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Jason Reitman to Direct a Movie About the First Episode of ‘Saturday Night Live’
Now here’s an interesting mix of content and creator. Jason Reitman, having turned over directing duties for the Ghostbusters sequel to co-writer Gil Kenan, has found a new project. Not only is he choosing a fascinating subject for his next movie, it’s a television institution that no doubt will put it on the radar of […] More
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Before Emmy Gold: Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
This week at Awards Radar, we’re doing deep dives into the past work of this year’s Emmy nominees. From underseen cult classics to mega-blockbusters, these nominees have had various roles and projects shaping their careers. The Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series category proves to be a tight race with these immensely talented actresses. […] More
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Interview: Molly Shannon On Stepping Into the World of ‘I Love That For You’
When Molly Shannon does not stop running. From her days on Saturday Night Live as her most iconic character, Mary Katherine Gallagher, she literally threw herself at her work. It is well documented that the actress and comedian put her body at risk to play the clumsy, furniture smashing Catholic school girl character. The three-time […] More
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Interview: Chris Redd on Staying Busy with ‘Bust Down,’ ‘Kenan,’ and ‘Saturday Night Live’
Chris Redd is a funny guy, and this past season, he’s found multiple outlets to show the world. He co-created, executive-produced and starred in Bust Down on Peacock, while continuing his roles on NBC’s recently-cancelled Kenan and Saturday Night Live. Awards Radar had the chance to speak with Redd about the lengthy process of adapting […] More
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Pete Davidson, Kate McKinnon Among Four Cast Members Leaving ‘Saturday Night Live’
After eight seasons on board Saturday Night Live, Pete Davidson will be departing the cast of the beloved variety series. Co-stars Aidy Bryant, Kate McKinnon, and Kyle Mooney are also expected to announce their departures from the show. After joining SNL at the age of 20, Pete Davidson quickly emerged as one of the brightest […] More
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Ana Gasteyer Is In The Driver’s Seat For NBC’s New Comedy, ‘American Auto’
While many will know Ana Gasteyer from her six years on Saturday Night Live or her countless appearances in series and films such as The Goldbergs, Lady Dynamite, and The Happiest Season, where you may not recognize her being in the driver’s seat. That’s just where the very funny comedy actress lands, as she takes […] More
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Emmy Analysis: Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series
With the days of Modern Family dominance long gone, the Supporting Actor in a Comedy category has been one of the night’s most exciting awards for a few years. Tony Hale was the last man to repeat a win in this category for the same performance back in 2015, with several inspired choices coming since […] More
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Emmy Analysis: Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series has often been a category that has allowed for dominance across a couple of years. Alex Borstein, Kate McKinnon, Allison Janney and Julie Bowen have all won across two consecutive years in recent ceremonies, with only Merritt Weaver, Jane Lynch and Annie Murphy proving to be one-off winners since […] More
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Creative Arts Emmys Winners, Night One
The Emmys kicked off on Saturday by announcing winners for the first of three rounds of the Creative Arts Emmy Awards. After all was said and done the night went to the queen, Netflix’s The Queen’s Gambit, that is. The acclaimed limited series came out on top with seven trophies. Other notable winners walking away […] More
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Do We Still Need Saturday Night Live?
It seems like the general consensus around last weekend’s episode of Saturday Night Live was a bit of a bust, with much of the criticism surrounding Jim Carrey’s… less than stellar impression of Vice President Joe Biden (because I guess we’ve all just accepted that Lorne Michaels will not let go of Alec Baldwin’s equally-lackluster […] More
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Emmy Analysis: Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
This category has seen three back-to-back winners in a row – Alex Borstein, Kate McKinnon and Allison Janney. In previous years, the same actress winning three consecutive prizes wasn’t uncommon, with Doris Roberts, Laurie Metcalf, Rhea Perlman and Valerie Harper all cemented in Emmy history. With a crowded category full of talent this year, it […] More