Ricky Gervais revealed in his Netflix special 'Mortality' that he once considered telling a controversial joke about Jason Momoa's size at the Golden Globes but decided against it, citing over-caution. The joke involved a comparison between Momoa and Peter Dinklage, but Gervais chose to self-censor to avoid potential backlash.
David Spade and Eddie Murphy have reconciled after a past feud stemming from a 1995 joke Spade made about Murphy on SNL, which Murphy initially took as a racist cheap shot. Murphy called the joke 'a cheap shot' and 'personal,' but they have since mended their relationship, with Murphy expressing that everything is now 'all love' after reuniting at SNL's 50th anniversary.
James Cameron criticized Amy Poehler for a 2013 Golden Globes joke about his marriage to Kathryn Bigelow, calling it an 'ignorant dig' that went too far, especially given the event's celebratory nature. The joke referenced Bigelow's film 'Zero Dark Thirty' and the controversy over its depiction of torture. Cameron also reflected on their past marriage and professional collaborations, emphasizing his disapproval of the joke and the media narrative surrounding their rivalry.
Theresa Nist revealed on a podcast that her ex-husband Gerry Turner made a disturbing joke about killing her, which she described as dark humor and indicative of underlying animosity. The claim has shocked fans, and Turner has not yet commented. The couple met on The Golden Bachelor, married in 2023, and divorced three months later.
Music producer Diplo shared a playful Instagram selfie with Justin Trudeau in the background, claiming he dated both Katy Perry and Trudeau, but clarified it was a joke. The post sparked reactions and jokes from fans, highlighting Diplo's humorous take on his past relationships with Katy Perry and Trudeau.
Diplo humorously claims to have dated Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau during a podcast, then posts a playful selfie with Trudeau referencing a Katy Perry song, amid Justin's recent Halloween tribute to his girlfriend.
Charlie Sheen revealed on a podcast that he once wrote a $1 million check to Denise Richards as a joke for her birthday, which she surprisingly cashed a month later, catching him off guard. The incident highlights their complicated relationship and Sheen's candidness about past pranks and personal life.
At the Emmys, Nate Bargatze made a subtle joke referencing Sydney Sweeney's American Eagle billboard with a denim tuxedo, but the joke largely went unnoticed and was considered too subtle and confusing for many attendees. Sweeney did not acknowledge the moment, and the joke's effectiveness was limited by its lack of clarity and recognition.
Matt Damon nearly died at Jimmy Kimmel's house during a feud, which was part of a joke Kimmel made on NPR about a bad show and his attempt to find an A-list star for his show, not expecting Damon to be involved.
Jamie Lee Curtis jokingly told Allison Janney to 'go f**k yourself' on a red carpet, which was actually a playful compliment about her outfit, highlighting their friendly banter and support among women in Hollywood.
Ichiro Suzuki made a humorous remark about the Marlins during his Hall of Fame speech, which initially upset former Marlins president David Samson, who felt it was a sensitive joke about the franchise. Samson later acknowledged Ichiro's joke as a sign of his playful side and expressed that the Marlins are often unfairly criticized, despite their successes. The incident highlights the complex perceptions surrounding the Marlins' franchise history.
Ichiro Suzuki humorously referenced the Miami Marlins during his Hall of Fame speech, joking that he had never heard of the team when they signed him in 2015, and also acknowledged his former Yankees teammates, highlighting his 19-year MLB career and international success.
During a live show, Mark Consuelos made a joke about Kelly Ripa needing 'toddler-sized' weighted vests, which elicited groans from the audience, as they discussed fitness and Ripa's body image candidly.
Charlize Theron joked at a charity event that she and her peers didn't get invited to Jeff Bezos's lavish wedding in Venice, implying a bit of shade towards the event and its attendees, amidst ongoing controversy over the wedding's environmental and social impact.
Rob McElhenney is reportedly in the process of legally changing his name to Rob Mac, a move he initially suggested was for international business reasons, but it remains unclear whether it's a serious decision or an elaborate joke, with some colleagues unsure about the authenticity of the change.