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'SNL's' Bowen Yang says he didn't originally want to portray JD Vance, jokingly calls him 'pope killer'

Bowen Yang, a cast member on "Saturday Night Live," said Thursday that he thought there would be a better person to play JD Vance on the show and joked, "The guy's a pope killer."

Entertainment 4 days ago

'White Lotus' star's takedown of 'SNL' skit is reminder comedy 'can go too far,' cast member admits

Bowen Yang, a longtime "Saturday Night Live" cast member, admitted that sometimes comedians can go "too far," after validating Aimee Lou Wood's feelings over the parody skit.

Entertainment April 16

'White Lotus' star gives public shoutout to 'SNL' cast member who mocked her appearance

On Tuesday, Aimee Lou Wood gave a public shoutout to "Saturday Night Live" cast member Sarah Sherman, days after the comedian poked fun at her appearance on the late-night show.

Entertainment April 15

'White Lotus' star claims SNL apologized after 'mean and unfunny' parody

"Saturday Night Live" reportedly issued an apology to Aimee Lou Wood after the comedy show did a "White Lotus" parody mocking her appearance.

Entertainment April 13

'White Lotus' star slams 'SNL' over 'mean' parody

"The White Lotus" star Aimee Lou Wood slammed "Saturday Night Live" for mocking her voice and appearance in a parody sketch about the Trump administration.

Media April 13

SNL compares Trump to Jesus in Easter sketch mocking economy and faith: 'Donald Jesus Trump'

SNL's Easter sketch portrayed Trump as “Donald Jesus Trump," mocking his economic policies, faith, and inflation during a holiday-themed cold open.

Entertainment April 6

'SNL' takes aim at Morgan Wallen one week after country star's abrupt exit offstage

One week after Morgan Wallen abruptly left the “Saturday Night Live" stage before the closing credits, the cast of the late-night comedy show took their shot at the country singer.

Media April 6

SNL skit takes aim at Trump’s tariffs and Tesla vandalism: 'Make America Great Depression Again'

Saturday Night Live takes aim at Trump;s tariffs and Tesla backlash in wild cold open, coining “MAGDA" – Make America Great Depression Again – and unveiling a self-vandalizing Tesla.

Bruce Willis April 1

Bill Murray says Bruce Willis had 'insane' job before fame

Bill Murray says Bruce Willis worked as a page at NBC before he gained fame as a successful actor. The "Pulp Fiction" star retired from acting after being diagnosed with dementia.

Media February 20

A-list comedian Shane Gillis returning to host 'SNL' for second time since being fired from sketch show

Record-breaking standup comic Shane Gillis is set to host NBC's "Saturday Night Live" for the second since he was fired from the sketch comedy show in 2019.

Entertainment February 20

'SNL' denies claim Ryan Reynolds wrote controversial joke about Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni lawsuit

Despite a "Saturday Night Live" staffer claiming Ryan Reynolds' joke during the 50th anniversary special was "his idea," a rep for the sketch comedy show denied his involvement.

Media February 16

'SNL' legends say comedy has become bigger, ‘snarkier’ and more political

Three legendary "Saturday Night Live" cast members reflected on how the comedy landscape has changed since they started their comedy careers.

Media February 15

Liberal former late night host slams 'SNL' creator for telling cast not to be like her in new book

Former TBS late night host Samantha Bee slammed "Saturday Night Live" Lorne Michaels creator after he referred to her as too political in his upcoming memoir.

Books February 12

Joe Piscopo admits Trump support was 'the nail in my coffin in Hollywood'

Joe Piscopo, who famously impersonated Frank Sinatra on "Saturday Night Live," detailed his decades-long friendship with President Trump in his book "Average Joe."

Saturday Night Live February 10

Ben Stiller knew he had to quit 'Saturday Night Live' after four episodes

Ben Stiller knew he had to quit "Saturday Night Live" after four episodes because he "wasn't a great live performer." The actor went on to have a successful movie career.

VIDEO January 19

Comedian Dave Chappelle takes aim at Trump in SNL monologue: 'Do better next time'

Comedian Dave Chappelle took aim at Donald Trump in his 17-minute long monologue on Saturday, calling on the president-elect to "do better," as well as wishing him luck.

Scarlett Johansson December 22

SNL's Colin Jost uncomfortably tells ruthless jokes about wife Scarlett Johansson as she watches backstage

Colin Jost was forced to joke about his marriage to Scarlett Johansson during the "Weekend Update" portion of "Saturday Night Live" while she looked on.

Crime December 8

'SNL' slammed for 'classless' United Healthcare murder segment on 'Weekend Update'

Colin Jost and Michael Che tackled the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on "Saturday Night Live," leaving some viewers upset.

Exclusive November 29

‘Animal House’ star John Belushi ‘didn't have a prayer', couldn't escape drugs: co-star

On March 5, 1982, "Saturday Night Live" star John Belushi shot a “speedball," a mixture of coke and heroin. He was found dead at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs November 21

SNL mocks its own anti-Trump stance with 'support' of his victory: 'Been with you all along'

SNL parodied its own anti-Trump stance in the first cold open after the president-elect's victory, with cast members joking they supported him all along.

Entertainment November 4

Donald Trump’s top three ‘SNL’ moments

Vice President Kamala Harris has faced backlash over her "SNL" appearance, not unlike fellow presidential candidate Donald Trump, who has hosted the show twice.

Opinion November 4

DAVID MARCUS: A comedy legend trashes his rep for cheap Democrat propaganda

'Saturday Night Live' creator Lorne Michaels has sullied his legacy by violating federal broadcasting rules to put his thumb on the scale for Kamala Harris

Virginia November 4

'Human punch-line' Tim Kaine mocked for 'SNL' cameo by GOP Senate challenger amid equal-time rule outrage

Virginia Republican Senate candidate Hung Cao responded to Sen. Tim Kaine's appearance on "SNL" amid outrage over NBC appearing to violate the FCC's equal-time rule.

Kamala Harris November 4

David Axelrod called Kamala Harris' 'SNL' skit a 'risk' but said she 'seemed human'

Ex-Obama adviser David Axelrod remarked on Vice President Kamala Harris’ guest appearance on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live" the weekend before the election.

Donald Trump November 3

FCC commissioner rips NBC over Harris' last-minute SNL appearance: 'Plainly designed to evade' the rules

FCC Republican commissioner Brendan Carr ripped "Saturday Night Live" for hosting VP Kamala Harris, but not offering an equal amount of time to former President Trump.

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