Sentences with phrase «such as the comedian»

They are seeking presenters for studio driven shows and personalities such as comedians, musicians and hosts who can anchor their own shows.

As it currently exists in its free alpha, characters such as a comedian, a soldier, an investment banker, and a vampire run around in small sections of a procedurally - generated city completing missions with their wits or strength or both.

Ligon appropriates texts from a variety of literary writers including Walt Whitman, Zora Neal Hurston, Gertrude Stein, James Baldwin, and Ralph Ellison, as well from more popular sources such as the comedian Richard Pryor.

Celebrities such as comedian Chelsea Handler came out to publicly defend women's health organizations, too.

Not exact matches

They said the comments from Hastings and Sarandos were only intended to suggest that the streaming - video provider wants to do more Vice-style documentaries, as well as news - related shows such as the one it is planning with comedian Chelsea Handler for next year.

Comedians such as Louis CK, Jim Gaffigan, Aziz Ansari, and Amy Schumer now regularly perform in arenas — virtually unheard of 10 years ago.

Its advertiser - supported BarkPost is filled with dog news and videos and gets 10 million unique visitors a month; BarkShop is an e-commerce site where customers can buy all manner of dog paraphernalia without the committing to a subscription; and BarkLive sponsors dog - centric live events such as Open Bark Night, where waggish stand - up comedians share drinks and dog stories («Three corgis walk into a bar...»).

More recently, the Google subsidiary made a major move into commissioning content with the announcement earlier this month that it is launching more than 40 TV - style shows on the platform, including some homegrown YouTube stars, as well as traditional Hollywood celebrities such as talk show host Ellen DeGeneres and comedian Kevin Hart.

The film boasts a shockingly good ensemble that allows typically dramatic actors like Chiwetel Ejiofor a chance to be funny and comedians such as Kristen Wiig and Donald Glover a chance to do their thing.

The overpaid list includes established, big A-listers including Cruise's ex-wife Nicole Kidman and comedians such as Adam Sandler, Will Ferrell and Eddie Murphy.

The risks of the cloud are nothing new — Richard Stallman, a well - known open - source activist, has called cloud - storage services «a trap» numerous times, and comedian Louis C.K. warned against the dangers of handing over our photos to services such as iCloud back in 2012, on Jimmy Kimmel Live of all places.

Until Friday, Louis C.K., whose real name is Louis Székely, refused to respond to accusations of sexual misconduct against coworkers and female comedians that have been reported in various articles, such as one in 2015 by Gawker.

The initial slate of seven shows will include unscripted material from actors, talk - show hosts, musicians, and comedians such as Ellen DeGeneres, Katy Perry, Demi Lovato, Ludacris, and Kevin Hart.

From Comedy Central's ability to provide a fresh outlet for up - and - coming comedians to VH1 unveiling the truth, grit and brilliance behind artists such as Bob Marley and John Lennon, Viacom's properties were once the envy of mainstream television networks.

However, I've also seen far too many people attempt to ground their identity in doubt - free theology making it all too easy for comedians such as Bill Maher, George Carlin or Ricky Gervais to come along and thoroughly dismantle flimsy beliefs about the creation narrative, the historical Jesus or how seemingly misogynistic and oppressive the Bible sounds.

Comedian Woody Allen often goes for an easy laugh by inserting various outrageous statements into a parody, such as his takeoff on Kafka's Journals: «Getting through the night is becoming harder and harder.

He's developed an unlikely friendship with one of Australia's best known atheist comedian radio hosts and spends time with countercultural figures such as Billy Corgan of the rock band The Smashing Pumpkins.

Coke is partnering with teen influencers such as online video queen from New Zealand Jamie Curry and Brisbane YouTube comedian Adrian Van Oyen to engage with youth.

But the most exciting development — according to Gennady (Crocodile) Korolkov, 32, who is one of Odessa's navigators and its comedian in residence — is an impending appearance on the Home Shopping Network in order to pitch Ukrainian knickknacks such as dolls, intricately painted wooden eggs and souvenirs of the yacht.

The site showcases exclusive profiles and personal video interviews of celebrity mom mentors that will also be personally reviewing the Traveling Bear products such as: Malaak Compton - Rock: Philanthropist of the Year and wife of comedian Chris Rock, Colbie and Diane Caillat: Triple Platinum Artist, Singer, Songwriter and her mom Diane, Danielle Monaro: Z100 Radio DJ, Kathie Lee Gifford: Co-host Today, Actress, Singer, Songwriter, Anne Sutherland Fuchs: Chair of NYC Commission on Women's Issues, Rebecca Lobo: WNBA all - star, ESPN commentator, Emme: First plus - sized Supermodel, Liz Lange: Founder, Liz Lange Maternity, Jane Skinner: Co-host «Happening Now» on FOX TV, Jennifer Griffin: FOX political news correspondent, Josie Bissett: Actress, Melrose Place, Dr. Robi Ludwig: Nationally Known Psychotherapist, Samantha Ettus: Best Selling Author «The Expert's Guide» Series, Lisa Bloom: Host of In Session on truTV, legal correspondent and daughter of Gloria Allred, Laurie Gelman: Co-host of Toronto's, «The Mom Show», wife of Michael Gelman, Exec.

We already know some Damons, such as Damon Wayans, the funny guy comedian and actor, and of course, Matt Damon.

The move to ban discarding has gained widespread public support through the campaigning efforts of supermarkets, pressure groups, chefs including Hugh Fearnley - Whittingstall, and other celebrities such as the band Coldplay and the comedian Ricky Gervais.

The Chicago Second City has helped mold comedians such as Bill Murray and Steve Carell.

Actresses, photographers, artists, musicians, comedians... I don't do well with the ones that see such things as a waste of time.

The Lonely Hearts club image lasted nearly as long as Bob Hope himself and was the butt of many comedians» jokes, which gave the dating industry an image that only desperate and lonely people join such clubs.

The comedian hosts a talk show that focuses on timely issues and relatable topics, such as marriage, dating, finance and parenting.

Biography: He is an American comedian, Virgina born but based in New York City, he has been a sketch character actor on shows as Late Night With Conan O'Brien, giving character such as Samir from The Shutterbugs sketch.

Comedian Chelsea Handler travels the globe and sits down with celebrity guests to discuss such topics as international cultures; alternative lifestyles; education; health; sports; parenting; politics; and more.

Starring opposite such grounded comedians — Kroll, Wiig, Rudolph, Rogen, McCarthy — might deter anyone, especially as an actress with a somewhat traditionally delicate demeanor and no real comedy resumé, from trying to be funny.

While notorious comedians (such as Byrne's Bridesmaids co-star Kristen Wiig, for example) are making exhaustive strides into the realm of drama, Byrne has slowly emerged as a subtly hilarious film presence, and she shows no signs of slowing down.

Aside from McHale, the biopic features impressive cast of comedians and actors playing an even more impressive bunch of trailblazing comedians and actors, such as Domhnall Gleeson as Henry Beard, Thomas Lennon as Michael O'Donoghue, Jon Daly as Bill Murray, and Natasha Lyonne as Anne Beatts.

Hitler's Folly Rated: Not rated Available Now Site: www.plymptoons.com Cost: Free streaming Adolf Hitler is no joking matter, even though comedians such as Charlie Chaplin, The Three Stooges and Mel Brooks have successfully spoofed him.

French actor and comedian Jean Dujardin has brought such undeniable leading - man charm to his career on - screen that it may come as a surprise that he didn't decide to become an actor early on.

Comedians such as Molly Shannon, Paul Scheer, as well as Garfunkel & Oats» Kate Micucci & Riki Lindhome make extended appearances.

When it comes to debates about the quality of Netflix's original efforts, nothing is more of a punching bag than comedian Adam Sandler's films, such as «The Ridiculous Six,» which are a part of his huge deal with the streamer.

Bruce, the stand - up comedian whose focus on social satire, was the forerunner of controversial greats such as George Carlin and Bill Hicks; Hoffman received his third Oscar nomination for his performance.

Perhaps this misrepresentation of funny women on the small screen is why Schumer continuously features fellow female comedians on her series, such as Nikki Glaser, Ali Wong, Janeane Garofalo, Leggero, Rachel Dratch, Marina Franklin and Rachel Feinstein.

by Walter Chaw British Comedian Sacha Baron Cohen, as his Kazakhstani journalist alter ego Borat, tells former Georgia senator Bob Barr that the cheese Barr's just eaten was made from his wife's breast milk, and he does it in such a way as to suggest the naïf savage stereotype's unaffected innocence as it preys on the secret bigot in us all.

The son of comedians Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, he first gained fame with his acclaimed TV sketch - comedy series, The Ben Stiller Show, which launched such performers as Janeane Garofalo, Andy Dick, and Bob Odenkirk.

And for the first time in years, the hosting duties will not be handled by a comedian such as Chris Rock, Jon Stewart, Billy Crystal or Steve Martin.

Louis has been apart of Oscar nominated films such as American Hustle so it wouldn't be that out of place for the comedian to take a part in a larger film.

Co-founder Janet Varney, a comedian whose own career has veered from stand - up to acting to podcasting, says some of the best things happen when the group strives for the whimsical — such as a new detour that will feature musicians performing the soundtracks of «Rushmore,» «Twin Peaks» and «The Royal Tenenbaums.»

Mogul had lots of competition from other documentary gems such as the «Latin Legends of Comedy» by director and stand up comedian Ray Ellin.

Comedian and actor Patton Oswalt, best known for his work in films such as BIG FAN (2009), YOUNG ADULT (2011), and THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY (2013), as well as voicing the star of Pixar's RATATOUILLE (2007), is set to guest star on a brand new episode of Marvel's AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D later this season.

Back then, you would not only get a feature film, but possibly a cartoon, a newsreel and a short subject, which could be something dramatic such as MGM's «Crime Doesn't Pay» or «Passing Parade» series or a comedy featuring Laurel & Hardy, The Three Stooges, Our Gang or some other comedian.

Netflix has positioned itself as a leading online force in comedy, picking up shows such as Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and ordering countless stand - up specials from comedians.

Omar Sy has developed an irresistible persona as a comedian, which has served him well in such films as «Les Intouchables» and last year's underrated «Chocolat».

Instead of romance, the fall season will see comedies such as «Bad Grandpa», starring «Jackass» comedian Johnny Knoxville about an 86 - year - old man traveling across America with his 8 - year - old grandson, and «Last Vegas,» where four aging friends head to Sin City for a weekend of debauchery.

Indiana, Louisiana, and South Dakota, for example, can count General Education Development certificates in their graduation rate calculations, in spite of decades of evidence that has long - ago showed that GEDs are not what comedian Chris Rock once called good enough diplomas, and that the ex-dropouts who gain GEDs fare as badly as dropouts who never go back for such shoddy credentials.

The new polls make clear that more than a year of high - profile opposition to the Common Core from parent activists on the left and the right, as well as from tea party groups, celebrity comedians and politicians such as Jindal and Huckabee, has taken a toll.