Want Oktoberfest — hold the Germans? Look no further than our hockey-loving, igloo-curious friends to the north in Kitchener and Waterloo, Ontario. Those twin, heavily German-rooted Canadian cities are just an under-two-hour VIA train ride west from Toronto. Behind Munich, K-W’s is the world’s second-largest “Wiesn” (that’s what trendy Teutons hashtag their weeks-long party on … Read more
Nikki Bella went back to work days after her husband, Artem Chigvintsev, was arrested on a felony domestic violence charge. The retired WWE star, 40, co-hosted a live hot dog eating contest in Las Vegas on Monday. “Joey Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: Unfinished Beef,” which streamed on Netflix, marked Bella’s first public appearance since Chigvintsev’s arrest. Nikki … Read more
The fifth time isn’t a charm. In July, news broke that Jimmy Kimmel, 56, turned down the offer to host the 2025 Oscars. In recent years, the comedian and talk show host had become an Academy Awards favorite, as he acted as the emcee for the biggest night in Hollywood four times: in 2017, 2018, … Read more
The Oscars tried — and failed — to get two major comedians to host next year’s award ceremony. Jimmy Kimmel and John Mulaney both declined offers to emcee the 2025 Academy Awards airing on ABC, PEOPLE reported on Monday. Kimmel, 56, has hosted the Oscars four times before, including the last two years. Mulaney, 41, … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I was shocked at your response to “Hosted Out” (March 28), who was frustrated at having to host, feed and entertain her husband’s hunting buddy and his wife several times a year. I agreed with your suggestion that she stay elsewhere while these friends stay at her home so her husband will (hopefully) … Read more
Pat with the sass. Pat Sajak mocked a “Wheel of Fortune” contestant who made an incorrect guess on Wednesday night’s episode. The contestant, Allison, was trying to solve the puzzle phrase, “_ _ _ T S _ N D _ _ G _ R E S,” during the bonus round. A phrase puzzle on “Wheel … Read more
It’s a good thing Dua Lipa had all that Mermaid Barbie training. The Grammy-winning songstress — who had a tail of a cameo in last summer’s “Barbie” blockbuster —needed all of her water-nymph powers as she presided over a rain-soaked Times Square on Sunday night in a surprise pop-up performance that still had fans braving … Read more
He’s taking aim at his old boss. Comedian Hasan Minhaj, 38 — who seemed to have “The Daily Show” host gig in the bag to succeed Trevor Noah until he lost it amid scandal — is addressing what happened. At the “Netflix Is a Joke” comedy festival on Thursday, Minhaj hosted a showcase featuring … Read more
This topic will no longer be weighing on Oprah Winfrey’s chest. Winfrey, 70, who was recently trimmed from the WeightWatchers board of directors after admitting she uses a weight-loss drug, will tackle the controversial topic of prescription weight-loss injectables like Ozempic, Mounjaro and Wegovy in an upcoming ABC primetime special. “An Oprah Special: Shame, Blame … Read more
Four-time Oscars host Jimmy Kimmel thinks that Jo Koy should be given another chance to host the Golden Globes after his disastrous January debut in front of a national television audience. “It would be very smart,” Kimmel told the Hollywood Reporter. “I think he learned all the lessons, and he’s a funny guy. “I think … Read more
He is Kenough to host the Oscars once more. Late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel revealed Tuesday that he almost didn’t return to host the upcoming 2024 Academy Awards — but everything changed after watching Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie.” “I did not think I would ever do it again,” Kimmel, 56, told the Los Angeles Times regarding the award … Read more
Well, that was a nice surprise. Anthony Anderson eschewed the traditional awkward monologue on Monday night’s 75th Emmy Awards — delivering a clever salute to several classic TV shows accompanied by a piano and a “small, inclusive choir from Compton.” (“Kevin Costner is from Compton!” he joked.) That, in itself, meant the show was off to a … Read more
Give ’em a hand! Hollywood legend Steve Martin defended Joy Koy on Tuesday after the stand-up comic’s lukewarm performance during Sunday’s Golden Globe ceremony. “I tip my hat to anyone who steps out on stage to host a live awards show,” Martin, 78, posted on Threads. “It’s a very difficult job and not for the … Read more
Michael Che believes that comedians should “boycott” hosting gigs at award shows following Jo Koy’s butchered hosting job at the 81st annual Golden Globe Awards on Sunday. Che, who serves as the co-head writer on “Saturday Night Live,” rushed to social media Monday to defend Koy in the wake of criticism over his monologue. “Comedians should boycott … Read more
The Golden Globe for the most awkward award-show host goes to … A “hurt” Jo Koy appeared to be licking his wounds while appearing on “GMA3” Monday after he hosted the 81st annual Golden Globe Awards on Sunday. “I had fun. You know, it was a moment that I’ll always remember. It’s a tough room,” … Read more
Jo Koy is hosting the 2024 Golden Globes. That might have prompted you to wonder, “Who?” More famous comedians including Chris Rock reportedly turned down the gig. And, former Globes hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler reportedly said they were done. So, the job fell to Jo Koy. “This is my childhood dream,” Koy, 52, … Read more
Taylor Tomlinson is hitting it big time. The comedian, 29, was just announced to host her own late night show “After Midnight” and will replace James Corden’s time slot on CBS. The announcement was revealed on Wednesday’s episode of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” The series will drop in 2024 and Colbert will serve as executive … Read more
It’s Travis Kelce’s turn to play host. Taylor Swift, the Grammy-winning songstress and girlfriend of the Chiefs star, jetted to Kansas City on Monday morning, Page Six confirmed. The couple reportedly have Halloween plans together after Kelce and his teammates suffered a 24-9 loss in Denver on Sunday, with the tight end mustering six catches … Read more
Live from New York, it’s Pete Davidson. The “King of Staten Island” star will make his “Saturday Night Live” hosting debut on Oct. 14 as the show launches into its 49th season. Ice Spice will also make her first appearance on the show as the musical guest. Davidson, 29, was slated to host the show … Read more
Dinner at Howie’s? Joe Manganiello’s new hosting job has a wild connection to his ex-wife, Sofía Vergara. The “Magic Mike” star, 46, is set to host “Deal or No Deal Island,” which was originally hosted by Howie Mandel. Mandel, 67, will stay on to serve as the NBCUniversal show’s executive producer — while also staying … Read more