All articles tagged with #roast
Originally Published 16 days ago — by Yahoo News Canada
David Spade took 25 years to reconcile with Eddie Murphy after a harsh joke on SNL about Murphy's film, but they have since made amends, including a reunion at the SNL50 celebration.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Free Press
President Trump hosted a Gaza ceasefire summit in Egypt where world leaders were humorously roasted, highlighting his controversial achievements and interactions with international figures.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by yahoo.com
Jeff Ross, known as the 'Roastmaster General,' has created a heartfelt one-man show, 'Take A Banana For The Ride,' which is a personal autobiographical tribute to his life, career, and friends, diverging from his usual comedic style of celebrity roasting. The show, opening on Broadway, explores his childhood, battles with cancer, and the influence of comedy and music in his life, showcasing a more emotional side of the comedian. Despite his fame for sharp roasts, Ross emphasizes the show's themes of resilience, friendship, and love, and hints at more projects in the pipeline.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Ashley's Reality Roundup
Kody Brown, known from Sister Wives, is set to compete on FOX's Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test, prompting fans to roast him online with jokes about his fitness and suitability for the show, while others speculate on his performance and personal life. Critics and fans alike are skeptical about his participation, with some mocking his appearance and questioning his motives.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CNN
Shane Gillis hosted the ESPYs and delivered a controversial monologue that included jokes about sports figures and politics, which received mixed reactions from the audience and social media, highlighting the divisive nature of his humor.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by New York Post
Comedian Shane Gillis delivered a highly provocative opening monologue at the ESPY Awards, targeting celebrities and political figures including Caitlin Clark, Aaron Rodgers, Donald Trump, and Juan Soto, with jokes that drew mixed reactions from the audience.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by BuzzFeed
The article humorously highlights common things millennials roast each other for, such as their use of certain slang, fashion choices, social media habits, and nostalgic behaviors, often acknowledging their own guilty pleasures in the process.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Rolling Stone
Jon Stewart humorously criticizes Elon Musk's brief tenure as head of a White House department, suggesting Trump has 'broken' him through political chaos and personal issues, including alleged substance use and public mishaps.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by New York Post
Jamie Foxx humorously roasted Sean 'Diddy' Combs over his ongoing sex-trafficking case during a comedy event, making light of the allegations and Combs' legal troubles, while also addressing rumors about Foxx's own health scare and conspiracy theories involving Diddy.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Guardian
Jimmy Kimmel humorously critiques Donald Trump's Memorial Day activities, including his social media posts, West Point speech, and a VIP dinner for crypto investors, highlighting Trump's self-involved and controversial behavior.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
Wes Welker, a former New England Patriots wide receiver, explained his absence from Tom Brady's roast, stating he didn't want to be the target of jokes about his career. Welker, who caught 38 touchdown passes from Brady, expressed disappointment in the event. Brady also criticized the roast, particularly its impact on his children, and vowed never to participate in another one.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Vulture
Comedian Kevin Hart was honored with the Mark Twain Prize at the Kennedy Center, where fellow comedians including Jerry Seinfeld, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, Tiffany Haddish, and Regina Hall roasted him with jokes about his height, love of money, and habit of bailing on social plans. The ceremony, which will be streamed on Netflix, featured heartfelt moments and emotional speeches, with Hart expressing gratitude for the support of his family and colleagues.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Vulture
Zoë Kravitz playfully roasted her father, Lenny Kravitz, during his Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, poking fun at his fashion choices and joking about his penchant for netted shirts. Despite the lighthearted teasing, she ultimately praised his genuine love of life and dedication to his art, emphasizing that his music is inspiring and important.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rolling Stone
Jimmy Kimmel delivered a scathing seven-minute roast of Aaron Rodgers on his show, challenging the quarterback to apologize for baselessly suggesting a link between Kimmel and Jeffrey Epstein. Kimmel refuted the claims, threatened legal action, and criticized Rodgers for his alleged overestimation of his abilities and spreading false statements. He emphasized the importance of fact-checking and demanded an apology from Rodgers, while expressing doubt that the quarterback would do so.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
During the final episode of "Last Week Tonight," John Oliver dedicated a segment to Elon Musk, comparing him to various movie villains and jokingly calling him a "less fuckable" version of Billy Zane's character in "Titanic." Oliver also mocked Musk's recent controversies and fashion choices, including his endorsement of an antisemitic conspiracy theory and his outfit at the Met Gala.