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Damon Revives Kavanaugh on SNL, Teases a Third Trump Term
entertainment16 days ago

Damon Revives Kavanaugh on SNL, Teases a Third Trump Term

Matt Damon returned as Brett Kavanaugh in SNL’s May 9 cold open, joining Colin Jost’s Pete Hegseth and Aziz Ansari’s Kash Patel in a Washington, D.C. bar sketch where Kavanaugh boasts of ending abortion and suggests letting Trump have a third term, a biting political satire moment. Damon hosted the episode (his third time), with Noah Kahan as the musical guest, and the show also highlighted that this was the penultimate Season 51 episode before a finale hosted by Will Ferrell and featuring Paul McCartney; Damon’s monologue touched on missing cast moms due to Spirit Airlines’ shutdown and promoted his upcoming film, The Odyssey.

via USA Today|
#aziz-ansari#brett-kavanaugh#entertainment
Aziz Ansari Skewers Kash Patel in SNL Cold Open as Olivia Rodrigo Hosts
entertainment23 days ago

Aziz Ansari Skewers Kash Patel in SNL Cold Open as Olivia Rodrigo Hosts

Aziz Ansari spoofed FBI Director Kash Patel in SNL's cold open with a satirical press conference, riffing on security incidents and political jabs, while Olivia Rodrigo hosted the episode with a REAL ID–themed monologue and performances (featuring a Debbie Harry cameo). The piece also notes upcoming hosts and a finale lineup as SNL heads toward its summer break, including Matt Damon on May 9 and a May 16 finale with Will Ferrell and Paul McCartney.

via USA Today|
#aziz-ansari#entertainment#kash-patel
Aziz Ansari Delivers Kash Patel Satire in SNL Cold Open
tv23 days ago

Aziz Ansari Delivers Kash Patel Satire in SNL Cold Open

Aziz Ansari portrays FBI director Kash Patel in SNL's cold open, alongside Ashley Padilla as Karoline Leavitt and Colin Jost as Pete Hegseth, delivering pointed political satire amid current headlines; the bit comes as Olivia Rodrigo hosts and performs next, with Matt Damon and Noah Kahan set for the penultimate show and Will Ferrell with Paul McCartney ending the season.

via Deadline|
#ashley-padilla#aziz-ansari#kash-patel
Controversy Surrounds Comedians' Participation in Riyadh Comedy Festival
world7 months ago

Controversy Surrounds Comedians' Participation in Riyadh Comedy Festival

Human Rights Watch declined Aziz Ansari’s offer to donate part of his performance fee from the Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia, urging performers to advocate for detained dissidents instead. While Ansari and others see the festival as a cultural exchange that could promote liberalization, rights groups emphasize the need to address human rights abuses in the country.

via The Daily Beast|
#aziz-ansari#comedy-festival#human-rights
world7 months ago

Controversy Sparks Debate Over Saudi Arabia's Comedy Festivals

Human Rights Watch declined to accept donations from comedians, including Aziz Ansari, who performed at the Riyadh Comedy Festival, criticizing the festival's association with Saudi Arabia's human rights record. The organization emphasized its independence and called on performers to advocate for the release of detained Saudi activists, while many comedians defended their participation as a way to promote dialogue.

via Variety|
#aziz-ansari#free-speech#human-rights-watch
entertainment7 months ago

Aziz Ansari and Louis C.K. Address Controversy Over Saudi Arabian Comedy Festivals

Aziz Ansari defended his participation in the Riyadh Comedy Festival during an interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, emphasizing that the festival promotes dialogue and change in Saudi Arabia, despite controversy over the country's human rights record. He highlighted the importance of engagement over isolation and expressed hope that such events can foster positive change.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#aziz-ansari#entertainment#free-speech
Comedians Defend Saudi Arabia Performances Amid Controversy
entertainment7 months ago

Comedians Defend Saudi Arabia Performances Amid Controversy

Aziz Ansari addressed controversy over his performance at the Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia during an interview with Jimmy Kimmel, explaining his decision as a way to promote dialogue and support human rights causes, despite the country's repressive regime. Other comedians' reactions varied, with some defending and others apologizing for participating in the event.

via Consequence of Sound|
#aziz-ansari#comedy-festival#entertainment
Aziz Ansari and Bill Murray Confront Past Misconduct Allegations and Future Projects
entertainment8 months ago

Aziz Ansari and Bill Murray Confront Past Misconduct Allegations and Future Projects

Aziz Ansari is hopeful to complete his directorial debut 'Good Fortune' with Bill Murray, despite Murray's misconduct allegations and the suspension of their previous project 'Being Mortal.' Both men have expressed regret and a desire to move forward, with Ansari reflecting on his own past controversies and Murray discussing his feelings about the investigation and its impact on his career.

via AV Club|
#aziz-ansari#bill-murray#entertainment