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Dave Chappelle fills Netflix’s The Dreamer with jokes about trans and disabled people: ‘I love punching down’

It’s the comedian’s first special for the streamer since 2021’s highly controversial ‘The Closer’

The Independent UK

‘Lying for the laugh’: should comedians tell us the truth?

The controversy over Hasan Minhaj’s onstage storytelling was a sign of the shifting demands placed on standup comics

The Guardian - US

Dave Chappelle to air new Netflix special two years after The Closer ignited trans row

It will be the comedian’s seventh special to debut on the streaming service

The Independent UK

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32 Famous Comedians That Did Sketch Comedy But Were Never SNL Cast Members

Not all sketch comedy heroes were in the SNL cast.

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From SNL and Triumph to kid film "Leo"

The comedy vet discusses the skit that shocked Dave Chappelle, writing "Christmastime for the Jews" and his dad era

Salon

32 Hollywood Stars That Don’t Actually Live In California

Most filmmakers and stars live in California, but not all of them Here's a list of those that make their home outside of the Golden State.

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Piers Morgan and Louis Theroux in war of words after fight claim

Broadcasters have been taunting each other on social media

The Independent UK

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On my radar: Cat Power’s cultural highlights

The indie singer-songwriter on her favourite New York restaurant, Dave Chappelle on top form, and Tracey Emin up close

The Guardian - UK

Louis Theroux names the divisive figure he wants to interview next: ‘Bit controversial, what do you think?’

The documentary maker wants his BBC conversation series to ‘see people clearly’

The Independent UK

Chappelle Israel comments spark walkout

According to the WSJ, several attendees commanded Chappelle to "shut up" while others got up and left his show

Salon

‘We’re all learning’: why Netflix needs Hannah Gadsby’s Gender Agenda

A mixed bill of standups, presented by the Nanette star and due to be recorded for the streamer, is a valuable response to its Dave Chappelle controversy

The Guardian - UK

Things to do in Chicago Sept. 28-Oct. 4: The Mix

The ‘Destinos’ theater festival, shows by Dave Chappelle and Peter Gabriel, and the arrival of a touring 12-foot puppet are among the highlights in the week ahead.

Chicago Sun-Times

Edinburgh Fringe comedy reviews, from Ahir Shah to Two Cats on a Date

Isobel Lewis gives her verdict on comedy and theatre at the Fringe for its final weekend

The Independent UK

‘I used to get in role by harassing my girlfriend’: the risky brilliance of playing anti-woke characters

Edinburgh fringe comics portraying cancelled standups and rightwing politicians talk about the dangers and successes of their satire

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The Independent UK

‘I realise what I said hurt people’: Carlos Santana apologises for ‘insensitive’ anti-transgender remarks

Video of Santana star suggesting that trans people should stay ‘in the closet’ went viral this week

The Independent UK

Carlos Santana makes shocking remarks about trans people during concert: ‘I’m like this with Dave Chappelle’

Mexican-born American guitarist likened himself to divisive comedian Dave Chappelle

The Guardian - US

It’s a rap: what are the greatest hip-hop movies?

The genre, which turns 50 this month, has led to surprisingly few movies but the best include a black-and-white comedy and a starry documentary

The Independent UK

Martina Navratilova starts Twitter row with Megan Rapinoe over trans women in sports

18-time Grand Slam winner had a one word response to Rapinoe’s claims that she was fueling transphobia

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Los Angeles Times

Stand-up comics on selling specials to the streamers: 'You do not need them'

LOS ANGELES — Netflix's first live stand-up special, Chris Rock's "Selective Outrage," was an all-around success for the streamer, landing among its Top 10 U.S. shows for the week and becoming Nielsen's most streamed comedy special in a measurement week, with 798 million viewing minutes. And it earned Rock $20…

The Independent UK

Hannah Gadsby reflects on ‘unfortunate’ association with Netflix

‘Nanette’ star previously called the service an ‘amoral algorithm cult’

The Independent UK

Wanda Sykes criticises old friend Dave Chappelle for ‘damaging’ jokes about trans people

‘If our paths did cross, I totally would say something,’ comedian said

Los Angeles Times

Wanda Sykes criticizes Dave Chappelle's anti-trans jokes: 'So hurtful and damaging'

Wanda Sykes has declared her support for the transgender community and criticized Dave Chappelle's transphobic material in a recent interview reflecting on the state of the comedy industry.

Cinemablend

Kevin Hart Opens Up About Friendship With Dave Chappelle In Sweet Post, Then Reveals How His Barber Trolled Him Over It

Kevin Hart shared some warm words about his longtime friend, Dave Chappelle.

Salon

John Mulaney's cancellation comedy

Comedian, heal thyself

MusicRadar

Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert: 10 drum highlights you need to see

From the tragedy of Taylor Hawkins' death, came the light of the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concerts, here are our highlights from the televised Wembley event

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