Amy Schumer’s Most Controversial Moments Through the Years: From ‘Rust’ Jokes to Plagiarism Accusations

Variety Staff Follow Us on TwitterClaudia Eller has taken a temporary medical leave from her role as Editor-in-Chief of Variety.Eller expressed her gratitude to the Variety staff for the concern and support they have expressed after she suffered a minor stroke earlier this month.“Two weeks ago I felt unsteady on my feet and wobbly and ended up in the E.R., where I was diagnosed as having had a minor hemorrhagic stroke,” Eller said in a memo to staff.“The great news that there was no cognitive damage and I am now in a rehabilitation facility in Los Angeles to regain my physical strength. I’m in great hands and am expected to make a full recovery.” She added, “I look forward to seeing you all in the near future.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeReach Michael on Twitter @franklinavenue or email mschneider@variety.com Humanitas has revealed the nominees for this year’s Humanitas Prizes, which recognize “television and film writers whose work explores the human condition in a nuanced way.” The award is given out in nine categories, including comedy, drama and limited series.This year’s nominees include “Maid,” “This Is Us,” “Queen Sugar,” “Pachinko,” “Abbott Elementary,” “Somebody Somewhere” and “Black-ish.” Winners will be announced at an in-person awards luncheon at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on September 9, 2022.“The Humanitas Prizes were created to recognize writers whose work explores the beauty and complexity of the human experience and the 2022 nominees do just that,” said Michelle Franke, Humanitas Executive Director. “Ranging in scope, style, and perspective, these stories underscore our bonds, our history and responsibility to each other in the present as well as possibilities for the future.

Wilson Chapman editorMary Mara, the actor best known for her recurring roles in “ER” and “Law & Order,” died in Cape Vincent, N.Y. Sunday from an apparent drowning. She was 61.In a report published Monday, the New York State Police confirmed that Mara was discovered in the St.

Troy Kotsur stopped by “Sesame Street” to help the muppets learn a little bit of sign language.

Character actor Mary Mara, known for her work on ER, Law & Order: SVU, and Nip/Tuck, and dozens of other TV shows and films, drowned Sunday in the St. Lawrence River in Cape Vincent, NY, according to New York State Police. She was 61.

Jim Henson’s Creature Shop animatronics and visual effects studio, based in Los Angeles, has teamed with Britain’s Royal Shakespeare Company to produce life-size puppets for the RSC’s stage adaptation of legendary Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki’s 1988 hand-drawn classic My Neighbour Totoro.

The season one finale of Disney+/Lucasfilm’s Obi-Wan Kenobi drew a five-day Wednesday through Sunday audience of 1.8 million U.S. households, which is 20% higher than the Wednesday through Sunday five-day pull for The Book of Boba Fett finale, which clocked 1.5M U.S. households.

Ray Donovan actress Mary Mara has tragically died after drowning in the St. Lawrence River in New York.

Outlander has officially cast two new roles for the upcoming season seven.

Lily James had her friends by her side while wrapping up her weekend at the 2022 Glastonbury Festival!

Move aside, Dad! It’s Landon Barker‘s turn to make headlines with his love life!

Britney Spears’ wedding break-in just got A LOT creepier!

Drake has earned his 11th US Number One album with the release of his latest LP, ‘Honestly, Nevermind’.Earlier this month, the rapper surprised fans with the release of his seventh studio album. The 14-track record arrived on streaming platforms at midnight just hours after he announced its arrival on Instagram.Leaning more on a house infused sound, with production coming from Black Coffee and Gordo, ‘Honestly, Nevermind’ divided fans, but not enough to stop the album from topping the US Billboard chart.Led by the track ‘Falling Down’, the rapper’s latest record earned 204,000 equivalent album units in its first week of release in the US, with 11,000 being pure album sales.

Actress Mary Mara has died at age 61 after reportedly drowning in a river.New York State Police say the Ray Donovan actress died during a swim in the St. Lawrence River, according to TMZ.She was discovered in the town of Cape Vincent, New York on Sunday.

CODA star Troy Kotsur visited Sesame Street to talk about diversity on the Word of the Day segment.The 53-year-old stood with the popular characters The Count and Rosita, and they discussed myriad topics like languages they speak and where they're from. Important lesson:Troy Kotsur knows a lot about diversity, and he decided to share what he knows with the next generationThe actor, who is hearing impaired, used American Sign Language and an interpreter spoke over the segment.The Count and Rosita said they didn't know any ASL and worried that Troy would not be able understand them, but he quickly put their fears to rest.

Bruce Willis will do whatever it takes to protect his daughter - played by Ashley Greene - in the new trailer for Wrong Place.The 67-year-old Willis stars as Frank, a former police chief turned security guard who stops Virgil (Massi Furlan) from killing another man, Leon (Adam Huel Potter).When Virgil is sent to jail, he sends Jake (Michael Sirow) after Frank, his daughter Chloe and her friend Tammy (Stacey Danger). New trailer:Bruce Willis will do whatever it takes to protect his daughter - played by Ashley Greene - in the new trailer for Wrong Place Stop:The 67-year-old Willis stars as Frank, a former police chief turned security guard who stops Virgil (Massi Furlan) from killing another man, Leon (Adam Huel Potter)The trailer begins with Jake and Virgil chasing Leon through the woods, as he Leon falls in front of a building as Virgil catches up to him'Look you need me, you know that,' a bloodied Leon says, but Virgil draws his gun and says, 'You don't leave me much of a choice.' Before he pulls the trigger, though, Frank walks out of the building and fires a shot at Virgil's hands.

Charlize Theron shared a few hilarious photos on her Instagram capturing a funny moment between her co-star, Uma Thurman.The post contained a series of both colored and black and white photos of the two actresses having the time of their lives.The two actresses have been working on the film, The Old Guard 2, which has recently entered its main production stages. Lots of fun: Charlize Theron and Uma Thurman appear to be having a lot of fun during filming of The Old Guard 2The first picture in the series shows Charlize, 46, laughing with Uma, 52, during what looks like a very playful wrestle.

Amy Schumer and her husband of four years, Chris Fischer, still have that newlywed vibe.The blonde beauty received a sweet kiss from the chef at her 41st birthday held at the TWA Hotel at the John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York over the weekend.'Had the best 2nd 40Th birthday ever at the @twahotel thanks for the pics @spitzmelissa,' wrote the Trainwreck star in her caption.

Amy Schumer cares about is spending special occasions with family.ALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleThe star was showered with love as she celebrated her birthday on 1 June, and though a plethora of celebrities and public figures took to Instagram to honor her, what really made the day special was cuddles with her son, Gene David Fischer.Amy shared a slew of pictures of how all of her friends celebrated her, but the cherry on top were the rare glimpses of her with her son and husband, Chris Fisher.WATCH: Amy opens up about her health issuesMORE: Amy Schumer shares rare glimpse into private life alongside loved-up photo with husbandThe adorable photo sees her laying on a plush gray couch, and she's leaning back, closing her eyes and subtly smiling, as her son, who is three-years-old, is laying face first right atop her, showcasing his messy blonde hair the same color as his mom's.The comedian captioned the endearing snapshot with: "My best birthday!" and it certainly looks like it was.She also included a loved up picture with her husband, appearing to be headed out on a special birthday date night.The heartwarming mother-and-son photoAs the two shared a kiss, Amy looked chic wearing tailored, camel trousers with a wide-leg, paired with two layered button-down blouses, one matching the pants and a baby blue one popping out through the top one's collar.MORE: Amy Schumer lists 'dream' $15million NY apartment as she makes confession about former living situationMORE: Amy Schumer delivers heartbreaking statement after recent tragedyShe was flooded with love in the comments, with stars such as Kathy Hilton and her daughter, Paris Hilton, commenting sweet celebratory messages,

The Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial has had everybody talking for weeks, so it’s no surprise celebs voiced their opinions on social media after the verdict was reached Wednesday.

Amy Schumer is relatively private when it comes to sharing photo of her personal life online, but couldn't resist posting a loved-up picture with her husband on social media this week.READ: Amy Schumer inundated with love and support after heartfelt post about her sonThe comedy star took to Instagram to share a photo of herself with Chris Fischer walking down the street - and it was too cute!In the snapshot, Chris had his arm around his wife, as he looked at her smiling. "Hot date," the mom-of-one captioned the photo.VIDEO: Amy Schumer opens up about her health issues Fans were quick to comment on the post, with one writing: "The way he looks at you!" alongside a love heart emoji, while another wrote: "He looks at you with such love." A third added: "Love the way he's looking at you."MORE: Amy Schumer delivers heartbreaking statement after recent tragedyMORE: Who is Life & Beth star Amy Schumer married to?Amy and Chris have been married since 2018 and share son Gene, three.