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John Oliver praised Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York City mayoral race, criticizing Andrew Cuomo's campaign and ads, including one featuring a humorous reference to 'Schoolhouse Rock,' and highlighting Cuomo's controversial campaign tactics and Mamdani's gracious response.
John Oliver criticized President Trump for hosting a Gatsby-themed Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago, calling it insulting amid ongoing government shutdown and SNAP funding issues, and highlighted the tone-deafness of Trump's recent White House renovations while many Americans face hardship.
John Oliver praised Bad Bunny as a top artist and criticized ICE raids in the US, highlighting community protests and political controversy surrounding Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance and ICE's actions.
John Oliver praised Bad Bunny for being a highly successful and popular choice for the NFL's Super Bowl Halftime Show, despite some political controversy and criticism from outlets like Fox News. Oliver highlighted Bad Bunny's prominence and addressed broader issues related to immigration enforcement protests.
John Oliver defended Jimmy Kimmel and criticized media censorship and government pressure following Kimmel's suspension over comments about Charlie Kirk's death, highlighting concerns about free speech and political influence in media.
John Oliver criticized ABC's suspension of Jimmy Kimmel on 'Last Week Tonight' and urged Disney CEO Bob Iger to stand up to political pressure from Trump, suggesting a bold stance with the phrase 'Fuck you, make me' to resist bullying tactics from the administration.
John Oliver kept his Emmy acceptance speech very short to avoid losing money for charity due to a humorous bit involving Nate Bargatze, who was deducting funds from a charity for long speeches. Oliver's quick speech was motivated by a desire to cost Bargatze money, and he discussed the event on Jimmy Kimmel Live, also touching on other Emmy winners and the tone of the awards show.
The 2025 Emmys, hosted by Nate Bargatze, featured several winners, including John Oliver and Seth Rogen, using explicit language during their acceptance speeches, which was bleeped on the CBS broadcast. The speeches included political remarks and humorous jabs, with Rogen joking about the show's debt and donations to charity.
John Oliver's 'Last Week Tonight' won its third consecutive Emmy for best scripted variety series in 2025, with Oliver humorously racing through his acceptance speech and making a few jokes, continuing its dominance in the category since its creation.
Stephen Colbert kicked off his final season of 'The Late Show' with a celebration featuring guest John Oliver, champagne toasts, and light-hearted banter, while also highlighting recent comedy and entertainment news.
John Oliver criticizes the brief and awkward meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska, highlighting the poor atmosphere and lack of progress on Ukraine, with Oliver expressing a blunt and critical view of the encounter.
John Oliver humorously suggests playing 'Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye' at Trump's funeral, criticizing White House videos that boast about detentions and feature disturbing content, including a Border Patrol video comparing Darth Vader to U.S. officials, which the Department of Homeland Security defended by referencing Vader's past as Anakin Skywalker.
The article discusses how John Oliver and other late-night hosts have become moral voices in the US by speaking out clearly against the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, contrasting their outspoken stance with the often muted or misleading coverage by mainstream media and political figures. It highlights the importance of these comedians in challenging misinformation and advocating for human rights amid a climate of fear and censorship.
John Oliver sharply criticized Jay Leno's advice on comedy and politics, emphasizing that comedy is inherently subjective and not meant to appeal to everyone, especially amid ongoing debates about political bias in late-night shows.
John Oliver and Jon Stewart dismiss Jay Leno's advice on political comedy, criticizing his approach to audience engagement, amid ongoing debates about late-night TV's direction and recent cancellations. Oliver emphasizes the importance of independence and awards like Emmys for his show's longevity.