All articles tagged with #hosting
Originally Published 5 days ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Nikki Glaser, returning as host of the Golden Globes, reflects on her successful first year, her imposter syndrome, and the challenges posed by a fragmented cultural landscape, emphasizing her excitement and the creative process behind this year's show.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Variety
Travis Kelce revealed that the hardest part of hosting SNL was the pre-show table read because he struggles with reading, but he enjoyed the comedy and fun of the show once past that stage.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
John Mulaney declined to host the 2024 Oscars due to a busy schedule and the extensive work involved, despite being flattered by the offer. He praised past hosts like Conan O’Brien and discussed his own Netflix talk show, 'Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney,' which he described as a unique, experimental project that was enjoyable but demanding. Mulaney also shared insights into his career and the challenges of hosting major awards shows.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Travis Kelce, Super Bowl champion tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, will host the new game show series "Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?" for Prime Video, joining a roster of athletes turned game show hosts such as Michael Strahan, Aaron Rodgers, and Dwyane Wade. The show will feature adult contestants relying on famous faces to answer questions from an elementary school curriculum, aiming to win a $100,000 prize. Athletes' social appeal and comfort in media interactions make them well-suited for hosting game shows, as they expand their business efforts beyond sports.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by HuffPost
"Saturday Night Live" cast member Colin Jost praised actor Adam Driver for his exceptional performance at table reads as an "SNL" host, noting his ability to make interesting choices for sketches. Jost also mentioned comedian Melissa McCarthy's unique approach to table reads, where she would have sketches "mapped out" in her head before fully performing the characters on the show. Driver, who has hosted "SNL" four times, is on the verge of joining the prestigious Five-Timers Club.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TVLine
Jimmy Kimmel is considering hosting the 2025 Oscars after Donald Trump criticized his performance, incorrectly claiming a ratings drop and mix-up with Al Pacino. Kimmel fact-checked Trump's post on his show and teased the idea of hosting again, prompting a response from Trump. The exchange comes amid Trump's ongoing criminal trial in Manhattan.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
Jimmy Kimmel, responding to Donald Trump's criticism, joked about possibly hosting the Oscars in 2025 after the former president's remarks. Kimmel has hosted the Oscars in the past and is considering returning for the 2025 event. He also poked fun at Trump's mistake and took a jab at Will Smith's Oscars incident, emphasizing that he made the decision to read Trump's post despite others advising against it.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is set to host a new game show called "Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?" on Amazon's Prime Video, a spinoff of "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?" The show will feature adult contestants relying on celebrities instead of fifth graders to answer 11 questions on various subjects for a chance to win $100,000. Kelce expressed excitement about hosting his first game show and bringing a new format with celebrities to the screen.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce will host "Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?" on Amazon Prime, a spin-off of "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?" featuring celebrities helping contestants answer 11 questions from an elementary curriculum, with a grand prize of $100,000. Kelce expressed excitement about the opportunity, citing his love for game shows, and this isn't his first hosting gig, having previously hosted "Saturday Night Live" and his own reality TV show.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
The 2024 CMT Music Awards will take place on Sunday, featuring performances from a variety of country music artists and cross-genre collaborations. Kelsea Ballerini will host the event, which will be broadcast live on CBS and available for streaming on Paramount+. Notable nominees include Cody Johnson, Jelly Roll, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, and Megan Moroney, with first-time nominees such as Hozier and Tyler Childers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Kelsea Ballerini will be hosting the CMT Music Awards for the last time, expressing her excitement for new opportunities beyond hosting. She plans to focus on collaborating with new artists, exploring film and TV, and continuing to challenge herself creatively. Ballerini also discusses her upcoming album, her favorite moments from previous CMT shows, and her approach to fashion and music.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Ryan Seacrest discusses feeling the pressure of taking over as host of "Wheel of Fortune" from the legendary Pat Sajak, acknowledging that no one can replace Sajak but expressing his hope to do a great job. Seacrest, who will begin hosting the show in September 2024, admits to feeling nervous but believes his lifelong familiarity with the show has prepared him for the role. Pat Sajak announced his retirement last year after a four-decade run as host, with Seacrest set to take over for the 2024-25 season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
Kristen Wiig is set to join the exclusive "Five-Timers Club" as she hosts Saturday Night Live for the fifth time, reflecting on the moment in a promo with musical guest Raye and SNL star Bowen Yang. The trio promised more laughter for the upcoming show, with high expectations for Raye's British accent and some confusion over the meaning of "OG."
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Former 'Jeopardy!' executive producer Mike Richards breaks his silence on his controversial hiring and subsequent firing as host, attributing the backlash to public anger and a rush to judgment. He also discusses the audition process for the host role, praising Aaron Rodgers and endorsing Ken Jennings as a potential permanent host. Richards is now considering writing a book and continues to pitch new game shows but is not pursuing hosting roles.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by indy100
Donald Trump and Jimmy Kimmel continue their feud after the Oscars, with Trump criticizing Kimmel's hosting abilities and Kimmel responding by reading out Trump's Truth Social post on live TV. Kimmel revealed that he hadn't planned to mention Trump during the ceremony but changed his mind after seeing the post. Trump, in turn, criticized Kimmel for not keeping quiet and claimed that the incident went viral because of Kimmel's actions.