John Oliver
Latest News on John Oliver:
OH, MARY, WICKED Movie & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations (Jan 22, 2025)
WICKED, EMILIA PÉREZ, & More Receive PGA Awards Nominations (Jan 16, 2025)
Russell Howard to Premiere New Stand-Up Special on Streaming in 2025 (Dec 16, 2024)
OH, MARY, WICKED Movie & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations (Jan 22, 2025)
WICKED, EMILIA PÉREZ, & More Receive PGA Awards Nominations (Jan 16, 2025)
Russell Howard to Premiere New Stand-Up Special on Streaming in 2025 (Dec 16, 2024)
BIO
Oliver started his career as a stand-up comedian, both in the United Kingdom and United States. He came to wider attention for his work on THE DAILY SHOW WITH Jon Stewart as its senior British correspondent from 2006 to 2013. Oliver won three Primetime Emmy Awards for his work as a writer on THE DAILY SHOW and was its guest host for an eight-week period in 2013. In addition to The Daily Show, Oliver co-hosted the satirical comedy podcast The Bugle(2007-2015) with Andy Zaltzman, with whom Oliver had previously co-hosted the radio series Political Animal, and hosted John Oliver's New York Stand-Up Show on Comedy Central from 2010 to 2013. He has also acted on television, most notably in a recurring role as Ian Duncan on the NBC sitcom Community.
Since 2014, Oliver has been the host of the HBO series Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. For his work on Last Week Tonight, Oliver has won six Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award and was included in the 2015 Time 100.
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Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-02-01 12:00:20
VIDEO: First Look at THE GILDED AGE Season Two & More In New HBO Max 2023 Promo
by Michael Major - 2022-12-22 09:59:08
VIDEO: John Oliver Reacts to Prince Philip's Passing on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-04-13 09:26:40
VIDEO: John Oliver Found Meghan Markle's Revelations to Oprah Unsurprising
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-03-16 09:45:12
VIDEO: John Oliver Takes the 'Which Muppet Are You Quiz' on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-02-10 09:39:58
VIDEO: John Oliver Talks About Voting in His First US Election on THE LATE SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-11-03 09:54:16
VIDEO: Josh Charles Talks About His Daughter on THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JIMMY FALLON
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-09-10 09:21:46
VIDEO: John Oliver Discusses President Trump's Response to the Pandemic on LAST WEEK TONIGHT
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2020-03-30 09:49:41
VIDEO: John Oliver Talks Coronavirus, Misinformation, Social Distancing and More on LAST WEEK TONIGHT
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2020-03-16 10:35:23
VIDEO: John Oliver Spent Two Days with Creepy Silent Japanese Mascots
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-03-04 20:19:40
VIDEO: Watch the Official Trailer for Season Three of WESTWORLD
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-02-20 21:38:01
VIDEO: Watch Maybe Coming Soon With John Oliver on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-02-14 20:31:23
VIDEO: John Oliver Says His First Crush Was On Eyore on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-02-11 20:35:14
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for WHITMER THOMAS: THE GOLDEN ONE on HBO!
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-01-21 21:12:06
VIDEO: Watch the Date Announcement for Season Three of WESTWORLD
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-01-13 20:56:13
News
OH, MARY, WICKED Movie & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 22, 2025
GLAAD has announced the nominees for the 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, including five Broadway shows, Mean Girls, Wicked, Agatha All Along, the 77th Tony Awards. Check out the full list of nominees here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 22, 2025
GLAAD has announced the nominees for the 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, including five Broadway shows, Mean Girls, Wicked, Agatha All Along, the 77th Tony Awards. Check out the full list of nominees here!
WICKED, EMILIA PÉREZ, & More Receive PGA Awards Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2025
Wicked, Emilia Pérez, and Moana 2 have received nominations at the 36th Annual Producers Guild Awards. Winners will be announced on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at the Fairmont Century Plaza.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2025
Wicked, Emilia Pérez, and Moana 2 have received nominations at the 36th Annual Producers Guild Awards. Winners will be announced on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at the Fairmont Century Plaza.
Russell Howard to Premiere New Stand-Up Special on Streaming in 2025
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 16, 2024
Russell Howard is set to premiere his brand-new stand-up special, Russell Howard Live at the London Palladium, as an exclusive global stream on January 15, 2025.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 16, 2024
Russell Howard is set to premiere his brand-new stand-up special, Russell Howard Live at the London Palladium, as an exclusive global stream on January 15, 2025.
WICKED, MOANA 2, & More Receive Nominations for ACE Eddie Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2024
American Cinema Editors (ACE) has announced the nominations for the 75th Annual ACE Eddie Awards, recognizing outstanding editing in 14 categories of film, television and documentaries. Nominees include Wicked, Moana 2, Emilia Perez, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2024
American Cinema Editors (ACE) has announced the nominations for the 75th Annual ACE Eddie Awards, recognizing outstanding editing in 14 categories of film, television and documentaries. Nominees include Wicked, Moana 2, Emilia Perez, and more.
THE GREAT GATSBY, WICKED Movie, & More Nominated For MUAHS Guild Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2024
The Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild (MUAHS, IATSE Local 706) has announced nominations for the 12th Annual MUAHS Guild Awards, with honors going to Broadway's The Great Gatsby, Cabaret, the Wicked movie, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2024
The Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild (MUAHS, IATSE Local 706) has announced nominations for the 12th Annual MUAHS Guild Awards, with honors going to Broadway's The Great Gatsby, Cabaret, the Wicked movie, and more.
MOUSE KING - The Musical Returns to South Florida
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024
Written by Sesame Street veteran Noel MacNeal and award-winning singer and songwriter, Jim Camacho, the beloved decade-spanning holiday musical, 'Mouse King,' makes its return to South Florida.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024
Written by Sesame Street veteran Noel MacNeal and award-winning singer and songwriter, Jim Camacho, the beloved decade-spanning holiday musical, 'Mouse King,' makes its return to South Florida.
Meet the Cast of ELF THE MUSICAL, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2024
Elf The Musical is returning to Broadway with previews beginning tonight, November 9, ahead of opening night on November 17 at the Marquis Theatre. Meet the cast of Elf The Musical here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2024
Elf The Musical is returning to Broadway with previews beginning tonight, November 9, ahead of opening night on November 17 at the Marquis Theatre. Meet the cast of Elf The Musical here!
Meet the Cast of DEATH BECOMES HER, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2024
Death Becomes her is coming to Broadway! The new musical is now in performances at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Meet the cast of Death Becomes Her here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2024
Death Becomes her is coming to Broadway! The new musical is now in performances at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Meet the cast of Death Becomes Her here!
INDECENT Comes to Endangered Species Theatre Project
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2024
Endangered Species theatre Project will present Paula Vogel’s Award-winning play Indecent.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2024
Endangered Species theatre Project will present Paula Vogel’s Award-winning play Indecent.
Video: SETH MEYERS: DAD MAN WALKING Comedy Special Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 8, 2024
The HBO Original stand-up comedy special SETH MEYERS: DAD MAN WALKING debuts SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. Watch the trailer!
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 8, 2024
The HBO Original stand-up comedy special SETH MEYERS: DAD MAN WALKING debuts SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. Watch the trailer!
Interview: Intergalactic Comedian and Novelty Politician Count Binface: 'Who Should Play Me on Stage? Toby Jones'.
by Franco Milazzo - Oct 4, 2024
A self-described 'independent space warrior' from Sigma IX, Count Binface is becoming something of a political institution.
by Franco Milazzo - Oct 4, 2024
A self-described 'independent space warrior' from Sigma IX, Count Binface is becoming something of a political institution.
The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards - Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 15, 2024
Alex Edelman, Billy Crudup, Jean Smart, and more took home Emmy Awards tonight. The 76th Emmy Awards ceremony was broadcast live from the Peacock Theater at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles Sunday, Sept. 15. Check out the full list of winners here!
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 15, 2024
Alex Edelman, Billy Crudup, Jean Smart, and more took home Emmy Awards tonight. The 76th Emmy Awards ceremony was broadcast live from the Peacock Theater at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles Sunday, Sept. 15. Check out the full list of winners here!
Words From The Wings: Amanda LaMotte of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2024
As part of our Words From the Wings series, we're chatting with Amanda LaMotte who is currently appearing in Once Upon a Mattress. Amanda told us all about her backstage routines, must-haves, and more!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2024
As part of our Words From the Wings series, we're chatting with Amanda LaMotte who is currently appearing in Once Upon a Mattress. Amanda told us all about her backstage routines, must-haves, and more!
76th Creative Arts Emmy Awards - Night One Winners List
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 8, 2024
The Television Academy and executive producer Bob Bain has announced the night one winners for the 76th Creative Arts Emmy® Awards.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 8, 2024
The Television Academy and executive producer Bob Bain has announced the night one winners for the 76th Creative Arts Emmy® Awards.
1812 Productions Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024
1812 Productions announces its 2024/2025 season featuring popular hits like THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024
1812 Productions announces its 2024/2025 season featuring popular hits like THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, and more.
Comedian Matt Friend Announced as New Host for KC SuperStar Finals
by Stephi Wild - Aug 1, 2024
Comedian, actor and impersonator Matt Friend steps in as the celebrity host for this year’s KC SuperStar Finals, which will be held on Sunday, Aug. 25 at 7 p.m. in Yardley Hall at Johnson County Community College.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 1, 2024
Comedian, actor and impersonator Matt Friend steps in as the celebrity host for this year’s KC SuperStar Finals, which will be held on Sunday, Aug. 25 at 7 p.m. in Yardley Hall at Johnson County Community College.
Meet the Cast of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024
Once Upon A Mattress will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The revival will celebrate its opening night on Monday, August 12, 2024, for the limited engagement through November 30, 2024, at The Hudson Theatre. Meet the cast of Once Upon a Mattress here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024
Once Upon A Mattress will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The revival will celebrate its opening night on Monday, August 12, 2024, for the limited engagement through November 30, 2024, at The Hudson Theatre. Meet the cast of Once Upon a Mattress here!
Seth Meyers Comedy Special Coming To HBO This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 30, 2024
Seth Meyers’ new comedy special debuts this fall on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. The comedian, writer, and host of “Late Night with Seth Meyers” taped his first HBO comedy special in front of a live audience at The Vic Theatre in Chicago, Illinois.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 30, 2024
Seth Meyers’ new comedy special debuts this fall on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. The comedian, writer, and host of “Late Night with Seth Meyers” taped his first HBO comedy special in front of a live audience at The Vic Theatre in Chicago, Illinois.
Cortland Repertory to Present DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST As Final Show In Summer Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 27, 2024
Cortland Repertory Theatre will close their 53rd summer season with a three-week run of the popular musical “Disney's Beauty and the Beast”. This production will run from July 31 - August 17 at the Little York Pavilion, with evening performances at 7:30 PM.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 27, 2024
Cortland Repertory Theatre will close their 53rd summer season with a three-week run of the popular musical “Disney's Beauty and the Beast”. This production will run from July 31 - August 17 at the Little York Pavilion, with evening performances at 7:30 PM.
David O'Joherty, Larry Dean And Jason Byrne Join Edinburgh Festival Fringe WONDERBOX Podcast Specials
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 26, 2024
Russell Howard will host three live Wonderbox podcast specials at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe with comedians David O'Doherty, Larry Dean, and Jason Byrne on August 1st, 2nd, and 4th at the Assembly Gordon Aikman Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 26, 2024
Russell Howard will host three live Wonderbox podcast specials at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe with comedians David O'Doherty, Larry Dean, and Jason Byrne on August 1st, 2nd, and 4th at the Assembly Gordon Aikman Theatre.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has John Oliver been in?
John Oliver has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has John Oliver been in?
John Oliver has not appeared in the West End.
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