Bill Maher candidly discussed the shock of Rob Reiner's death, reflecting on their long friendship and Reiner's career, while also criticizing ageism in Hollywood.
Bill Maher announced that he and Larry David are no longer friends after David's satirical NYT essay mocking Maher's meeting with Trump, which Maher found surprising and responded to publicly, leading to a fallout in their friendship.
Dave Chappelle criticized Bill Maher for his comments on Chappelle's participation in the Riyadh Comedy Festival, defending his decision and dismissing Maher's critique as smug and unwarranted, while Maher and other comedians expressed mixed opinions about the festival's context and implications.
Bill Maher responded bluntly to Jimmy Kimmel's suspension from ABC following his comments about Charlie Kirk's shooting, supporting free speech and criticizing the network's decision, while reflecting on his own past cancellations and emphasizing the importance of First Amendment rights.
Bill Maher expressed support for Jimmy Kimmel amid ABC's suspension of his show, comparing it to his own cancellation over controversial comments 24 years ago, and criticizing corporate and political pressures on free speech in late-night television.
Bill Maher defends Jimmy Kimmel amid ABC's indefinite suspension of his show, reflecting on his own past controversies with ABC and emphasizing support for free speech and resilience in the face of network censorship.
Bill Maher discussed the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on his show, emphasizing that both political sides contribute to the current climate of violence and calling for acknowledgment of this shared responsibility to prevent further incidents.
Bill Maher criticizes RFK Jr. and discusses recent political news, including Trump's actions and government name changes, ending with a remark that he's 'with the knives' against Kennedy.
Woody Allen praised Donald Trump for his acting skills, recalling his brief role in the 1998 film 'Celebrity' where Trump played himself, and described him as professional and polite on set, despite political differences.
Bill Maher criticized the persistent falsehood that Donald Trump is under Putin's control, arguing that Trump has taken actions against Russia and does not favor war, despite his meeting with Putin to discuss Ukraine. Maher emphasized the importance of truth over misinformation in political discourse.
Bill Maher challenged Dr. Phil to admit that Donald Trump's redistricting efforts in Texas are questionable, highlighting concerns about gerrymandering and political manipulation, with Dr. Phil acknowledging that such practices are common among both parties but calling Trump's specific actions 'bull***'.
Bill Maher criticized Dean Cain's decision to join ICE on his show, joking about the recruitment and Cain's motives, after Cain announced he joined ICE to help secure the country, which sparked mixed reactions.
Bill Maher, during his 700th episode of 'Real Time,' criticized modern portrayals of dads in TV and film, linking them to a decline in masculinity and the rise of figures like Andrew Tate, while calling for more respect for men and traditional roles.
Comedian Bill Maher, host of Real Time With Bill Maher, expressed on a podcast with Jane Fonda that he might quit his show if Donald Trump wins a second presidency, citing boredom and frustration with covering Trump-related content. Maher, who has been a vocal critic of Trump, mentioned feeling "bored" and "sh**ing his pants" at the prospect of another Trump term, while also noting Trump's hostility towards him.
Comedian Bill Maher expressed his frustration over Donald Trump's election victory, suggesting he might quit his HBO show "Real Time with Bill Maher" to avoid discussing Trump for another four years. During a podcast with Jane Fonda, Maher shared his concerns about Trump's influence on politics and media, despite Trump's frequent criticism of him. Maher's show was recently renewed through 2026, but he remains uncertain about continuing if Trump dominates the political landscape.