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Kenan Thompson And Ego Nwodim Turn Church Into A Dancehall In A Hilarious ‘SNL’ Sketch

They say the power of music knows no bounds, and the cast of Saturday Night Live proved that in a hilarious new sketch. Tonight (February 24), cast members Kenan Thompson and Ego Nwodim took us to church — literally. In a sketch, Heidi Gardner and this episode’s guest host Shane Gillis play a mother and […]

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Did Jennifer Lopez Controversy Overshadow Ayo Edebiri’s ‘SNL’ Hosting Debut?

If you only know Ayo Edebiri from “The Bear,” her “SNL” hosting debut was an unforgettable introduction to the spectacular extent of her comedic skills. Throughout the episode she delivered wild characters of all types, including a young boy pretending to be hypnotized, a trivia contestant, a woman in love with a popcorn bucket and […]

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The Best Black TV Comedies of the ‘90s

The Wayans Bros 5×18 – Shawn, Marlon & Pops run into trouble at the club When you have the last name Wayans, and your family created “In Living Color,” you have to do something really fresh and unique to stand out. Shawn and Marlon did exactly that as brothers who often found themselves in the […]

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Black Celebs Who’ve Finally Received Their Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Photo: Michael Buckner/Variety (Getty Images) It may seem like an old-fashioned idea, but for some Black artists receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is still a major honor. It signifies that they’ve reached a certain level of success in the industry. Yes, sometimes they’re used as publicity stunts, but that doesn’t make […]

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Is Hosting Awards Shows Still Worth the Risk For Comedians?

With back-to-back award shows making waves, there’s been a lot of talk about what it takes to be a good host. At their core, the host is the emcee who keeps the proceedings moving along while also entertaining the audience in the room and at home. It sounds easy enough, but it’s not. Hosts of […]

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Chris Rock Isn’t The Only Award Show Host Getting Slapped Lately … Is Black Comedy Dead?

With back-to-back award shows making waves, there’s been a lot of talk about what it takes to be a good host. At their core, the host is the emcee who keeps the proceedings moving along while also entertaining the audience in the room and at home. It sounds easy enough, but it’s not. Hosts of […]

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Kenan Thompson Gets Into What Really Happened During His Fallout With Kel Mitchell in New Memoir

When you grow up in show business, you’ll undoubtedly have plenty of stories to tell. Actor and comedian Kenan Thompson has made us laugh for decades with memorable stints on the Nickelodeon series All That, the cult classic film Good Burger and, of course, his larger-than-life presence on Saturday Night Live. Keenan & Kel Are […]

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Kenan Thompson Gets Into What Really Happened During His Fallout With Kel Mitchell in New Memoir

When you grow up in show business, you’ll undoubtedly have plenty of stories to tell. Actor and comedian Kenan Thompson has made us laugh for decades with memorable stints on the Nickelodeon series All That, the cult classic film Good Burger and, of course, his larger-than-life presence on Saturday Night Live. Keenan & Kel Are […]

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Good Burger 2 Stars Kenan Thompson, Kel Mitchell Have Forged an Unforgettable Comedy Legacy

Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell have been on TV our entire lives. At this point, they’re like a part of the family. They’re the crazy cousins who make every party extra fun. Now, we’re all poised for a special reunion, as the comedy duo returns to their most popular characters in Good Burger 2, which […]

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Kel Mitchell Reveals Details of His Hospitalization; Thanks Fans for ‘Orange Soda in IV’ Suggestions

Many of us grew up with Kel Mitchell, so he’s more than one of our favorite actors, he feels like part of the family. When news broke that he was hospitalized on Tuesday, a lot of fans were worried about the Good Burger 2 star. On Wednesday, he confirmed the news, thanking fans and friends […]

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After Hospitalization, Kel Mitchell Is ‘On the Road to Recovery’

From All That, to Kenan & Kel, to Good Burger, Kel Mitchell has been a part of our lives for nearly 30 years. Considering how much joy he’s brought us over the years, it’s no surprise that the actor/comedian received a huge outpouring of support after TMZ reported he’d been hospitalized. The outlet stated on […]

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Leslie Jones Celebrates Her SNL Bestie Kenan Thompson, Reveals How She Got Chadwick Boseman to Host

When you’re a Black person in a predominantly white workplace, you sometimes find yourself developing an instant bond with the other Black people in the office. Luckily for Leslie Jones, she had SNL vet Kenan Thompson to help her navigate the tricky dynamics of the venerable sketch comedy series. The two became so close during […]

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A Fresh Spin: Black TV’s Most Memorable Spinoffs

Snowpiercer: Layton (Daveed Diggs) vs Wilford (Sean Bean) Showdown – Season 3, Ep. 3 [CLIP] | TNT It’s an extremely high degree of difficulty to make a spinoff that’s just as good as the brilliant movie it’s based on. Daveed Diggs’ Andre Layton is a captivating leader, while the drama’s haves and have nots atmosphere […]

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