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The Latest Breaking News from Dave Chappelle

Louis Theroux names the divisive figure he wants to interview next: ‘Bit controversial, what do you think?’

The documentary maker wants his BBC conversation series to ‘see people clearly’

The Independent UK

Chappelle Israel comments spark walkout

According to the WSJ, several attendees commanded Chappelle to "shut up" while others got up and left his show

Salon

‘We’re all learning’: why Netflix needs Hannah Gadsby’s Gender Agenda

A mixed bill of standups, presented by the Nanette star and due to be recorded for the streamer, is a valuable response to its Dave Chappelle controversy

The Guardian - UK

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Things to do in Chicago Sept. 28-Oct. 4: The Mix

The ‘Destinos’ theater festival, shows by Dave Chappelle and Peter Gabriel, and the arrival of a touring 12-foot puppet are among the highlights in the week ahead.

Chicago Sun-Times

Edinburgh Fringe comedy reviews, from Ahir Shah to Two Cats on a Date

Isobel Lewis gives her verdict on comedy and theatre at the Fringe for its final weekend

The Independent UK

‘I used to get in role by harassing my girlfriend’: the risky brilliance of playing anti-woke characters

Edinburgh fringe comics portraying cancelled standups and rightwing politicians talk about the dangers and successes of their satire

The Guardian - UK

‘I realise what I said hurt people’: Carlos Santana apologises for ‘insensitive’ anti-transgender remarks

Video of Santana star suggesting that trans people should stay ‘in the closet’ went viral this week

The Independent UK

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Carlos Santana makes shocking remarks about trans people during concert: ‘I’m like this with Dave Chappelle’

Mexican-born American guitarist likened himself to divisive comedian Dave Chappelle

The Independent UK

It’s a rap: what are the greatest hip-hop movies?

The genre, which turns 50 this month, has led to surprisingly few movies but the best include a black-and-white comedy and a starry documentary

The Guardian - US

Martina Navratilova starts Twitter row with Megan Rapinoe over trans women in sports

18-time Grand Slam winner had a one word response to Rapinoe’s claims that she was fueling transphobia

The Independent UK

Stand-up comics on selling specials to the streamers: 'You do not need them'

LOS ANGELES — Netflix's first live stand-up special, Chris Rock's "Selective Outrage," was an all-around success for the streamer, landing among its Top 10 U.S. shows for the week and becoming Nielsen's most streamed comedy special in a measurement week, with 798 million viewing minutes. And it earned Rock $20…

Los Angeles Times

Hannah Gadsby reflects on ‘unfortunate’ association with Netflix

‘Nanette’ star previously called the service an ‘amoral algorithm cult’

The Independent UK

Wanda Sykes criticises old friend Dave Chappelle for ‘damaging’ jokes about trans people

‘If our paths did cross, I totally would say something,’ comedian said

The Independent UK

Wanda Sykes criticizes Dave Chappelle's anti-trans jokes: 'So hurtful and damaging'

Wanda Sykes has declared her support for the transgender community and criticized Dave Chappelle's transphobic material in a recent interview reflecting on the state of the comedy industry.

Los Angeles Times

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Cinemablend

Kevin Hart Opens Up About Friendship With Dave Chappelle In Sweet Post, Then Reveals How His Barber Trolled Him Over It

Kevin Hart shared some warm words about his longtime friend, Dave Chappelle.

Salon

John Mulaney's cancellation comedy

Comedian, heal thyself

MusicRadar

Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert: 10 drum highlights you need to see

From the tragedy of Taylor Hawkins' death, came the light of the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concerts, here are our highlights from the televised Wembley event

Salon

Comedy isn't black or white – it's green

Chris Rock's special is a reminder that he's a rich guy with rich guy problems. He just knows one is marketable

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Los Angeles Times

Chris Rock slaps back at Will and Jada Pinkett Smith — hard — in live Netflix special

LOS ANGELES — When Will Smith slapped Chris Rock during the 2022 Oscars ceremony, many members of the live audience and TV viewers at home thought it was a joke — until they realized, to their horror, that it wasn’t.

Los Angeles Times

From Chris Rock to the SAG Awards. Why Netflix is dabbling in livestreaming

LOS ANGELES — For years, Netflix executives have been the biggest cheerleaders of TV bingeing.

Los Angeles Times

Ms. Pat won't hold back on telling jokes that hit hard and come from experience

The words raw and uncut fail to encapsulate the audacity of comedian Ms. Pat's brand of humor.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

The Roots Picnic is back, expands to 3 days

PHILADELPHIA — The Roots Picnic will return to the Mann Center on June 3 and 4 with headlining sets by Diddy with the Roots, Ms. Lauryn Hill performing her album "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" and Philadelphia rapper Lil Uzi Vert.

The Independent UK

Roseanne Barr accuses Hollywood of double standards

‘I’m the only person whose life’s work was stolen by people I thought loved me,’ actor says

Los Angeles Times

'It was a witch-burning': Roseanne may forgive Hollywood, but she'll never forget

Almost five years have passed since Roseanne Barr fired off a late-night tweet that changed her life, bringing about a her fall from grace and the cancellation of the groundbreaking show that made her into one of TV's most electric personalities.

The Independent UK

Dave Chappelle wins Grammy for Netflix special that sparked transphobia accusations

It’s the comedian’s fourth Grammy Award

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