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SNL UK’s Second Season Premiere Turns Ed Sheeran’s Tour Crisis Into a Satirical Spectacle
entertainment23 days ago

SNL UK’s Second Season Premiere Turns Ed Sheeran’s Tour Crisis Into a Satirical Spectacle

Saturday Night Live UK’s second season premiere delivered a sustained, multi-segment satire targeting Ed Sheeran’s handling of the Macklemore controversy. Host Amelia Dimoldenberg mocked Sheeran as a 'red-headed puppet' in her opening monologue, while co-anchor Paddy Young and cast members skewered the singer’s refusal to take a political stance. The show’s jokes referenced Sheeran’s tearful Philadelphia concert, his removal of opener Macklemore, and the subsequent walkout of other support acts. This marks the second consecutive week SNL UK has centered its 'Weekend Update' segments on the fallout from the Loop Tour.

SNL UK Hosts Mock Ed Sheeran as 'Puppet' Amid Tour Controversy
entertainment23 days ago

SNL UK Hosts Mock Ed Sheeran as 'Puppet' Amid Tour Controversy

Comedian Amelia Dimoldenberg mocked Ed Sheeran as a 'red-headed puppet' during her SNL UK opening monologue, referencing the fallout from his removal of opener Macklemore. The joke followed a week of heavy satire targeting Sheeran on the show, including a sketch involving an AI Princess Diana. Meanwhile, Sheeran’s tour continues with new band members after previous acts withdrew in solidarity with Macklemore.

Dimoldenberg Mocks Sheeran as 'Puppet' in SNL UK Monologue Amid Tour Fallout
entertainment23 days ago

Dimoldenberg Mocks Sheeran as 'Puppet' in SNL UK Monologue Amid Tour Fallout

Comedian Amelia Dimoldenberg mocked Ed Sheeran as a 'red-headed puppet' during her SNL UK opening monologue, referencing the ongoing controversy over his removal of opener Macklemore following pro-Palestine remarks. The joke followed a week of heavy satire targeting Sheeran on the show, including a sketch involving an AI Princess Diana. Meanwhile, Sheeran’s tour continues with new band members after previous acts withdrew in solidarity with Macklemore.

Amelia Dimoldenberg Ends 'Chicken Shop Date' After 12 Years
entertainment1 month ago

Amelia Dimoldenberg Ends 'Chicken Shop Date' After 12 Years

Amelia Dimoldenberg has announced the end of her popular YouTube series 'Chicken Shop Date' after a 12-year run. The show, which featured deadpan interviews with celebrities at London fried chicken shops, amassed over 3.4 million subscribers and 34 million hours of views. Dimoldenberg plans to release a few final episodes before concluding the series, citing a desire to move on to new projects including a rom-com and a BBC series. The announcement marks the close of a cultural phenomenon that helped legitimize YouTube as a major media platform.

Chicken Shop Date Ends After 12-Year Run as Dimoldenberg Pursues New Ventures
entertainment1 month ago

Chicken Shop Date Ends After 12-Year Run as Dimoldenberg Pursues New Ventures

Amelia Dimoldenberg has announced the end of her viral YouTube series Chicken Shop Date after 12 years. The show, which began in 2014 as a column for a youth magazine, will conclude with a final season of episodes. Dimoldenberg cited a desire to move on to new projects, including a rom-com and a BBC series, while acknowledging the show's massive cultural impact and global reach.

Amelia Dimoldenberg to Conclude 'Chicken Shop Date' After 12-Year Run
digital-media1 month ago

Amelia Dimoldenberg to Conclude 'Chicken Shop Date' After 12-Year Run

Amelia Dimoldenberg has announced that her popular YouTube interview series, Chicken Shop Date, will conclude after its upcoming final season. The show, which launched in 2014 after Dimoldenberg started it as a column at age 17, has accumulated approximately one billion views and 34 million hours watched. Dimoldenberg is transitioning to new projects, including a romantic comedy film with Orion Pictures and a young adult drama for the BBC, while the series maintains its independent status under her media company, Dimz Inc.

Amelia Dimoldenberg to End 'Chicken Shop Date' After 12-Year Run
media1 month ago

Amelia Dimoldenberg to End 'Chicken Shop Date' After 12-Year Run

Amelia Dimoldenberg has announced the final season of her viral YouTube interview series, Chicken Shop Date, after a 12-year run. The show, which started as a print column when she was 17, will conclude with a special lineup of guests. Dimoldenberg is moving on to develop a young adult drama for the BBC and a romantic comedy film for Orion Pictures.

Amelia Dimoldenberg to Conclude 'Chicken Shop Date' After 12-Year Run
digital-media1 month ago

Amelia Dimoldenberg to Conclude 'Chicken Shop Date' After 12-Year Run

Amelia Dimoldenberg has announced that her popular YouTube interview series, Chicken Shop Date, will conclude after a 12-year run. The show, which began as a print column in 2014, has evolved into a major platform for celebrity interviews, attracting high-profile guests from film, music, and sports. Dimoldenberg is transitioning to new projects, including a young adult drama for the BBC and a romantic comedy film for Orion Pictures.

Adobe Bets $10 Million on Filmmakers, Expands Dimoldenberg Partnership
business9 months ago

Adobe Bets $10 Million on Filmmakers, Expands Dimoldenberg Partnership

Adobe pledges nearly $10 million in 2026 grants and product donations to support filmmakers via its Film & TV Fund, including direct funding to creators for the first time. The fund will partner with Rideback RISE and Amelia Dimoldenberg’s Dimz Inc Academy, while expanding Sundance Ignite Fellowship support; four beneficiaries will premiere projects at Sundance, highlighting Adobe’s ongoing commitment to diverse voices and access to tools.