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Widely-Disliked 'Tonight Show' Host Jimmy Fallon Says People Disliking Him Is The 'Absolute Worst'

Jimmy Fallon · New York

Widely-Disliked 'Tonight Show' Host Jimmy Fallon Says People Disliking Him Is The 'Absolute Worst'

60% Left coverage: 5 sources

jimmy-fallon-tonight-show.jpg Jimmy Fallon’s tenure as the host of The Tonight Show has seen the formerly amiable Saturday Night Live cast member turn into a shallow, seemingly manufactured comedian that’s become best known for his over-exaggerated fake laugh. Unfortunately for Jimmy Fallon, his brand of comedy on The Tonight Show — the aforementioned absurd giggling into addition to his childish game-playing with his guests — has made him large…See the Story

Dave Chapelle Says SNL Writers Were in Tears After Trump's 2016 Win

Donald Trump · New York

Dave Chapelle Says SNL Writers Were in Tears After Trump's 2016 Win

75% Right coverage: 4 sources

Dave Chappelle revealed that President Donald Trump's first election win left "Saturday Night Live" writers in tears ahead of his memorable hosting gig.See the Story

Jimmy Fallon Reflects on Threatening to Kill Himself if Not Cast on 'SNL' by 25

Jimmy Fallon · New York

Jimmy Fallon Reflects on Threatening to Kill Himself if Not Cast on 'SNL' by 25

67% Right coverage: 3 sources

The "Tonight Show" host was part of the cast from 1998 to 2004.Dana Edelson/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Jimmy Fallon on 'SNL' in 2003Comedian Jimmy Fallon felt so destined to be on Saturday Night Live that he really did threaten to kill himself if he didn't make it onto the show by the time he was 25. Because he knew he wouldn't have to go through with it."Yeah, I did," Fallon said Monday on The Diary of a CEO podcast when asked if he…See the Story

When Paul Thomas Anderson wrote and directed an SNL sketch

Paul Thomas Anderson wrote and directed a 2000 'Saturday Night Live' sketch starring Ben Affleck, which cast Affleck as an Anna Nicole Smith superfan.Ben Affleck · United Kingdom Read Article

‘SNL’ cast member presents hourlong routine at comedy festival

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

A “Saturday Night Live” cast member brought a nearly sold-out auditorium to tears after making jokes about cartoon characters being suicidal, bachelorette parties, pop country music and his renowned impressions of President Donald Trump, former President Joe Biden and former…Donald Trump · Norfolk Read Article

'SNL' Shares Top 10 Most-Watched Monologues From 2024-25 Season

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

“Saturday Night Live” concluded another successful season on May 17, 2025, that included dozens of memorable sketches and opening monologues by various hosts. On Sunday the show’s social media team put together the top 10 most-watched monologues from this season — and there are some truly great moments in the list. Bill Burr: November 9, 2024 Burr had the task of hosting the sketch series after the 2024 election, which saw Donald Trump assume t…SNL · Palestine Read Article

The 'SNL' appearance John Goodman will always regret

John Goodman has become a 'Saturday Night Live' legend, but there was one occasion when the actor and frequent host was left devastated.SNL · United Kingdom Read Article

Jack Black reveals his ‘terror’ ahead of SNL hosting return after 20 years

Jack Black has revealed his fear after being asked to host Saturday Night Live for the firs time in 20 years. The Minecraft actor returns to the iconic US sketch show for the April 5 edition, but has admitted it is taking its toll on him. Jack, 55, takes on the hosting duties, while music will come from Elton John and Brandi Carlile. Despite the actor and musician being a veteran in front of the camera, he insists the opportunity is giving him “…SNL · New York Read Article

SNL: Bowen Yang Pushes Back on Claims That Show Used to Be Better

SNL star Bowen Yang pushes back on those claiming past eras were better, noting that they base that on "highlights" and not entire seasons.Chloe Fineman · Los Angeles See the Story

'25 Was My Thing': Jimmy Fallon Opens up About His Disturbing 'SNL' Deadline that Had Everyone Worried

100% Left coverage: 2 sources

Late-night talk show host Jimmy Fallon recently revealed shocking details about his intense obsession with joining the cast of “Saturday Night Live” during his younger years. The admission came during a candid interview with Steven Bartlett on “The Diary of a CEO” podcast. According to Huff Post, in the interview, Fallon disclosed that he had set a strict deadline for himself to become a cast member of the iconic comedy show. The pressure he put…Jimmy Fallon · New York See the Story

New Doc Explores How Julia Sweeney’s ‘SNL’ Favorite Pat Became a Complex Non-Binary Icon

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Ro Haber's new doc 'We Are Pat' will explore the complex legacy of Julia Sweeney's 'Saturday Night Live' character Pat.SNL Read Article

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