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Well, this is a big bummer and perhaps an unfortunate sign that Universal has lost faith in the project, at least on the theatrical level. “Please Don’t Destroy,” the new upcoming comedy from the “Saturday Night Live” trio Please Don’t Destroy, produced by Judd Apatow, is no longer going to be released theatrically by Universal.

‘SNL’s” cast members live this summer.Long-running “Weekend Update” anchor Colin Jost is embarking on an 11-show stand-up comedy tour that will take him all over the country from June 1-25.That includes a show at Huntington, NY’s The Paramount on June 1.Plus, he may even bring a few “SNLers” along with him.On his tour last year, Jost had cast members James Austin Johnson, Sarah Sherman and Andrew Dismukes as well as writers Jake Nordwind and Alex English open for him.Best of all though, tickets are surprisingly affordable to see ScarJo’s husband live.At the time of publication, we found some Colin Jost tickets going for as low as $37 before fees on Vivid Seats.Not a bad price to see an Emmy host and Wrestlemania vet (yes, really) live.Want to see the man with a “punchable face” perform jokes live?Here’s everything you need to know and more.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

Foo Fighters were reportedly scheduled to perform on Saturday Night Live (SNL) before the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike forced cancellations.According to Entertainment Weekly, the band were supposed to perform for SNL‘s season final later this month alongside debuting host Jennifer Coolidge of The White Lotus. The now-cancelled episode would have marked the Foo Fighters’ eight performance on the long-running show.

not Saturday night. “Saturday Night Live” has abruptly canceled the remaining episodes of Season 48 because of the writer’s strike. The show also revealed the A-list stars who were going to host the now-yanked episodes.

voted unanimously to call for a strike — Hollywood’s first in 15 years — claiming that writers have faced difficulties securing steady jobs.“The companies’ behavior has created a gig economy inside a union workforce, and their immovable stance in this negotiation has betrayed a commitment to further devaluing the profession of writing,” a statement from the labor union reads.“From their refusal to guarantee any level of weekly employment in episodic television, to the creation of a ‘day rate’ in comedy variety, to their stonewalling on free work for screenwriters and on AI for all writers, they have closed the door on their labor force and opened the door to writing as an entirely freelance profession.”In light of the major transformations within the industry — such as the rise of streaming — WGA argues that workers’ compensation needs to reflect such changes.But the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, who sit opposite the strike, claims it gave writers “generous increases in compensation” and “improvements in streaming residuals.”The alliance, which acts as a bargaining representative, said it was previously willing to improve the offer, “but was unwilling to do so because the magnitude of other proposals still on the table that the guild continues to insist upon.”In addition to fair wages, the union is attempting to negotiate stricter regulations on the use of AI amid fears of the advanced technology decimating jobs.Hollywood writers last went on strike in 2007, an action that lasted 100 days.

Hollywood writers’ strike. However, a “Tonight Show” insider told The Post that neither Fallon, 48, nor “Late Night” host Seth Meyers, 49 — whom Kobos later mentioned — are typically not in those production meetings.The Writers Guild of America (WGA) announced in the wee hours Tuesday that its 11,500 screenwriter members in California, New York and other cities will refuse to work after the union and studios failed to agree on a new three-year contract after their current one expired just after midnight.In the wake of the strike, Fallon’s “The Tonight Show,” “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert,” “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” and “Late Night With Seth Meyers” have all been shut down.On Tuesday, Kobos, a non-union member who is not striking, quote tweeted a video of Fallon at the Met Gala on Monday night, in which he told Variety: “I wouldn’t have a show if it wasn’t for my writers, I support them all the way.“They got to have a fair contract and they got a lot of stuff to iron out and hopefully, they get it done,” he added.

Pete Davidson reprise his role as Chad or sit next to Colin Jost on a new «Weekend Update» will just have to wait a while as the forthcoming episode of has been canceled due to the Writers Guild of America strike.Davidson was set to make his hosting debut over the weekend — marking his first return to the show since he left at the end of last season after eight years in the cast.NBC announced on Tuesday that the upcoming episode, featuring Davidson as host and Lil Uzi Vert as musical guest «is canceled due to the writers’ strike» and the show «will air repeats until further notice starting Saturday, May 6.»Davidson is currently promoting the release of his new Peacock series,, which tells a fictionalized version of his own life.ET was on the carpet at the premiere of last month, and spoke with Davidson's friend and co-star, Kenan Thompson, who said he was looking forward to Davidson's return as host.«It's like a week off for us because they know how to do the show,» Thompson told ET of having a former cast member return to host the show. «We don't have to hand walk them through every single part of it.

Pete Davidson’s upcoming episode of Saturday Night Live has been cancelled due to the strike by the Writers Guild of America (WGA).The comedian was set to return to SNL this weekend (May 6) after leaving the show last year, with musical guest Lil Uzi Vert.NBC has since announced it will air repeats owing to the strike. In a statement (via Variety), the network said: “SNL will air repeat until further notice starting Saturday, May 6.”It’s unclear whether any new episodes will air in the 48th season, with the show usually on summer hiatus after May.Speaking on The Tonight Show earlier this week, Davidson joked about the possibility of SNL being cancelled.

Saturday Night Live.The filmmaker will reunite with Ghostbusters: Afterlife co-writer Gil Kenan to pen the script for the project, which will tell the behind-the-scenes story of the show’s premiere episode on October 11, 1975.According to Deadline, the film will be based on real-life accounts of Saturday Night Live’s opening night from an extensive series of interviews conducted by Reitman and Kenan with “all the living cast, writers and crew”.This is the second film Reitman is working on for Sony Pictures. He’s also serving as a co-writer and producer on the sequel to Ghostbusters: Afterlife, directed by Kenan.Aside from the 2021 reboot of Ghostbusters, Reitman is best known for directing films Juno, Up In The Air and Young Adult.

It appears Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan have discovered they have a pretty great working relationship. Reitman directed the popular “Ghostbusters: Afterlife,” which he co-wrote with Kenan.

Kenan Thompson is ready to have Pete Davidson back on . ET spoke to the comedian at the premiere of in New York City on Thursday, and he expressed excitement about his buddy's upcoming return to the sketch series.«It's like a week off for us because they know how to do the show,» Thompson told ET of having a former cast member return to host the show.

one of the most expertly-curated festivals of the year.And this year’s Something In The Water is no exception.Just a few of the big names the “Happy” singer has invited to his April 28-30 three-day jamboree in Virginia Beach, VA include Wu-Tang Clan, Lil Wayne, Kid Cudi, Lil Durk and Jonas Brothers.There’s still so much more.Lil Uzi Vert, Wale, Nile Rodgers and Chic, Machine Gun Kelly and Mumford and Sons are also set to headline.Heck, even Arcade Fire, Third Eye Blind, Maren Morris, 100 gecs and Skrillex will be there.And “Saturday Night Live’s” Jay Pharoah is on the bill as well.Now that is a lineup.Desperately need last-minute tickets?Well, the good news is you can still grab them.At the time of publication, we found three-day passes going for as low as $279 before fees on Vivid Seats.Considering how many bona fide megastars you get to see over the three-day weekend, that’s a bargain.Still need more information before committing?Here’s everything you need to know and more about the 2023 Something In The Water Festival.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.The festival’s festive poster including all acts set to perform from April 28-30 can be seen below.A post shared by

Melissa Villaseñor came back home after wrapping her sixth and final season on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” friends and family almost immediately asked “What’s next?”“That’s not enough?” she laughed.Still, the talented comedienne took their question to heart and got right back to work after leaving the late night program.Now, fans can see the fruits of Villaseñor’s labor.On Tuesday, April 25, she’ll be appearing on NBC’s “Night Court” as Gabby, a mirror character to Melissa Rauch’s Abby.“I think both of us are pretty positive, joyful. Melissas,” Villaseñor said over Zoom.

Liz Lemon and Leslie Knope are leaving the TV screen and hitting the road.Starting April 27 at Port Chester, NY’s Capitol Theatre, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler will take off on their 14-show ‘Restless Leg Tour’ that will send them all over North America up until their final shows in Atlantic City on June 10 and June 11.At all shows, the “30 Rock” and “Parks and Rec” comediennes will “celebrate their 30 years of friendship with an evening of jokes, iconic stories and conversational entertainment.”“If this tour goes right, we can finally end this friendship,” Poehler and Fey cracked in a joint statement.And if you need last-minute tickets to see the ladies with ten (!) Emmy wins between them, we’re here to help out.Seats for all 14 shows are still available.While they’re not overwhelmingly affordable — we did find some tickets for only $77 before fees on Vivid Seats.Not a bad price to see two Weekend Update anchors at once.Want to catch Fey and Poehler’s ‘Restless Leg Tour’ live?Here’s everything you need to know about how to see your favorite gal pals this spring and summer.All prices listed above were found at the time of publication and are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available for all 14 shows can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

Saturday Night Live alum Chris Kattan is engaged! The funnyman, who popped the question last month during a Wilco concert in Chicago, sat down for an interview with , where he and his now-fiancée, Maria Libri, opened up about the proposal and their relationship.«Maria and I fully accept each other for who we are,» Kattan, 52, told the outlet. «It's not just the things we have in common, we also embrace our quirks and differences — and we don't love each other in spite of them, we love each other because of them.»He continued, «When I got to see her and spend time together a few months after we first met, and I realized our creative brains were also totally in sync (after the first sketch we did together), that's when I knew I was in trouble! Thankfully for me she felt the same way.»The pair met over a year and a half ago, after Libri interviewed Kattan in Springfield, Illinois, where he was on tour for a comedy show.«It's funny how life works sometimes and gives you gifts when you're not looking for them,» the journalist turned screenwriter and actor said.

Robert De Niro once left her father “hysterical” after paying him a surprise visit at work.The actor shared the story during her opening monologue on Saturday Night Live (April 15), where she explained that she met De Niro while filming her first American movie, 2016 sports biopic Hands Of Stone.“One day on set he told me, ‘I may be going to Cuba soon. If I do, I’ll say hello to your family,’” de Armas said on the show.

upcoming “Barbie” film was spoofed on “Saturday Night Live” with the popular TV show announcing its own spin-off of another popular doll brand, the American Girls. The prerecorded clip, which aired on April 15, begins by showing clips from Gerwig’s upcoming film.“People can’t stop talking about the brand new ‘Barbie’ movie,” says the narrator. “But not everyone can live in a dream house.”“Some are younger, bigger or sadder,” continues the narration.

Pete Davidson’s upcoming comedy series Bupkis – check it out above.The Peacock series is described as a “heightened, fictionalised version” of the comedian’s real life, where Davidson plays himself. The Sopranos actor Edie Falco plays Davidson’s mother, while Joe Pesci stars as his grandfather.“The series combines grounded storytelling with absurd elements from the unfiltered and completely original worldview for which Pete is well known,” a synopsis reads.As shown in the trailer, there’s a huge roster of guest stars including Charlie Day, John Mulaney, Kenan Thompson and Jon Stewart.

's season 48 is still going strong! The NBC mainstay recently announced the latest round of celebs they've tapped to host the celebrated sketch comedy series. star Ana de Armas will be joined by musical guest Karol G as she heads up the April 15 episode.Pete Davidson, who left the late-night sketch series at the end of season 47 in 2022, will make his return to Studio 8H on May 6.

's season 48 is still going strong! The NBC mainstay recently announced the latest round of celebs they've tapped to host the celebrated sketch comedy series. star Ana de Armas will be joined by musical guest Karol G as she heads up the April 15 episode.Pete Davidson, who left the late-night sketch series at the end of season 47 in 2022, will make his return to Studio 8H on May 6.

Andy Cohen’s “Watch What Happens Live” earlier this week where she admitted that it’s “hard for me to watch the show right now.”Strong was part of the cast of the long-running NBC sketch series for 11 seasons and announced her departure in December 2022.The Bravo host, 54, compared the comedy show to being an “ex-boyfriend,” and Strong couldn’t help but agree.“It was just such a big part of my life and there’s so many people I love there, so I feel like I would just be in a swamp of sadness, just my heart would break,” she said. “I’ve got to keep my distance,” Strong sighed.Cohen then asked her if she would ever return to host the show in the near future.“What did you think about Molly Shannon hosting ‘SNL’ last weekend and has there been any talks of you coming in and hosting as well?” the talk show emcee said about Shannon, 58, who was a cast member on “SNL” from 1995 to 2001 and guest-hosted the April 8 episode.“There’s no talks of me hosting,” Strong replied.However, she confirmed that she would be appearing in the series’ 50th anniversary in the foreseeable future.“SNL” is currently almost through its 48th season.In December 2022, Strong revealed she was leaving “SNL,” after being with the cast for 10 years.