad Paul and Andrew Mogel, who serve as writers,...

Exclusive: Top comic Tom Segura has for weeks been teasing a new film project on his podcasts — and now, we know what it is. He’s found his first feature starring vehicle in El Tigre, an R-rated comedy to be helmed by emerging director Tyler Cornack (Mermaid) from a script by Aaron Buchsbaum and Teddy Riley.

The news comes as Segura kicks his work in film and television into high gear. Just a week ago, Netflix ordered a second season of Bad Thoughts, his new series for the streamer, where he places a lens on his some of his most dark and twisted cinematic fantasies.

Entering production in New Mexico this summer, El Tigre follows Jeff (Segura) and his friends as they head down to Mexico, only to discover the hard way that Jeff is a dead ringer for the infamous cartel leader El Tigre who’s gone missing. After...

In perhaps surprising renewal news, Variety reports that Netflix has picked up Bad Thoughts for a second season. The dark comedy is created by and stars comedian Tom Segura. If you haven’t heard about it, that’s okay. The unusual comedy has flown under the radar for most and hasn’t exactly been met with glowing reviews.

Bad Thoughts has been described as a “dark and twisted” exploration of unthinkable fantasies and blends cinematic storytelling with Segura’s warped sense of humor. The show sees Segura take viewers through a series of dreamlike vignettes where the story inevitably unfolds in a hilarious yet disturbing way. The show covers numerous themes and tones with the connection being the dark side of humanity.

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Netflix has renewed Tom Segura's dark comedy sketch series Bad Thoughts for a second season despite receiving a critic score of just 54% on Rotten Tomatoes. Segura led the cast of Bad Thoughts, playing various characters in concept-themed episodes ranging from "Success" and "Family" to "Love" and Health." Bad Thoughts can feel like a twisted TV-ma version of Saturday Night Live, featuring multiple sketches throughout that each have unique and often vulgar twists. Season 1 of the dark comedy series premiered on May 13, 2025 and can be streamed exclusively on Netflix.

Variety exclusively reported the news of Bad Thoughts season 2 renewal. The announcement came along with a statement from Segura that reads, "We’re all so excited to push things further with Season 2. I promise your family will not approve of what we do." Although Bad Thoughts season 2 currently has no set release date on Netflix, it could be released sometime later this year,...

Warner Bros. has pushed back the release of Animal Friends, an R-rated live-action/animated hybrid starring Ryan Reynolds that we know very little about. The film was initially slated to hit theaters on October 10, but has now been set for a May 1, 2026 release.

Plot details for Animal Friends have been kept under wraps, but the film is being billed as an “R-rated road trip adventure.” In addition to Reynolds, the film stars Jason Momoa, Aubrey Plaza, Addison Rae, Dan Levy, Lil Rel Howery, and Ellie Bamber. Kevin Burrows and Matt Midler, who previously worked together on The Package for Netflix and Gentlemen Lobsters for Condé Nast, scripted the project, which is directed by Peter Atencio, who helmed Jordan Peele and Keegan-Michael Key’s action comedy Keanu and Bert Kreischer’s The Machine.

The new release date already has an occupant, as Disney’s The Devil Wears Prada 2 is set...

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Katie Thurston is here with a very painful and very personal update on her ongoing health struggle.

As previously reported, the former Bachelorette lead has been diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer, which has spread to her liver.

“After days of waiting, unfortunately, I did find out today that my breast cancer has spread to the liver,” the reality star told Instagram followers in late March, emphasizing the “scary” nature of this extreme diagnosis.

Fast forward to Sunday, June 1…

Katie Thurston attends the premiere of Whitney presents The OnlyFans Roast of Bert Kreischer on Oftv at Sunset at the Edition on March 29, 2023 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for OnlyFans)

“I wanted to do weekly check-ins that are just like uncut, raw emotions of whatever comes to my mind. I just finished my second month of treatment and if you’re asking how long treatment is,...

Taking the stage at the Comedy Store on the Sunset Strip, Jamie Foxx took a long look around and soaked up the atmosphere of the legendary main room.

“I ain't been in this motherf--ker in 35 years!” he announced, noting that some people in the audience for "Netflix Is a Joke Presents: Fysee L.A. Comedy Night" weren’t old enough to remember comedy icons like Robin Williams and Richard Pryor, who trod the same stage and are immortalized with their photos on the club’s walls.

The 57-year-old Oscar winner was on hand for a Q&a with his influencer daughter Corinne to discuss his comedy special What Had Happened Was…, in which he triumphantly returned to the stage following the debilitating 2023 stroke that took nearly a year for Foxx to recover from.

But first, he grew a little nostalgic, recalling sneaking into the club as an underage aspiring comic...

Professional wrestling has long been the subject of criticism, with critics voicing their concerns about its perceived lack of authenticity and the alleged scripted nature of every match and feud. This was evident when renowned comedian Tom Segura called out wrestling stans for being obsessed with the ‘fake sport’ and how they can’t think straight.

Hence, it resulted in some backstage conversation when the biggest wrestling hater was present in this week’s Raw segment, where he was having the time of his life. However, wrestling fans have not taken this lightly because of his comments on entertainment wrestling, and they hated his guts for attempting redemption.

The feeling of hostility was evident among the fans present at the show and the ones streaming the show, who lashed out on social media, calling him a hypocrite.

Tom Segura calls out every adult for enjoying wrestling as a sport

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Spotify House at CMA Fest has earned a reputation as the go-to spot for unexpected duets and surprise performances — and now it’s returning for a major milestone. On Wednesday, Spotify announced it will celebrate the 10-year anniversary of its Hot Country playlist with the 2025 edition of Spotify House at Nashville’s Ole Red, featuring performances from Riley Green, Shaboozey, Kelsea Ballerini, and Lainey Wilson, running June 5th through 7th.

Thursday’s lineup is set to feature appearances from Bailey Zimmerman, Keith Urban, Noah Cyrus, Patrick McCollum, Riley Green, and Sam Barber,...

Tom Segura has become a popular podcast host in addition to his work as a stand-up comedian. With multiple comedy specials and tons of friends in the industry including Bert Kreischer and Bill Burr, Segura has a lot of connections. But, as big as he is on stage, Segura has long had the ambition to make movies. Some of his ideas came together as the beginning of what became his new Netflix series, Bad Thoughts.

Bad Thoughts is a six-episode series of interconnected short films that tackle the intrusive thoughts we all have, but cross the line of what we think in our imaginations, but would never act upon. Some shorts are multi-part stories that cross episodes, while others are brief, standalone films that work. Segura’s series has mock trailers, celebrity spoofs, and original ideas while featuring recognizable actors including Shea Whigham, Daniella Pineda, and Dan Stevens. Each episode...

Plot: In this six-episode dark comedic series, Tom Segura navigates unthinkable situations and fantasies within a cinematic world.

Review: Tom Segura likes messed-up humor. The comedian and podcaster has made a career by telling relatable yet slightly intrusive jokes. Along with his contemporaries Bill Burr and Bert Kreischer, Tom Segura’s brand of comedy is shockingly honest and shockingly blunt yet delivered in a way that makes you think as hard as you are laughing. Segura also loves the scope and scale of cinema and has channeled that into his new series, Bad Thoughts. A collection of loosely connected short films unified by episodic themes, Bad Thoughts is for fans of ambitious comedic series like Key & Peele, Louie, Better Things, and Dave, but through a twisted lens reminiscent of The Twilight Zone and Black Mirror. Hilarious and deeply disturbing at the same time, Bad Thoughts will have you laughing...

Sheng Wang will return to Netflix with another stand-up special in 2026.

The comedy hour will be directed by Ali Wong, who also directed Wang’s 2022 special “Sweet & Juicy.” The special will be filmed on Nov. 8 at the Warner Theater in Washington, D.C. Wong and Wang executive produce alongside John Irwin.

Wang is a Houston-born comic who is now based in Los Angeles. He was featured on HBO’s stand-up special “2 Dope Queens” and went on to write for the ABC sitcom “Fresh Off the Boat.”

Earlier this year, Wong won a Golden Globe for her comedy special “Single Lady,” which debuted on Netflix in October. It followed her previous three stand-up specials for Netflix, “Baby Cobra,” “Hard Knock Wife” and the Emmy-nominated “Don Wong.” She is also set to direct Frankie Quiñones’ upcoming stand-up special for Hulu.

As an actor, Wong won the Emmy, Golden Globe, Critics Choice...

The Golden Globes are tuning into the podcast boom.

In a bid to recognize a rapidly rising medium amid an even more quickly shifting media landscape, the Globes announced the addition of a best podcast of the year category at the 2026 Golden Globe Awards. The new honor marks the Globes’ first major expansion since introducing the box office and cinematic achievement category in 2023 — and it’s being met with a potent mix of excitement, skepticism and uncertainty from the podcasting world.

“This is what the industry needs — recognition that podcasting is storytelling,” says comedian Bert Kreischer, host of “Bertcast” and “2 Bears, 1 Cave,” which he co-hosts with his friend Tom Segura. “It’s not just noise. It’s a craft.”

Craft, however, is notoriously hard to define in a medium where a 90-minute unscripted conversation can top the charts next to a tightly edited news brief or a crime docuseries. According to preliminary guidelines,...

A year later, Tom Brady is still trying to live down his roast and its adverse effect on his family.

Reflecting on Netflix‘s The Greatest Roast of All Time, the 7x Super Bowl champ said he doesn’t want to see his “kids hurt” the way they did after hearing some of the jokes on the live-streamed event.

“When you were in that moment, in that theater that night at the Forum, it was electric. It was crazy. We got done, everybody was on cloud nine. That moment, I’ll never forget. And then I’ll never forget when I talked to my kids the next day,” he said on the Impaulsive podcast. “I felt like a stake through the heart.”

Brady noted that he was fine with the jokes that took a shot at him, but he wasn’t as prepared for those at the expense of ex-wife Gisele Bündchen and their children.

Exclusive: John Skidmore, who has produced series including HBO’s A Black Lady Sketch Show and Netflix’s My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman, has launched his own production company.

Skidmore, who previously worked at Jax Media and Imagine Entertainment, has launched Best Kept Secret Productions. The independent film and TV production company will offer creative and production services for scripted shows, stand-up, talk, variety series, and specials.

He is kicking off with two comedy projects – Sarah Silverman: PostMortem, a standup special that launches on Netflix on May 20, and Mike Birbiglia: The Good Life, which launches on the streamer on May 26. He is also working on an independently financed feature film scheduled to shoot later this year.

Skidmore was previously Head of Production for Imagine Entertainment and COO at Jax Media.

Other credits include Search Party, Russian Doll, Broad City and Desus & Mero as well as standup specials from Bert Kreischer,...

“The Jennifer Hudson Show” closes out the week with a mix of cooking expertise, stand-up comedy, and athletic achievement. Emmy Award-winning TV host Jeannie Mai joins Hudson to talk about her series “America’s Test Kitchen: The Next Generation.” Mai’s experience in lifestyle television and her passion for food make her a perfect fit for the […]

Jennifer Hudson Show: Jeannie Mai, Bert Kreischer,...

On Friday April 25 2025, Fox broadcasts The Jennifer Hudson Show!

Season 3 Episode 162 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Jennifer Hudson Show” promises to be an exciting mix of entertainment, inspiration, and laughter. Airing on Fox, this episode features a lineup of guests that highlights talent from different fields. With host Jennifer Hudson at the helm, viewers can expect a lively and engaging atmosphere.

Jeannie Mai, known for her role on “America’s Test Kitchen: The Next Generation,” will be joining the show. She brings her culinary expertise and vibrant personality, making her a great addition to the episode. Mai’s passion for cooking and her experience in the kitchen will likely lead to some interesting discussions and maybe even a few cooking tips for the audience.

Comic Bert Kreischer will also be a guest. Known for his humor and storytelling, Kreischer is sure to bring plenty of laughter to the stage.

On Friday April 25 2025, MyNetworkTV broadcasts The Jennifer Hudson Show!

Season 3 Episode 162 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Jennifer Hudson Show” promises an exciting lineup that viewers will not want to miss. Airing on MyNetworkTV, this episode features a mix of guests from different backgrounds, bringing a variety of energy to the stage.

TV host Jeannie Mai, known for her role on “America’s Test Kitchen: The Next Generation,” will join Jennifer Hudson for a lively conversation. Jeannie is celebrated for her culinary skills and vibrant personality, making her a perfect fit for the show. Fans can expect to hear about her latest projects and her passion for cooking.

Comic Bert Kreischer will also make an appearance. Known for his hilarious storytelling and energetic performances, Bert is sure to bring plenty of laughs. His unique perspective on life and humor will add a fun twist to the episode, keeping the audience entertained.

Brock Lesnar is often perceived as an arrogant and selfish wrestler who wants to protect his interests above all, but it could not be further from the truth. Wrestlers like Dean Ambrose have previously criticized Lesnar for being difficult to work with.

But a video of Lesnar has recently resurfaced on the internet, in which he is seen to be more worried about WWE star Drew McIntyre’s image rather than his own. It proves that the Beast Incarnate is a great wrestler and an even greater human being.

Brock Lesnar | credit- WWE Is Brock Lesnar really a bad guy?

Brock Lesnar was midst of an ongoing feud with Drew McIntyre before their WrestleMania 36 match. During an episode of Raw, McIntyre sneaked up on Lesnar and attacked him from behind as the WWE champion was making his way into the ring with his WWE Championship belt.

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Netflix’s Top 10 is stacked this week with crime thrillers, sci-fi adventures, and even a SpongeBob spin-off. From record-breaking UK dramas to Shonda Rhimes’ latest obsession-worthy mystery, the streaming giant has something for everyone. Millie Bobby Brown is once again proving she’s Netflix’s golden girl, while Cameron Diaz’s big comeback movie is climbing the all-time charts. So, if you need a new binge-watch, I’ve got you covered. Let’s dive in!

Netflix Top 10 – Adolescence: A Masterclass in Suspense

The UK crime thriller Adolescence isn’t just gripping—it’s breaking records. In just two weeks, this limited series about a teen accused of murder has racked up 66.3 million views, making it Netflix’s most-watched UK title in its first two weeks ever. What makes it even crazier? Every episode is filmed in one continuous take, making the tension feel way too real. Critics are loving its gritty social commentary,...

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Katie Thurston is experiencing all of life’s highs and lows these days.

As you may have heard, the former Bachelorette just got married to Jeff Arcuri — and we’re so very happy for her.

As you also may have heard, however, Thurston revealed in February that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer.

The former reality star is now here with an unfortunate update on this disease.

Katie Thurston back during her run as The Bachelorette. (ABC)

After announcing she was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer last month, Thurston said on Thursday that there has been another setback … and that her upcoming treatment must be paused because doctors have discovered spots on her liver.

“My biopsy is scheduled Friday which would have been my treatment day,” the 34-year-old wrote on her Boobie Broadcast Channel on Instagram March 24. “We now wait.”

Thurston said that her physician told...

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“Adolescence” is continuing to make waves on Netflix, becoming the streamer’s most-watched limited series in its first two weeks.

The series, which first premiered on March 13, has garnered 66.3 million views since its launch, making it both the most-watched limited series and most-watched U.K. title ever through its first two weeks. After debuting to 24.3 million views in its first week on the streamer, the audience grew for “Adolescence” to a whopping 42 million views during the week of March 17, maintaining its spot atop the Netflix top 10 TV list.

Viewership for “Adolescence” by far outpaced the No. 2 most-watched show of the week, “The Residence,” which debuted to 6.4 million views in its first week on the streamer. “Running Point” stayed on the top 10 list after first launching on Feb. 27, this week landing at the No.

“Adolescence” has already set a major viewership record after its second weekend of streaming on Netflix.

After opening with a massive 24.3 million views in its first four days, “Adolescence” was the most watched title on Netflix during the week of March 17-23 with another 42 million views, taking the show to 66.3 million views total thus far — more than any other Netflix limited series has achieved within a two-week period, and the U.K. crime story managed that within just 11 days.

The second-most watched TV title of the week was “The Residence,” the Shonda Rhimes-produced drama series starring Uzo Aduba, which debuted 6.4 million views in four days. It was followed by “Running Point,” which landed in third place with 3.5 million views in its fourth week on the chart. Live wrestling special “Raw: 2025” continued to chart, with the March 17 edition’s 3.1 million views taking No. 4 on the English-language TV list, followed by...

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Katie Thurston is married!

After her Bachelor Fam breakups and especially in light of her cancer diagnosis, she deserves good things.

As her fans already know, she has found happiness with comedian Jeff Arcuri.

Now, the two have married in a private and almost secret wedding ceremony.

Katie Thurston attends Us Weekly And Pluto TV’s: Reality TV Stars Of The Year at The Highlight Room on October 10, 2024. (Photo Credit: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images) On Saturday, Katie Thurston married Jeff Arcuri

Us Weekly reports that former The Bachelorette leading lady Katie Thurston married comedian Jeff Arcuri on Saturday, March 22.

Before that, the report details, Katie actually leaked the information — by accident — during an interview just two days earlier.

The topic was her stage 3 breast cancer diagnosis. As Katie discussed the impact of her treatments on their relationship, she spilled the proverbial beans.

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Tom Green's bafflingly stupid and admittedly "disjointed" Freddy Got Fingered is regarded as one of the worst cinematic atrocities ever staged. And despite all the criticism he absorbed, there was one unlikely man who still championed him. The same man who awarded his movie zero stars out of four, Roger Ebert. Full of disgusting scenes pieced together without any semblance of a meaningful or engaging plot, not even fans of The Tom Green Show could wrap their minds around it. The Canadian's mainstream directing career was over as soon as it began.

20-something years following that dismal experience, he revealed a dire but all-too-common story, the "uncut" version fatefully derailed in post-production. Green's movie career never recovered post-2001, the provocateur easing into the goofy uncle of the comedy community in the podcast era. In one such interview, he quietly dropped a bombshell, explaining how his dream movie was...

Will Bert Kreischer ever be able to do stand-up without ripping off his shirt? Jimmy Kimmel was thinking ahead, wondering if an 80-year-old Kreischer would be “performing at the Orleans in Vegas like (Don) Rickles did” and stripping away his button-down like a dancer at the Peppermint Hippo.

First, replied Kreischer, Kimmel is pretty optimistic if he thinks the topless comic will live to 80. But if he makes it, yep, the comedian will be letting it all hang out. “I'm going to take it off for the rest of my life,” he explained. “I kind of painted myself in this corner.”

But for God’s sake, why? The reason is as simple as the explanation for why Kreischer refuses to wear boxer shorts. (There’s another image to burn into your brain.) “The problem is I’m tactile,” he told Kimmel. “I’m more comfortable with no shirt, no underwear.

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert left fans in the dark to start the week. But what should they expect to see on CBS tonight?

There was a noticeable hole in the late-night TV lineup to start the week. Stephen Colbert and his crew were absent, leaving the Late Show audience to look elsewhere for reaction to what transpired over the weekend.

Unfortunately, that trend will continue on Tuesday night. There will not be a new episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert tonight.

Instead, CBS will reair the February 17 episode. Tune in to revisit Colbert's conversation with fellow late-night TV host and Daily Show alum John Oliver. The War and the Treaty served as the musical guest that night.

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Is Will Smith willing to be the butt of the joke? We soon may find out.

According to Puck News, Smith is one of several celebrities Netflix has approached about headlining their next live comedy roast — a no holds barred ribbing that would inevitably invite jokes about the infamous Oscars slap and his very public marriage to Jada Pinkett Smith.

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On Tuesday March 18 2025, ABC broadcasts Jimmy Kimmel Live!!

Aaron Paul; Bert Kreischer; Redd Kross Season 23 Episode 89 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” promises an exciting lineup with actor Aaron Paul, comic Bert Kreischer, and the band Redd Kross. Set to air on ABC, this episode is sure to bring a mix of laughter and entertainment.

Aaron Paul, known for his memorable role in the hit series “Breaking Bad,” will be joining Jimmy Kimmel for a conversation. Fans can expect to hear stories from his career and insights into his latest projects. Paul’s charisma and engaging personality are likely to make for an interesting interview.

Bert Kreischer, a popular stand-up comedian, will also make an appearance. Known for his energetic and humorous style, Kreischer is expected to share some laughs and perhaps even a few personal anecdotes. His ability to connect with the audience through storytelling is...

Netflix is adding over a dozen new titles to its inventory this week. From new seasons of current hits to topnotch sleeper movies, you can find something for everyone this week on your favorite streaming service.

No, there isn't anything coming this week that's likely to have the same impact as the number one show, Adolescence. By the way, it's every bit as good as the critics say it is. Okay, maybe one show will. But it really isn't likely that anything debuting this week will knock The Electric State out of its top spot among movies. I believe the critics are just as wrong about the sci-fi movie as they are right about the top-ranked drama.

But that's a discussion - or diatribe - for another time. For now, let's delve into the various worlds of zombies, hip-hop, reality shows, and comedy coming up this week. No, that's not all one show,...

As March rolls in, Netflix is gearing up to refresh its offer with a mix of classic hits, new originals, and exciting series. Here’s everything coming to & leaving Netflix this March.

Everything coming to Netflix in March 2025 March 1 Potato Lab Season 1 Sakamoto Days New Episode 50 First Dates Annie (2014) Beginners Black Hawk Down Blade Runner: The Final Cut Blood and Bone Cell 211 Do the Right Thing Friday High-Rise The Holiday Ma National Security Next Friday Pride & Prejudice Runaway Jury See No Evil, Hear No Evil Sicario Ted Vampires Wedding Crashers March 3 Hot Wheels Let’s Race Season 3 March 4 Andrew Schulz: Life With Love, Meghan Season 1 March 5 Joe One Look Season 1 The Leopard Season 1 Medusa Season 1 March 6 Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black: Season 1 Part 2 Larissa: The Other Side of Anitta Love is Blind: Sweden Season 1 Power Rangers March 7 Chaos: The Manson Murders Delicious Formula 1: Drive to...

The Netflix March 2025 originals, movies and TV series have been revealed and can be viewed below. The streaming service has also announced the list of movies and TV series leaving next month.

The Netflix March 2025 schedule includes Adolescence, CoComelon Lane Season 4, The Electric State, Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7, Hot Wheels Let’s Race Season 3, Larissa: The Other Side of Anitta, The Life List and Million Dollar Secret.

The Electric State

Also coming to the service are Plankton: The Movie, The Residence, new episodes of Sakamoto Days, Survival of the Thickest Season 2, Temptation Island, Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black Season 1 Part 2, With Love, Meghan and more.

The March schedule includes the comedy specials Andrew Schulz: Life, Bert Kreischer: Lucky and Chelsea Handler: The Feeling, as well as the weekly show Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney.

Netflix March 2025 Schedule

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“I’m a glass half-full motherfucker,” says Bert Kreischer.

I can practically hear him smiling through the phone as he discusses his upcoming Netflix special, “Lucky,” an aptly titled hour that sees the notorious party animal turned family man counting his blessings.

Just moments after articulating his reverence and appreciation for his fan base, the comedian, on a walk in Los Angeles, interrupts the interview to take a selfie with a stranger.

The special, Kreischer’s fourth for Netflix, debuts March 18. It features stories about his wife and daughters that are sometimes heartwarming, sometimes vulgar and often both at the same time.

But Kreischer is grateful for more than just his family. “I feel very lucky to be alive and working at this point,” he tells Variety when asked about the state of the industry. “TV and movies are about to explode in Hollywood, in a really fun and crazy way.

Jelly Roll has launched a run club dubbed, Jelly Roll’s Losers Run Club,.

The announcement came via a video posted this past week, in which the singer shared a bit about his own health journey. “A little bit over a year ago, I literally struggled to walk down my hill to the mailbox, y’all,” he began. “I mean, it was really bad.”

What helped him get into exercise, he explained, was finding motivation in a 5K put on by Tom Segura and Bert Kreischer in 2024. “I saw that Bert and Tom Segura had teased doing a ‘5K by May,’ and I knew right then that if there was ever a place that I was gonna feel safe trying to do my first 5K, it was going to be at the 2 Bears 5K.”

Now, Jelly is reuniting with Kreischer and Segura for the 2025 2 Bears 5K on May 4th in Tampa,...

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A long-time resident of Bachelor Nation needs our thoughts and our prayers.

On February 15, Katie Thurston — a contestant on The Bachelor Season 25 and the lead of The Bachelorette Season 17 — announced she had been diagnosed with breast cancer.

Katie Thurston attends Us Weekly And Pluto TV’s: Reality TV Stars Of The Year at The Highlight Room on October 10, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images)

The 34-year-old confirmed her diagnosis in a “life update” on Saturday, thanking her fiancé, comedian Jeff Arcuri, and stating simply: I have breast cancer.

“Yesterday I saw all the couples post their Valentines Day celebrations. I felt envious if I’m being honest,” the reality star continued.

“Jeff took me to Hawaii and after, we were going to travel the world before planting roots together in NYC finally. But instead, my Vday was spent coordinating a place to live...

The Super Bowl is one the biggest sporting events in the world and draws millions of views each year across the world. But the event does not only attract fans watching the game from home but also celebrities who show up at the game decked in the colors of their favorite teams. Thus, a stage for celebrity allegiances to shine brightly, this year is no different.

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Super Bowl 59, taking place at New Orleans’ Caesars Superdome, was expected to be a historic game since the Kansas City Chiefs was be taking on the Philadelphia Eagles, potentially to win three Super Bowl titles in a row. However, as we all know the game couldn’t have turned out more surprising since the Chiefs are now with just 6 points against Eagles’ 40.

So, here are five celebrities supporting Travis Kelce’s Kansas City Chiefs and five who are Philadelphia Eagles fans.

The Grateful Dead will be honoured as MusiCares Persons of the Year 2025, and will be celebrated at a special gala on January 31.

Hosted by Andy Cohen, the event will benefit music professionals in need, including those affected by the greater LA wildfires, and feature performances from artists including Maren Morris, Billy Strings and a special appearance from Dead & Company.

The 2025 MusiCares Persons Of The Year Charity Gala will help raise vital funds to support music professionals in need, including those impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires. Donate to MusiCares’ Greater Los Angeles Fire Relief Effort to make a difference.

With all that the Grateful Dead have given to the music community and beyond, their influence is immeasurable. And on Jan. 31, they’ll be honored in star-studded fashion.

Grammy Award-winning artists Zac Brown, Stewart Copeland, Mick Fleetwood, Sammy Hagar, Bruce Hornsby, Norah Jones, Wynonna Judd, Dave Matthews, John Mayer, Maren Morris,...

Plenty of big-name comics are on tour this year, and Variety figures you want to know how to buy tickets. But before you plunk down your hard-earned cash, you should do a little comparison shopping to see which shows provide the best value for your comedy dollar.

Here’s that list of upcoming stand-up tours, separated into cost-based tiers. Fire up that PayPal and let’s go buy some laughs…

The Bargain Basement $50 Tier

If there’s a no-brainer show on this list, it’s the wicked Wanda Sykes with tickets starting at only $53. She’s much funnier and more accomplished than several of the comics on this list — and what a bargain!

The $60 Glut Tier

There are more comedians in the $60 to $70 range than any other group on this list, including Shane Gillis, Brett Goldstein, Brian Reagan, Nate Bargatze, Jo Koy, Tom Segura, Patton Oswalt and the red-pilled Whitney Cummings.

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Comedians are taking the stage to embark on national tours and debut brand new material.

From Nikki Glaser, fresh off her headline-grabbing Golden Globes hosting gig , to Shane Gillis, currently midway through a nationwide tour, there are dozens of stand-up shows to see this year.

Below are the most anticipated comedians hitting the stage this year — and where to buy tickets.

Shane Gillis

When: Jan. 17 – Jun. 28

Where: U.S Tour

Price: Starting at $60

Buy Now: Shane Gillis Nikki Glaser

When: Jan. 30 – Sept. 6

Where: U.S Tour

Price: Starting at $120

Buy Now: Nikki Glaser Ricky Gervais

When: Jan. 21 – Dec. 4

Where: U.K + Tour

Price: Starting at $120

Buy Now: Ricky Gervais Kevin Hart

When: Jan. 17 – Apr. 13

Where: U.S Tour

Price: Starting at $120

Buy Now: Kevin Hart Theo Von

When: Feb.

America’s Sweetheart, Ari Shaffir’s new Netflix stand-up special, bears a title that flies in the face of the hilariously edgy jokes you’ll hear during the comic’s latest hour. “I’m a big troll,” Shaffir laughed as he explained the special’s ironic name. “I like to rile people up. I’m a habitual shit-starter.”

What to expect from the new special? “I’m trying to take every single thing that people say, ‘This is too serious,’ and I’m gonna be like, ‘Let me show you how to find some joy out of that,’” he says. The message of America’s Sweetheart? “Guys, chill the fuck out.”

I recently spoke with Shaffir about the state of comedy in 2025, the legend of working the door at the Comedy Store and how the advent of podcasting permitted provocative comics to be themselves.

“You see it everywhere in America,...

CBS will be ringing in the new year with the best artists in country music appearing on New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash!

The event kicks off at 8pm Et on CBS and the network will be taking a thirty minute break for the local news at 10pm. The music will continue at 10:30pm for another three hours until 1:30am.

Keith Urban will serve as host alongside Entertainment Tonight‘s Rachel Smith.

Nashville locals can attend the event for free at Bicentennial Park’s main stage and fans around the world can watch on CBS or on Paramount+.

Head inside to find out who will be performing…

There’s a huge lineup of performers and special guests!

Performers

Keith Urban – live from Bicentennial Park

Kane Brown and wife Katelyn – live from Bicentennial Park

Jelly Roll – live from Bicentennial Park

Alana Springsteen – live from Bicentennial Park...

Updated: CBS is rounding out its line-up for New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash, hosted by Keith Urban and Rachel Smith.

George & Mandy’s First Marriage star Montana Jordan will make a special appearance, along with comedians Bert Kreischer and Leanne Morgan, and Bunnie Xo, CBS announced today. Katelyn Brown will perform a song with headliner and husband Kane Brown, and Alana Springsteen will join Urban for a song.

The five-hour broadcast will feature more than 40 back-to-back performances from Big & Rich, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Tyler Hubbard, Miranda Lambert, Post Malone, Shaboozey, Brittney Spencer, Chris Stapleton, Zach Top and Lainey Wilson, as well as Urban, Kane Brown and Jelly Roll, who will be headlining from Bicentennial Park.

Reporting live from Times Square, Dustin Lynch and Wcbs-New York Weather Anchor Lonnie Quinn will count down with the East Coast at midnight Eastern Time for New York...

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Netflix’s Christmas NFL games — and Beyoncé’s halftime show — brought in 65 million total viewers in the United States, according to Nielsen data. Both games broke streaming records for the NFL in the U.S., as well as viewership records for the coveted 18-34 demographic.

The Ravens vs. Texans game saw 24.3 million viewers based on average minute audience data. As for the Chiefs vs. Steelers game, that saw 24.1 million viewers in average minute audience viewing. Viewership in the United States peaked during the Ravens-Texans game thanks to the Beyoncé Bowl, which saw over 27 million viewers, per Nielsen. That game was also watched by 5.1 million viewers in the U.S. between the ages of 18 to 34, the highest viewership record the NFL has seen for that demographic since 2001.

That makes the...