SNL Review: Melissa McCarthy Hosts for Sixth Time
Melissa McCarthy returns to host Saturday Night Live for a sixth time in a festive but uneven episode featuring political satire and physical comedy sketches. Read our full recap.
Category : Comedy
Melbourne's $500k AI Comedy Robot Experiment
A University of Melbourne researcher is using a $500k grant to teach a swarm of 10 robots standup comedy, starting with non-verbal humour. Can AI ever be genuinely funny?
James Acaster's Chaotic Saturday Kitchen Meltdown
Comedian James Acaster's furious on-air tantrum on BBC's Saturday Kitchen, after losing a food vote, has viewers calling it 2025's top TV moment. See the fallout.
Colbert Mocks Hegseth Over Venezuela, Trump-Epstein Links
Stephen Colbert's sharp exchange with Pete Hegseth over Venezuela and Trump's Epstein ties ignites political debate. Dive into the full story and its implications.
Guz Khan: The Comedian Who Became a Christmas TV Icon
Comedian Guz Khan discusses his new BBC Christmas special 'Stuffed', his journey from 'Man Like Mobeen' to festive favourite, and why his 'brown arse' won't return to Lapland. Read the exclusive interview.
Review: Josh Jones's 'vanishingly insubstantial' Glasgow set
Mancunian comic Josh Jones brought his tour to Glasgow, but the show was criticised for lacking substance and strong jokes. Read our full review of the performance at The Stand.
Late-night hosts target Hegseth and Trump's naps
Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert skewer Pete Hegseth over Venezuela strike fallout and Donald Trump's cabinet meeting snooze. Get the full late-night TV roundup.
Late-Night Hosts Mock Trump's MRI and Ableist Slur
Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel dissect Donald Trump's use of an ableist slur and his baffling claim to know nothing about his own MRI scan. Read the full late-night TV roundup.
'Too Offensive' Blackadder Script Sells for Charity
An unpublished Blackadder Christmas special script, scrapped in the 1980s for fear of causing offence, is on sale for £10,000. Proceeds support children's education charity Theirworld.
Peter Kay on Billy Connolly's Parkinson's health
Comedian Peter Kay reveals Sir Billy Connolly is 'not so good' 15 years after Parkinson's diagnosis. Read the latest on his health and Kay's own eating disorder battle.
Mammoth Series 2 Review: BBC's Subversive 70s Sitcom
Mike Bubbins returns as Tony Mammoth in the BBC Two sitcom's second series. This review explores the show's deadpan send-up of masculinity and its surprising insights into modern life. Watch now on BBC iPlayer.
Alan Carr's New Wine Podcast 'Bottoms Up' Launches
Comedian Alan Carr teams up with Lee Peart for the hilarious 'Bottoms Up' wine podcast. Plus, discover this week's top audio picks, from David Suchet's Dickens to nuclear history. Tune in now!
Comedians' 14-Year Friendship Through Life's Ups and Downs
Comedians Cariad Lloyd and Rachel Parris reflect on their 14-year friendship forged through improv comedy, parenting journeys and supporting each other through grief. Discover their heartwarming story.
Judi Love's Comedy Tour Finds Humour in Past Trauma
Comedian Judi Love reveals how laughter helped her heal from trauma as she prepares for 23-date tour 'All About the Love'. The TV star discusses her journey from social work to comedy stardom.
Peter Kay Rejects Netflix Over Phoenix Nights Warnings
Comedian Peter Kay reveals he turned down Netflix's offer to stream Phoenix Nights due to their request for trigger warnings. Discover why he chose to keep the classic comedy 'not politically correct'.
Joe Thomas blasts David Beckham's Queen queue moment
The Inbetweeners actor Joe Thomas has launched a scathing attack on David Beckham, calling his decision to queue for the Queen's lying in state 'virtue signalling'. Read the full story here.
Dinner Party Chat: AI Art, Trump & Spotify Boycotts
Navigate awkward silences with our guide to 2025's hottest topics, from AI museums and Spotify boycotts to Saudi comedy gigs and nuclear thrillers. Master the art of conversation today!
South Park Turkey Trot Festival Attacked by US Government
South Park's annual Turkey Trot festival faces Saudi sponsorship controversy and a full-scale government assault in the latest episode, setting up an explosive season finale.
Rob Beckett becomes permanent Cats Does Countdown captain
Channel 4 confirms Rob Beckett as permanent team captain on 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown following Sean Lock's death. New series premieres this Christmas with Judi Love as regular guest.
Peter Kay reveals new charity tour dates after surgery
Comedian Peter Kay announces new 2026 tour dates with profits going to 12 cancer charities, following recent surgery that forced show rescheduling. Tickets on sale Sunday.
Kimmel and Meyers Roast Trump's Bizarre Turkey Pardon
Late-night hosts Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Meyers recap Donald Trump's rambling turkey pardon speech, his claims about crime, and the revival of Rush Hour 4. Read the full analysis.
Trump's 'Smitten' Meeting with Mamdani Stuns Late-Night
Late-night hosts Seth Meyers and Jimmy Kimmel dissect Donald Trump's surprisingly friendly Oval Office meeting with New York's mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, revealing a stark contrast to previous rhetoric.
Linehan cleared of harassment but guilty of damage
Father Ted creator Graham Linehan found not guilty of harassment but convicted of criminal damage to trans activist's phone. Read the full court verdict details.
Hardeep Singh Kohli appears in court on rape charge
Comedian and broadcaster Hardeep Singh Kohli appears at Glasgow Sheriff Court charged with rape and a domestic abuse offence. He was granted bail.
Daddy Issues Series 2 Review: Comedy Finds Its Feet
Danielle Ward's father-daughter sitcom returns with sublime one-liners and heartfelt moments. Aimee Lou Wood and David Morrissey shine in this growing comedy gem now on BBC iPlayer.
Jon Richardson's Career Pivot After Beaumont Split
Comedian Jon Richardson reveals how playing villain Darius Donovan in Waterloo Road helped him navigate divorce from Lucy Beaumont and career uncertainty. Read his emotional journey.
Ruby Wax's Bitter Feud with Louis Theroux Uncovered
As Ruby Wax enters the I'm A Celebrity jungle, we explore her long-standing resentment towards Louis Theroux, whom she accused of copying her unique interview style. Discover the full story behind this presenting legend clash.
Katherine Ryan 'Afraid of Men' Comments Spark Backlash
Comedian Katherine Ryan faces mixed reactions after revealing her fear of men on BBC Radio 4, prompting fans to defend her against critics. Read the full story.
Colbert on Trump's Epstein Files Reversal
Stephen Colbert and fellow late-night hosts dissect Donald Trump's contradictory stance on the Epstein files release. Discover the political fallout and comedic takes.
Kimmel responds to Trump's latest firing demand on show
Jimmy Kimmel defiantly responds to Donald Trump's latest call for his firing, accusing the former president of repeated attempts to silence him. Read the full exchange.
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