The real reason why Maya Rudolph’s ‘SNL’ skit with Barack Obama was yanked off air

The real reason why Maya Rudolph’s ‘SNL’ skit with Barack Obama was yanked off air

Maya Rudolph’s sketch didn’t quite hit the funny bone. The comedian, 53, revealed that she and former President Barack Obama were set to appear alongside Amy Poehler and Darrell Hammond in an “SNL” sketch. However, the bit was pulled from the show. Maya Rudolph and Amy Poehler dish on “SNL.” “It was a sketch where … Read more

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ star reveals his sequel idea: ‘One in the works right now’

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ star reveals his sequel idea: ‘One in the works right now’

Joel Kim Booster’s idea for a sequel is nothing short of golden. The comedian, 37, starred in one of the most buzzed about movies of the year, the animated musical action “KPop Demon Hunters.” After voicing Romance Saja, a demonic member of the K-Pop group, the Saja Boys, Booster sees room for his character to be featured … Read more

Exclusive | Inside Annie Potts’ new Josh Charles comedy ‘Best Medicine’ — and the co-star that nearly bit her

Exclusive | Inside Annie Potts’ new Josh Charles comedy ‘Best Medicine’ — and the co-star that nearly bit her

She’s ready to set sail.  Annie Potts has done nearly everything in Hollywood, but her new Fox comedy “Best Medicine” put her in a new situation.  “It was really different from the things that I played. And I always look for that,” Potts, 73, told The Post.  She quipped, “It is interesting to have as … Read more

Chevy Chase reveals he was ‘hurt’ by ‘SNL: 50 Anniversary Special’ exclusion

Chevy Chase reveals he was ‘hurt’ by ‘SNL: 50 Anniversary Special’ exclusion

This didn’t quite hit the funny bone for Chevy Chase. The comedian, 82, revealed that being excluded from “SNL50: The Anniversary Special” was a hurtful moment. “Well, it was kind of upsetting actually,” Chase said in the upcoming CNN documentary, “I’m Chevy Chase and You’re Not.” “This is probably the first time I’m saying it. But I … Read more

‘Anaconda’ review: Jack Black and Paul Rudd remake J.Lo’s snake movie in funny, average comedy

‘Anaconda’ review: Jack Black and Paul Rudd remake J.Lo’s snake movie in funny, average comedy

movie review ANACONDA Running time: 100 minutes. Rated PG-13 (violence/action, strong language, some drug use and suggestive references). In theaters Dec. 25. Who would have thought that 1997’s “Anaconda,” in which Jennifer Lopez, Ice Cube and Jon Voight run from a giant snake in the middle of the Amazon Rainforest, would leave a significant enough … Read more

Michael Douglas says ‘All in the Family’ political clashes wouldn’t be played for laughs today

Michael Douglas says ‘All in the Family’ political clashes wouldn’t be played for laughs today

Actor Michael Douglas mused in a new interview that the political dynamics that made for comedy gold in “All in the Family” wouldn’t go over as well in today’s climate. Appearing on a CBS News special about Rob Reiner, who was murdered last week along with his wife Michele, Douglas reflected on the 1970s sitcom “All in … Read more

Dave Chappelle surprises fans with Netflix special after Joshua-Paul fight

Dave Chappelle surprises fans with Netflix special after Joshua-Paul fight

Dave Chappelle is hitting the funny bone. On Friday, the comedian, 52, revealed he was dropping a Netflix special called “Dave Chappelle: The Unstoppable…” immediately after the Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua fight. “I wanted to shout out my hometown Washington D.C., and thank everybody that came out in October to support me at that … Read more

Tom Cruise looks unrecognizable in teaser for new comedy ‘Digger’

Tom Cruise looks unrecognizable in teaser for new comedy ‘Digger’

It’s impossible.  Tom Cruise is teaming up with Oscar-winning “The Revenant” director Alejandro González Iñárritu – and in the new “Digger” teaser, the “Mission: Impossible” actor looks unrecognizable.  In the first trailer for the upcoming comedy, Cruise, 63, is only shown in silhouette and from far away. His face isn’t revealed. However, his hair in … Read more

Exclusive | Stephen Colbert interviewed Conan O’Brien at NJPAC. Here’s what happened

Exclusive | Stephen Colbert interviewed Conan O’Brien at NJPAC. Here’s what happened

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. This past Sunday night, two of (inarguably) the funniest human beings on the planet shared a stage in Newark. On Dec. 7, Stephen Colbert interviewed Conan O’Brien at the regal … Read more

Weird Al announces 2026 ‘Bigger and Weirder Tour,’ UBS Arena show. Get tickets

Weird Al announces 2026 ‘Bigger and Weirder Tour,’ UBS Arena show. Get tickets

Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. 2026 just got a lot…weirder. Weird Al Yankovic announced he’s extending his ‘Bigger and Weirder Tour’ with special guest Puddles Pity Party. … Read more

What do the cheapest tickets cost to see Bill Murray on tour in 2026?

What do the cheapest tickets cost to see Bill Murray on tour in 2026?

Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Bill Murray isn’t just one of the pre-eminent comic actors of the 20th and 21st century. The “Saturday Night Live” alum and … Read more

Will Ferrell pausing on Netflix Golf comedy series after suffering injury: report

Will Ferrell pausing on Netflix Golf comedy series after suffering injury: report

He immediately regrets this decision. Will Ferrell is reportedly on pause from filming his Netflix golf comedy after the actor sustained an injury. According to TMZ, the “Anchorman” star, 58, suffered a minor injury that was not “serious.”  But, it kept him from being able to film scenes at the Bicycle Casino, located outside of … Read more

Exclusive | I went to a 2-hour comedy show inside a sauna — the best health benefit hit when I got home

Exclusive | I went to a 2-hour comedy show inside a sauna — the best health benefit hit when I got home

You’ve heard the old trick about picturing the audience in their underwear to calm stage fright… but what if you were stripped down to your skivvies too? On Tuesday night, four standout comedians did exactly that, performing not on a stage but on the steps of a sauna at one of the city’s buzziest bathhouses, … Read more

Steve Martin and Martin Short extend tour into 2026. Get tickets today

Steve Martin and Martin Short extend tour into 2026. Get tickets today

Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Two of comedy’s most youthful performers turned 75 and 80-years-old this year. And they’re not showing any signs of slowing down any … Read more

MTV’s ‘Ridiculousness’ with Rob Dyrdek canceled — after a whopping 46 seasons

MTV’s ‘Ridiculousness’ with Rob Dyrdek canceled — after a whopping 46 seasons

How ridiculous. MTV has canceled Rob Dyrdek’s long-running comedy clip series “Ridiculousness” after an impressive 14 years and 46 seasons, The Post can confirm. “No more original episodes of ‘Ridiculousness’ will be produced,” sources familiar with the decision told The Post on Friday. Rob Dyrdek in Los Angeles, California, on April 17, 2012. WireImage Dyrdek … Read more

The 2025 NY Comedy Festival starts soon. Here are 19 shows you can’t miss

The 2025 NY Comedy Festival starts soon. Here are 19 shows you can’t miss

Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. There’s a lot going on at the 2025 New York Comedy Festival. The first thing one notices after checking out their expansive … Read more

How Sydney Sweeney reacted to jokes about her chest at Matt Rife comedy show — alongside Scooter Braun

How Sydney Sweeney reacted to jokes about her chest at Matt Rife comedy show — alongside Scooter Braun

Sydney Sweeney can take a joke. The “Christy” actress, 28, and her rumored new beau, Scooter Braun, attended Matt Rife’s comedy show in Los Angeles on Tuesday night, where jokes were made about Sweeney right in front of her, according to the Hollywood Reporter. The outlet reported that Sweeney and Braun, 44, arrived at the … Read more

How much are tickets to see Conan O’Brien and Stephen Colbert in New Jersey?

How much are tickets to see Conan O’Brien and Stephen Colbert in New Jersey?

Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Prepare for witticisms, quips, knee-slappers and perhaps even a well-timed barb. On Sunday, Dec. 7, Conan O’Brien and Stephen Colbert are slated … Read more

Cybill Shepherd gives major update on longtime feuds with co-stars Bruce Willis, Christine Baranski

Cybill Shepherd gives major update on longtime feuds with co-stars Bruce Willis, Christine Baranski

Chances are, Cybill Shepherd has mended fences with her former co-stars. And the actress, 75, confirmed as much while opening up about her friendships with Bruce Willis and Christine Baranski. Shepherd revealed she was able to make up with her “Moonlighting” co-star, Willis, 70, before his aphasia diagnosis. Cybill Shepherd (Maddie), Bruce Willis (David) in Season 5 of “Moonlighting.” … Read more

How to watch new HBO comedy ‘The Chair Company’ starring Tim Robinson

How to watch new HBO comedy ‘The Chair Company’ starring Tim Robinson

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Tim Robinson is bringing his surreal brand of comedy to HBO Sunday nights. The comedian and actor known for shows like “I Think You Should Leave” and “Detroiters” is the … Read more