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It was a massively star-studded affair at the SNL50: The Anniversary Special on Sunday evening (February 16) held at Studio 8H in Rockefeller Center in New York City.

Saturday Night Live celebrated it’s 50th anniversary with hundreds of stars who have appeared on the show over the years.

From music stars like Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter and Cher, to actors like Ayo Edebiri, Emma Stone and Anya Taylor-Joy.

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The late-night sketch show’s special featured many returning sketches, with past and present SNL cast members reprising their characters, and even several celebrities who have hosted reprising their characters!

We have gathered every celebrity, cast member and more’s looks from the red carpet and you can see over 200 below…

Abby Elliott

Adam & Jackie Sandler

Adria Arjona & Jason Momoa

Aidy Bryant

Alex & Hilaria Baldwin

Alex Moffat & Caroline Kingsley Moffat

Al Franken

Al Sharpton

Amelia Dimoldenberg...

NBC celebrated Saturday Night Live on Friday night with over three hours of music history on SNL50: The Homecoming Concert. The special hosted by Emmy winner Jimmy Fallon streamed live from Radio City Music Hall in New York City and is now available to stream on Peacock.

Musical acts included Arcade Fire, Backstreet Boys, Bad Bunny, Bonnie Raitt, Brandi Carlile, Brittany Howard, Cher, Chris Martin, Dave Grohl, David Byrne, Devo, Eddie Vedder, Jack White, Jelly Roll, Lady Gaga, Lauryn Hill, Miley Cyrus, Mumford & Sons, Post Malone, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Robyn, Snoop Dogg, St. Vincent, the B-52s, the Roots, and Wyclef Jean. Surprise comedy musical performances included Bill Murray, Paul Shaffer, Andy Samberg, Chris Parnell, Will Ferrell, Ana Gasteyer, Maya Rudolph, Fred Armisen, and Tracy Morgan.

But that doesn’t end the festivities. Sunday night’s SNL50: The Anniversary Special will switch over from mostly music to almost...

Silly comedies have their value. They can be fun, easy to watch, an ideal way to spend a night when you are tired or in no need for context, just entertainment. There is, however, a limit to how silly a comedy can be, since after a point, the film is not fun any more, just a tedious succession of jokes that do not work. Unfortunately, “Con Job” is one of those movies.

Chris and Angus have hatched an elaborate plan to swindle the latter’s estranged brother, Tim, bring him back from Thailand, drug him, and forge his signature to sell their late father’s house to developers. Chris has even arranged for a corrupt notary, who also happens to be his personal trainer, to legitimize the documents, and they have even lied to Tim that Chris is about to get married in order to convince him to come back.

Ian Niles returns with Con Job, a darkly comedic sequel to his debut, Lie Hard. This time, Niles takes on the triple threat role of writer, director, and lead actor as he delivers a chaotic yet mildly-entertaining romp.

The story follows Chris (Niles), a self-absorbed schemer, and his dimwitted best friend, Angus (Menuhin Hart). Their plan to con Chris’s estranged brother, Tim (Dean Edwards), takes a wild and and surreal turn when a dead body, a bumbling petty criminal, and a well-meaning neighbour complicate matters.

Niles’ direction is a masterclass in physical comedy and slapstick humour, reminiscent of his previous work. The chemistry between Niles and Hart is undeniable, their dynamic is often reminiscent of classic buddy comedies like Dumb and Dumber.

Elsewhere, the supporting cast, which includes Aaron Berg as a manic notary and Julia Claire Schweitzer as a scheming food delivery driver, delivers memorable performances that elevate the film’s comedic moments.

The film industry is no stranger to comedies that delve into serious and even heinous crimes. A dash of wild humor can often provide a unique way to navigate through seemingly insurmountable situations, laying the groundwork for what we know as dark comedy. Indeed, a sequence of unfortunate events has long been a staple for eliciting laughter. With this in mind, one might expect Ian Niles, in his third directorial endeavor, “Con Job,” to bring a novel or at least a digestible twist to the crime-comedy genre. Yet, disappointingly, the lack of innovation in the formula is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the multitude of problems plaguing his latest film. The whimsicality of “Con Job” can be thought of as both its best friend and the worst adversary.

The movie begins with a peculiar gathering. Chris, who is financially struggling, is friends with brothers Tim and Angus,...

In today’s TV news roundup, HBO released the premiere date of its film “Black Art: In the Absence of Light” and Netflix unveiled the trailer for its live-action adaptation of “Winx Club,” “Fate: The Winx Saga.”

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Tiffany Haddish’s “They Ready” will return for Season 2 on Feb. 2, Netflix announced. The Emmy-nominated stand-up comedy series features comedians personally chosen by Haddish performing a 15 to 20-minute sets and reminiscing over their time in the business with Haddish. This season will feature Dean Edwards, Kimberly Clark, Tony Woods, Barbara Carlyle, Godfrey and Erin Jackson. Watch the a below.

Netflix’s “Behind Her Eyes,” a British psychological thriller based on Sarah Pinborough’s novel of the same name, will premiere Feb. 17. Created by Steve Lightfoot, the limited series follows Louise, a single mom working at a psychiatrist’s office who begins an affair with her boss and strikes up a secret friendship with his wife.

Paramount+ will enter the streaming wars with its launch on Thursday, March 4 in the U.S. and Latin America, our sister site Variety reports.

The ViacomCBS subscription service is an expanded rebrand of CBS All Access, with dedicated hubs for the company’s portfolio of cable properties such as Nickelodeon, MTV, BET and Comedy Central. The streamer will also feature a number of forthcoming original series, including an iCarly revival, the Godfather making-of drama The Offer, the Kate Beckinsale-starring dark comedy Guilty Party and a Grease spinoff.

More from TVLineiCarly Revival Ordered at Paramount+ Streaming Service; Original Stars Miranda Cosgrove,...

Tiffany Haddish’s Netflix stand-up series, featuring six comedians personally chosen by her, is returning for a second season and is set to film with an audience this weekend.

The streamer has renewed Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready and Deadline understands that it is shooting in Long Beach, California. It will air in 2021.

Deadline understands that audience members will be tested for Covid-19 before they are cleared to attend the event with testing provided by production. They will subsequently have their temperatures tested upon arrival, after a negative Covid result, and will be required to wear masks and adhere to social distancing.

Comedians involved this time include Godfrey, who voices President Obama on Showtime’s Our Cartoon President, Tony Woods, one of Dave Chappelle’s main influences, Barbara Carlyle, who has appeared on Apollo Comedy Hour and Def Jam, Erin Jackson, who has appeared on Late Night with Seth Meyers and Conan,...

Tiffany Haddish has assembled more of her favorite comedians — and now, with a second season order for Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready, she will be able to shine the Netflix spotlight on all of them.

The new batch of episodes, set to premiere in 2021, will introduce six more comics of Haddish’s choosing. The new group includes Dean Edwards (Saturday Night Live), Kimberly Clark (Last Comic Standing), Tony Woods (Comedy Central Presents), Barbara Carlyle (Def Comedy Jam 25), Godfrey (Our Cartoon President) and Erin Jackson (Late Night with Seth Meyers).

As was the case season one, it’s a collection of women, people of ...

Tiffany Haddish has assembled more of her favorite comedians — and now, with a second season order for Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready, she will be able to shine the Netflix spotlight on all of them.

The new batch of episodes, set to premiere in 2021, will introduce six more comics of Haddish’s choosing. The new group includes Dean Edwards (Saturday Night Live), Kimberly Clark (Last Comic Standing), Tony Woods (Comedy Central Presents), Barbara Carlyle (Def Comedy Jam 25), Godfrey (Our Cartoon President) and Erin Jackson (Late Night with Seth Meyers).

As was the case season one, it’s a collection of women, people of ...

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Is America great enought? Has the Our Cartoon President TV show been cancelled or renewed for a third season on Showtime? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Our Cartoon President, season three. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?  

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A Showtime animated comedy, Our Cartoon President parodies the Trump presidency. The voice cast includes Jeff Bergman, Stephen Colbert, James Adomian, Paul Christie, Paul Davis, Zach Cherry, Anna Eilinsfeld, R.J. Fried, Molly Gordon, Gabe Gundacker, James Monroe Iglehart, Mike Leech, Cody Lindquist, Allie Levitan, Emily Lynne, Katie Rich, Dean Edwards, Mike Macrae, Iman Crosson, Griffin Newman, John Viener, Amanda Philipson, Matthew Piazzi, Jim Santangeli, Zach Smilovitz, Thomas Whittington, Ziwe Fumudoh, Alise Morales,...

While last year's ratings would have seen it cancelled on a broadcast network, the inaugural season of the Our Cartoon President TV show did pretty well by Showtime standards. It even bested some live-action programming (none of which are returning). Now that it's back for a second season, can it continue to build its audience, or has the novelty worn off? Will Our Cartoon President be cancelled or renewed for season three? Stay tuned. *Status update below.

An animated comedy, Our Cartoon President parodies the Donald Trump presidency. The Showtime voice cast includes Jeff Bergman, Stephen Colbert, James Adomian, Paul Christie, Paul Davis, Zach Cherry, Anna Eilinsfeld, R.J. Fried, Molly Gordon, Gabe Gundacker, James Monroe Iglehart, Mike Leech, Cody Lindquist, Allie Levitan, Emily Lynne, Katie Rich, Dean Edwards, Mike Macrae, Iman Crosson, Griffin Newman, John Viener, Amanda Philipson, Matthew Piazzi, Jim Santangeli, Zach Smilovitz,...

Does the second season of the Our Cartoon President TV show on Showtime make America laugh again? As we all know, the Nielsen ratings typically play a big role in determining whether a TV show like Our Cartoon President is cancelled or renewed for season three. Unfortunately, most of us do not live in Nielsen households. Because many viewers feel frustration when their viewing habits and opinions aren't considered, we'd like to offer you the chance to rate all of the season two episodes of Our Cartoon President here.

A Showtime animated comedy, Our Cartoon President parodies the Trump presidency. The voice cast includes Jeff Bergman, Stephen Colbert, James Adomian, Paul Christie, Paul Davis, Zach Cherry, Anna Eilinsfeld, R.J. Fried, Molly Gordon, Gabe Gundacker, James Monroe Iglehart, Mike Leech, Cody Lindquist, Allie Levitan, Emily Lynne, Katie Rich, Dean Edwards, Mike Macrae, Iman Crosson, Griffin...

With the current boycott of the Oscars due to its lack of racial diversity in nominees, it's just a dumb idea to cast white actor Joseph Fiennes to play black musician Michael Jackson; even if it's for comedy. While Jackson has been played by white actors Fred Armisen and Amy Poehler on SNL in the past, due to a combination of vitiligo and cosmetic surgeries and skin procedures to make Jackson look more like Peter Pan, even after those procedures he was still black and was been played black actors Tim Meadows, Chris Rock, and Dean Edwards on SNL; so it's entirely possible and appropriate to still have a black actor play Jackson.

What makes this project even weirder is that it's about a reported road trip taken by Jackson, Elizabeth Taylor, and Marlon Brando shortly after 9/11 from New York to Ohio; the visual of all three of them in one car is bizarre.

Gaby Roslin will guest present Lorraine next week.

The 50-year-old will fill in for Lorraine Kelly from Monday, February 16 to Friday, February 20.

The presenter is taking the week off to spend time with her family over the school holidays.

She said: "Lorraine is without doubt the kindest, sweetest woman on telly with a wicked sense of humour. They are very tough shoes to fill and I'm hugely touched that she's asked me to look after her show whilst she's away. I can't wait."

Roslin previously hosted The Big Breakfast with Chris Evans, and has also worked on the BBC's Top Dog and Food Inspectors. She currently hosts her own show on BBC London Radio.

Guests on Lorraine next week include Ashley Roberts, Sam Bailey, Claire Sweeney, Nadia Sawalha, John Whaite and Dean Edwards.

Last year, Kelly celebrated her 30th year in breakfast television with a special edition of her long-running show.

Melissa McCarthy hosted Saturday Night Live last night for the third time with musical guest Imagine Dragons, but the popular comedienne’s performance was overshadowed by the fact that it was Seth Meyers‘s last show. Amy Poehler, Andy Samberg, Fred Armisen and Stefon (aka Bill Hader) all showed up in support of the long-time Saturday Night Live cast member and gave him a heartfelt send off.

Seth Meyers has been a part of the Saturday Night Live family for 12 years (Darrell Hammond is the only cast member who’s been on the show longer than that). He joined the cast as a featured player alongside Amy Poehler, Dean Edwards and Jeff Richards. While the latter two never found stardom on SNL, Meyers and Poehler became a kind of team. The duo worked together on sketches such as Spy Glass, Little Sleuths and the Needlers (aka the couple that should...

Halloween is almost here, and "Extra" has the scoop on how television's best shows are getting into costume to spook you!

"Glee" is bringing the horror show with "The Time Warp," and "Family Guy's" Peter Griffin executes a series of painful and humiliating Halloween pranks on unsuspecting families, and there's more...

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Halloween 2010 on Tvfox's 'Glee' (Oct. 26)

Will (Matthew Morrison) stages "The Rocky...

In a ceremony hosted by the comedian Dean Edwards, the Golden Trailer Awards, which honors the best in film trailers, named the trailer for "The Cove" Best in Show in their eleventh annual ceremony. "The Cove"'s win marked the first time a documentary took home the award. The dolphin-slaughtering exposé also took home the best documentary trailer award. The sickening trailer for "The Human Centipede" took home for Trashiest Trailer, and ...

Peter Andre has joined This Morning to provide additional showbiz reporting, ITV has announced. He will be joined in the new run - scheduled to begin September 1 - by number of other This Morning newcomers, including designers Linda Barker and Danielle Proud, and gardeners Diarmuid Gavin and Sven Wombwell. Jason Gardiner will front the fashion content. Chefs Gino D’Acampo, Jean Christophe Novelli, Rosemary Shrager, Chris Gates, Ed Baines, and Dean Edwards are also joining (more)...

The trailer for "Star Trek" was named best in show and also took home the Summer 2009 Blockbuster Award at the 10th annual Golden Trailer Awards, which were held Thursday night at the DGA Theater in Los Angeles.

At the awards ceremony -- hosted by Dean Edwards and founded and co-produced by sisters Evelyn Brady Watters and Monica Brady -- statuettes were handed out in 16 categories as well as best in show.

The best voiceover category was renamed the Don Lafontaine Award for Best Voice Over to honor Lafontaine, who lent his voice to numerous trailers before his death last year. That award went to "Tropic Thunder -- Hollywood Legend," narrated by Corey Burton.

While 16 awards were handed out at the event, winners were named in 61 categories, including foreign films, posters, TV spots and film festival materials. Lionsgate was the company with the most wins this year, taking nine Golden Trailer Awards.