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Pioneering Comic Paul Mooney, Dies at 79
Jake Coyle | Associated Press Paul Mooney, the boundary-pushing comedian who was Richard Pryor's longtime writing partner and whose bold, incisive musings on racism and American life made him a revered figure in stand-up, has died. He was 79. Cassandra Williams, Mooney's publicist
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Harriet Tubman Would Ruin Spider-Man In A Fight, 'Drag Race' Winner Bob Tells Ziwe - Blavity
If you’ve watched Ziwe , you know it’s hard to leave the comedian host speechless. But that’s precisely what happened when recent guest Bob The Drag Queen answered a question we never knew we had. The non-binary diva was in the pink seat when Ziwe asked him to elaborate on a statement from
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What you need to know about the Ekurhuleni Comedy Festival
Here's what you need to know about the eighth annual Ekurhuleni Comedy Festival taking place at Carnival City this November.
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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African
Comedy and music artists encourage community to Fall Back in Love - Texas Metro News
By Sylvia Dunnavant HinesTexas Metro News Comedy and rhythm and blues might not sound like the ideal combination, but for the Fall Back the Love Comedy & Music Jam it […] The post Comedy and music artists encourage community to Fall Back in Love appeared first on Texas Metro News.
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Exit Zodwa, enter William Last KRM
A week after South African artist Zodwa Wabantu was banned from performing in Malawi, the country has beckoned Botswana's William Last KRM. The Malawian comedian, Felistus 'Nya uyu' Ngwira confirmed the news. According to Nya uyu, the Motswana will grace Vilekeke Night of Laughter series of
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Source: Malawi 24 | Malawi news
No felony charge for man who tackled Dave Chappelle on stage
The man who tackled comedian Dave Chappelle during a performance at the Hollywood Bowl will not be charged with any felonies, the district attorney's office said Thursday, May 5. By Andrew Dalton, AP Entertainment Writer Isaiah Lee, 23, was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon, police
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Generation Next and JohnHope Entertainment to Present a Three-Day Comedy Tour
Non-profit and Democratic Club Generation Next and John Hope Entertainment will be hosting a three-day comedy tour. The tour will feature Tyler Chronicles from MTV’s Wild ‘N’ Out, Vanessa Fraction from HBO’s Def Comedy Jam, and Ronnie Jordan from P. Diddy’s Bad Boys of Comedy.
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Pioneering Comic Paul Mooney, a Writer for Pryor, Dies at 79 - Los Angeles Sentinel
Paul Mooney, a boundary-pushing comedian who was Richard Pryor's longtime writing partner and whose sage, incisive musings on racism and American life made him a revered figure in stand-up, has died. He was
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Cathy Anne On ‘SNL’ Has The Answer For Insurrectionists: Throw The Nazis In Prison
“Saturday Night Live” tackled the storming of the Capitol with words of wisdom from Cecily Strong’s character Cathy Anne on “Weekend Update” — and in a sketch about surprise participants…
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LeVar Burton joins Scripps National Spelling Bee as host - Los Angeles Sentinel
LeVar Burton has been hired as host of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, giving the competition a celebrity headliner who's also a longtime literacy advocate as Scripps takes over production of the bee
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‘CA$H COMEDY JAM’ premieres at the Manhattan Casino tomorrow
Damion Davis is bringing the Cash Comedy Jam - his first open mike show with a cash competition - to the Manhattan Casino tomorrow, Oct. 22 at 8 p.m. Pictured here with Jabaar Edmond. BY J.A. JONES, Staff Writer ST. PETERSBURG - Damion Davis recalls people telling him he needed to do comedy from an
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Comedy Actor Sinbad in Recovery After Experiencing Stroke
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Robin Thede’s ‘A Black Lady Sketch Show’ Renewed For Season 3
The second season of HBO of the Robin Thede-led, Emmy-nominated sketch comedy series, A Black Lady Sketch Show, has been picked up for a third season. Announced ahead of this […] The post Robin Thede’s ‘A Black Lady Sketch Show’ Renewed For Season 3 appeared first on Essence.
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List of nominees to the 80th annual Golden Globe Awards - The Atlanta Voice
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) —Nominees for the 80th annual Golden Globe Awards, which were announced Monday by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. FILM Best picture, drama: “Avatar: The Way of Water”; “Elvis”; “The Fabelmans”; “Tár”; “Top Gun: Maverick.” Best picture, musical o
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People, Places and Things
By Gwen DeRu TODAY… **THIRSTY THURSDAY at Hookah 114 17th Street No. **READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Get all the latest news. **WATCH LOTS OF MOVIES - Check out the Sidewalk Film Fest for lots more. FRIDAY… **MOVIE NIGHT: Rent and Watch movies at Sidewalkfest.com. **COMEDIAN KERWIN CLAIBORNE at the
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'Booty Call' Turns 25: See The Film's Stars Then And Now
Booty Call, which debuted in 1997, was a wild and hilariously raunchy comedy film that followed two couples during a double date. The evening produced plenty of laughs, but the […] The post 'Booty Call' Turns 25: See The Film's Stars Then And Now appeared first on Essence.
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Historic First: Tracy Morgan Will Become The First Black Person To Receive The Friars Club Icon Award
Tracy Morgan will make history as the first Black person to receive the Friars Club Entertainment Icon Award.
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'B.A.P.S' Movie Sensation Natalie Desselle Reid Passes Away at 53—Hollywood Grieves Her Absence From The Stage - Los Angeles Sentinel
Natalie Desselle Reid at 53 years old passes away from colon cancer on December 7, her manager Delores Robinson announced the news Monday afternoon, It was a private battle she was facing with the support of her husband Leonard Reid and three children that she leaves memories of priceless family
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Happy Birthday to the Late Great Bernie Mac, a True King of Comedy and Acting
Photo credits: Mark J. Terrill/The Associated Press |ImagesOnline.com Bernie Mac was very young – only 50 years of age – when he died 12 years ago. Today, we still miss his great gift of comedy. Born Bernard Jeffrey McCullough on October 5, 1957, in the Englewood area of Chicago, Illinois' south
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Trevor Noah slammed for 'snubbing' Mzansi in upcoming world tour
Not a laughing matter: 'The Daily Show' host Trevor Noah has excluded South Africa from his 'Back To Abnormal' world tour and fans are not charmed...
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ABC’s Comedy ‘Abbott Elementary’ Renewed For A Second Season
This year’s breakout comedy Abbott Elementary has been renewed for a second season, ABC announced on Monday. Abbott Elementary – starring, created and written by Quinta Brunson – is set […] The post ABC’s Comedy ‘Abbott Elementary’ Renewed For A Second Season appeared first on Essence.
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GWEN DERU HELLO WORLD!!! DOORS CONTINUE TO OPEN!!!  …SEE YOU AGAIN, SOON!! TODAY… **READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Catch up on the news! **THURSDAY NIGHT WORKOUTS with Live Females at the Blu Onyx. **HEY DREAMER WITH AMACIO FAVOR + SOUNDS IN MY HEAD at The Nick. **LIVE KARAOKE SHOWCASE hosted by LOGAN
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How conservative comic Greg Gutfeld overtook Stephen Colbert in ratings to become the most popular late-night TV host | New Pittsburgh Courier
In August 2021, comedian Greg Gutfeld’s weeknight talk show ‘Gutfeld!’ became the highest-rated late-night talk show in the U.S. Gary Miller/Getty Images by Nick Marx, Colorado State University and Matt Sienkiewicz, Boston College In August 2021, Fox News’ “Gutfeld!,” a late-night comedy-talk show
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Cedric The Entertainer Reacts To Katt Williams ‘Stolen Joke’ Allegations
Katt Williams chopped it up with The Morning Hustle to talk about future projects and life during quarantine. The conversation took an unexpected turn when Katt accused Cedric The Entertainer of stealing his joke and using it as his closing line for the popular Kings Of Comedy special. 
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Critical Race History in Texas - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
In late December 2015, Constance Hollie-Jawaid and I were still working on the final plans for the dedication ceremony for a Texas state historical marker commemorating the Slocum Massacre. The fight to get the marker approved had been grueling, and, on that particular day, we had traveled to
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Holiday Bowl Canceled After Organizers Unable to Find a Replacement For UCLA - Los Angeles Sentinel
Holiday Bowl organizers today announced cancellation of the game, acknowledging they were unable to find a replacement team for UCLA, which was unable to play due to COVID-19 protocols within the
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Emmy Host Cedric the Entertainer Says Stuffiness is Banned - Voice and Viewpoint
By Lynn Elber, Associated Press As busy as Cedric the Entertainer is with his sitcom “The Neighborhood” and other projects, he quickly said yes when asked to host his first major awards show. Then he sought advice on how to handle Sunday’s Emmy ceremony, airing on CBS (8 p.m. EDT). “Steve
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'Racism Detective' Trevor Noah Hands Down Verdict On Republican Sen. David Perdue
"The Daily Show" host put his magnifying glass to the Georgia lawmaker's comments about Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris.
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By Gwen DeRu CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY…THIS AND EVERY MONTH!! TODAY… **COMEDIAN SID DAVIS at the StarDome Comedy Club. **THIRSTY THURSDAY at Hookah 114 17th Street No. **READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Get all the latest news. **WATCH LOTS OF MOVIES …after dinner and with the family and friends. Check
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Malawi Police: We’ll only investigate if Nya-Uyu reports
The Malawi Police has said it can only investigate sexual misconduct of corporate CEOs if Nya-Uyu formally reports her allegations. In an interview with Malawi24, National Police Spokesperson Harry Namwaza said that the police cannot start with investigations unless the comedian submits complaint
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