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A number of comedians have come to Chris Rock’s defense after some criticized his jokes about Will Smith and his wife Jada Pinkett in his stand-up special last weekend.  After staying quiet for a year, Rock finally unleashed on the A-list couple after being slapped by the "Bad Boys" actor while he was presenting at the Oscars in March 2022.  Comedian D.L. Hughley wrote on Instagram after his show, "I’m going to give my brother, his flowers and his respect,"@chrisrock YOU DID THE DAMN THING, MOST IMPORTANTLY… YOU STAYED TRUE TO YOURSELF!! as far as everyone else that seems to have an opinion on whether or not he should’ve mentioned what happened to HIM, you don’t get to decide when, why or how someone else deals with THEIR trauma."  He noted that while Rock stayed silent for a year, the "ENTIRE WORLD" weighed in on the slap and many comedians did bits on it.  "The ONE PERSON YOU NEVER HEARD FROM ABOUT IT WAS CHRIS!!" he wrote.

Dilbert creator Scott Adams after his racist rant.Adams had called Black American people “a hate group” and said white people should “get the hell away from Black people”, following his lead by moving to “a neighbourhood with a very low Black population”.In response, Minhaj used his time as The Daily Show guest host to address Adams: “Kanye heard this and was like, ‘whoa, whoa, my brother… pace yourself.’”The comedian went on to call Adams “a certain type of rich person” and compared him to Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling.“I can guarantee you: J.K.

A Texas man facing the death penalty claims a Comedy Central roast conducted during his imprisonment unfairly influenced his sentencing.

EXCLUSIVE: Half Baked 2, the sequel to the 1998 cult comedy, has finished production in Baton Rouge, LA with Rachel True reprising her role as Mary Jane in the Universal 1440 Entertainment title. Also joining the cast is Maze Runner‘s Dexter Darden, as well as Moses Storm (Unfriended), Ramona Young (Never Have I Ever), Ash Santos (True Story), Joel Courtney (Super 8, The Kissing Booth), and David Koechner (Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy.

John Mayer, Jimmy Kimmel, and Jeff Ross paid tribute to Bob Saget during a fundraising event earlier this week. The trio hosted the Scleroderma Research Foundation's annual fundraising event Cool Comedy, Hot Cuisine, an event the Full House star had attended since the '90s, in Beverly Hills on Wednesday. The night also served as a tribute to Saget, who died in January aged 65 after suffering an accidental blow to the head.

Lori Loughlin hit the red carpet on Wednesday night with the wives of her “Full House” co-stars, honouring the late Bob Saget at a fundraising event.

Lori Loughlin hit the red carpet on Wednesday night with the wives of her co-stars, honoring the late Bob Saget at a fundraising event. The actress posed alongside Saget's widow, Kelly Rizzo, and John Stamos' wife, Caitlin McHugh, in a floor-length halter gown as the trio smiled arm-in-arm for photographers. Rizzo wore a camel-colored high-neck dress with ruching, while McHugh opted for a dark floral midi with a thigh-high slit. Loughlin's appearance comes as it was announced that she had scored her first new movie role following her involvement in a 2019 college admissions scandal.Rizzo served as co-chair for the Scleroderma Research Foundation's Cool Comedy Hot Cuisine Event, which was hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, John Mayer and Jeff Ross.

Five-time Emmy winner Dave Chappelle performed a surprise stand-up set at the star-studded Bob Saget tribute in Beverly Hills on Wednesday night, which raised $1.2M for the Scleroderma Research Foundation.'Tonight I got drunk because I love Bob so much. Bob, I can feel you in this room tonight,' the 49-year-old controversial comedian said onstage the Beverly Wilshire Hotel.'What a fantastic human being.' Did it for Bob: Five-time Emmy winner Dave Chappelle (M) performed a surprise stand-up set at the star-studded Bob Saget tribute in Beverly Hills on Wednesday night, which raised $1.2M for the Scleroderma Research FoundationDave - who felt like he was 'bombing' - shared a video message the late Full House star sent to him months before his January 9 death and vowed to continue to do him 'favors forever.'Bill Burr, Kevin Nealon, and Howie Mandel also performed sets at the $500-a-ticket Cool Comedy Hot Cuisine Tribute - which was co-hosted by John Mayer, Jimmy Kimmel and Jeff Ross.

In honor of his beloved sister, Bob Saget was the driving force behind the Scleroderma Research Foundation's annual star-studded fundraiser for three decades.But in the wake of the famed comedian's sudden and tragic death in January, this year's Cool Comedy, Hot Cuisine event was turned into a special tribute to Saget.Some of the world's top comedians and musicians, all of which were happy to call the former Full House star their friend, hit the stage to help raise funds for the Scleroderma Research Foundation, a non-profit that funds research in its search to find a cure, something that was near and dear to Saget's heart.His beloved widow, Kelly Rizzo, stepped in to continue the legacy he built with the fundraiser, while late night host Jimmy Kimmel, comedian Jeff Ross and musician John Mayer served as the hosts of the festivities.  Kepping his legacy alive: Bob Saget's widow, Kelly Rizzo, 43, help spearhead her late husband's annual fundraising effort -Cool Comedy, Hot Cuisine, which was turned into a tribute to the comedian in Los Angeles on WednesdayPersonally greeting all the celebrities and supporters, Rizzo, 43, looked elegant in a form-fitting brown gown that hugged her toned figure.The eye-catching number came complete with one sleeve and a slit down the right side, allowing her to flaunt her right leg at a moments notice, along with her black strappy heels. She kept the accessories to a minimum, wearing just a bracelet, dangling earrings and her wedding ring,Rounding out her overall look, Rizzo styled her platinum blonde tresses about shoulder length, styled long and straight with a part on the right, while in contrast she pulled her hair on the right side behind her ear.

It’s the moment many “America’s Got Talent” acts have been waiting for: the roast of Simon Cowell.

16th annual charity gig on Nov. 7 in David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts alongside some special musical and comedic guests.The “Born In The U.S.A.” hitmaker will be joined by comedian Jon Stewart, as well as performances by The Lumineers, Broadway star Amber Iman, Hasan Minhaj, Jeff Ross, and Iliza Shlesinger, with more to be announced.The gig will raise funds for the Bob Woodruff Foundation in support of veterans.

Bruce Springsteen will once again perform at this year’s Stand Up for Heroes benefit New York, with the annual event’s 16th edition taking place at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on November 7.This year’s instalment of the event – which supports the Bob Woodruff Foundation‘s mission to “find, fund, shape, and accelerate equitable solutions that help the veteran and military community thrive” – will also feature The Lumineers, comedian Jon Stewart, Amber Iman, Hasan Minhaj, Jeff Ross, Iliza Shlesinger and more. Tickets are on sale now.“After an incredible in-person return last year, we are thrilled to welcome everyone back for another night of laughter, healing, and appreciation of our nation’s heroic veterans, featuring some of the funniest comics and most talented musicians on the planet,” said Woodruff.“Stand Up for Heroes celebrates our veterans, military and their families highlighting their remarkable stories of resilience and service,” added the ABC News correspondent – who started the annual event after being seriously wounded while covering the Iraq war in 2006.In the decade and a half since Stand Up for Heroes had its inaugural edition in 2007, the benefit – which typically kicks off New York Comedy Festival – has featured musicians like Red Hot Chili Peppers, Roger Waters and Sheryl Crow, and comedians such as Robin Williams, Jerry Seinfeld, Whoopi Goldberg, Seth Meyers, Conan O’Brien, John Mulaney and more.Though the line-up for the event has shifted with every year it takes place, Springsteen has been the sole constant act, performing at each and every one.

Michele Amabile Angermiller Bruce Springsteen, Jon Stewart, Amber Iman, the Lumineers, Hasan Minhaj, Jeff Ross, Iliza Shlesinger and more are set to perform at the annual Stand Up for Heroes benefit event, which supports the Bob Woodruff Foundation’s efforts to help wounded service members, veterans and their families. Presented in partnership with the New York Comedy Festival, the 16th annual celebration will take place on Nov. 7 at David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City. Tickets go on sale today (Sept. 7) at The event, which always features Springsteen performing select songs and dispensing jokes, will also highlight inspiring moments, memorable surprises, and stories of resilience while recognizing the men and women who have served in our nation’s military. The Bob Woodruff Foundation’s mission is to “find, fund, shape and accelerate equitable solutions that help the veteran and military community thrive,” according to a release.

Bruce Springsteen and Jon Stewart will hold to tradition by returning for this year’s Stand Up for Heroes in New York City. The 16th annual event, which features music and comedy to benefit the Bob Woodruff Foundation, will kick off the 2022 New York Comedy Festival on November 7 at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.

Dave Chappelle made a surprise appearance at a Liverpool comedy club ahead of his UK tour with Chris Rock.The comedian performed an unplanned two-hour set at Liverpool’s Hot Water Comedy Club on Wednesday (August 31), where he was joined by Jeff Ross. You can check out pictures from the show below.Fellow comedian Adam Rowe tweeted that he had taken both Chappelle and Ross to Liverpool’s Chinatown following the set, describing it as “one of the maddest Wednesday nights I’ve ever been involved in”.Chappelle kicked off his short UK tour with Chris Rock on Thursday (September 1) at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool.

Chris Rock has been keeping a low profile following the much-watched Oscars altercation between himself and Will Smith back in March.MORE: Chris Rock makes huge career announcement amid Oscars altercationBut this weekend, the star appeared in an emotional new tribute to the late actor Bob Saget.Chris was one of the many stars who featured in the show, Dirty Daddy: The Bob Saget Tribute, which aired on Netflix on June 10.VIDEO: Will Smith slaps Chris Rock at the OscarsWhile it was a celebration of Bob's life, it was also emotional, as the star alongside other comics including Jim Carrey, Jeff Ross and Bob's Full House co-star John Stamos all remembered the actor.MORE: Jada Pinkett Smith criticized for 'self-righteous' remarks about Will Smith's Oscars slapMORE: Chris Rock speaks about bruises following Will Smith slap Bob's wife Kelly Rizzo helped launch the tribute, after being encouraged by Jim to "keep it short".While Chris kept the program light-hearted with memorable quips, including saying: "I think it’s sad that (he) had to die to get Jim Carrey back on stage. If this is the only way we gonna see you perform, I'm gonna kill Eddie Murphy next week," other comments were heartbreaking.

A forever bond. Nearly six months after Bob Saget died, former Full House costars Lori Loughlin and John Stamos came together to honor his legacy.

Lori Loughlin is having a hard time accepting the loss of Full House co-star Bob Saget, who passed away unexpectedly in January following a stand-up show in Florida.The 57-year-old actress spoke candidly about her grief as she made a rare social media appearance during fellow Full House alum John Stamos' Instagram Live on Friday.The stream, which also featured appearances by Saget's close pals John Mayer and Jeff Ross,was in honor of the new Netflix special paying tribute to the late comedian. Grieving:Lori Loughlin is having a hard time accepting the loss of Full House co-star Bob Saget, who passed away unexpectedly in January following a stand-up show in Florida; Lori pictured in 2019'He was everyone's dad, he was part of everyone's childhood...

A sweet — but funny — moment. John Stamos read his final text exchange with friend Bob Saget at an upcoming tribute to his late costar.

Netflix special. Premiering Friday, “Dirty Daddy: The Bob Saget Tribute” will feature the late comedian’s famous friends and family celebrating his legacy in the most joking — and yet touching — ways possible.Saget’s widow Kelly Rizzo-Saget, his daughters Lara and Aubrey and “FullHouse” castmates John Stamos, Dave Coulier and Candace Cameron Bure will all appear in the special, which was filmed on Jan. 30 at The Comedy Store in West Hollywood.

Bob Saget‘s wife, Kelly Rizzo, beautifully pays homage to the late comedian in the upcoming Netflix special “Dirty Daddy: The Bob Saget Tribute”.