John Oliver
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2024 Peabody Awards Include THE BEAR, BLUEY, & More; See the Full List (May 14, 2024)
The Planet Earth Farewell Concert Comes to Hollywood Fringe in June (May 8, 2024)
Derek Klena and Wife Elycia Expecting Second Child (May 6, 2024)
2024 Peabody Awards Include THE BEAR, BLUEY, & More; See the Full List (May 14, 2024)
The Planet Earth Farewell Concert Comes to Hollywood Fringe in June (May 8, 2024)
Derek Klena and Wife Elycia Expecting Second Child (May 6, 2024)
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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 - Feb 1, 2023
VIDEO: First Look at THE GILDED AGE Season Two & More In New HBO Max 2023 Promo
by Michael Major - Dec 22, 2022
VIDEO: John Oliver Reacts to Prince Philip's Passing on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Sarah Leiber - Apr 13, 2021
VIDEO: John Oliver Found Meghan Markle's Revelations to Oprah Unsurprising
by Sarah Leiber - Mar 16, 2021
VIDEO: John Oliver Takes the 'Which Muppet Are You Quiz' on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Sarah Leiber - Feb 10, 2021
VIDEO: John Oliver Talks About Voting in His First US Election on THE LATE SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - Nov 3, 2020
VIDEO: Josh Charles Talks About His Daughter on THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JIMMY FALLON
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 10, 2020
VIDEO: John Oliver Discusses President Trump's Response to the Pandemic on LAST WEEK TONIGHT
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 30, 2020
VIDEO: John Oliver Talks Coronavirus, Misinformation, Social Distancing and More on LAST WEEK TONIGHT
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 16, 2020
VIDEO: Watch Maybe Coming Soon With John Oliver on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Sarah Leiber - Feb 14, 2020
VIDEO: John Oliver Says His First Crush Was On Eyore on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Sarah Leiber - Feb 11, 2020
John Oliver News
2024 Peabody Awards Include THE BEAR, BLUEY, & More; See the Full List
Last week, The Peabody Awards Board of Jurors announced the 34 winners elected to represent the most compelling and empowering stories released in broadcasting and streaming media during 2023. See the full list here!
Last week, The Peabody Awards Board of Jurors announced the 34 winners elected to represent the most compelling and empowering stories released in broadcasting and streaming media during 2023. See the full list here!
The Planet Earth Farewell Concert Comes to Hollywood Fringe in June
Sacred Fools Theater Company has announced Jonas Oppenheim’s new play, The Planet Earth Farewell Concert, a world premiere musical satire about the climate crisis.
Sacred Fools Theater Company has announced Jonas Oppenheim’s new play, The Planet Earth Farewell Concert, a world premiere musical satire about the climate crisis.
Derek Klena and Wife Elycia Expecting Second Child
Derek Klena and his wife have revealed that they are expecting their second child! Learn more about the pair at the story here.
Derek Klena and his wife have revealed that they are expecting their second child! Learn more about the pair at the story here.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 6, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 6, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 6, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
THE JERSEY CITY COMEDY FESTIVAL Returns June 2024
Art House Productions have announced the return of this year's Jersey City Comedy Festival (JCCF) from June 11th to 15th, 2024, in Jersey City, NJ.
Art House Productions have announced the return of this year's Jersey City Comedy Festival (JCCF) from June 11th to 15th, 2024, in Jersey City, NJ.
Dave Hill Brings New Stand-up Show CAVEMAN IN A SPACESHIP to London in May
Dave Hill (as seen on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Girls5eva, Joe Pera Talks with You, Inside Amy Schumer) is coming to London with his new stand-up show 'Caveman in a Spaceship' in May.
Dave Hill (as seen on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Girls5eva, Joe Pera Talks with You, Inside Amy Schumer) is coming to London with his new stand-up show 'Caveman in a Spaceship' in May.
Richard Herring's New Stand-up Show Comes To Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
Comedian Richard Herring will return to stand-up after six years with his new show Can I Have My Ball Back?, coming to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre on 23 May.
Comedian Richard Herring will return to stand-up after six years with his new show Can I Have My Ball Back?, coming to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre on 23 May.
Lyle Lovett and Lisa Loeb Perform at MPAC in May
Two iconic songwriters will share the stage, trade songs and swap stories when Lyle Lovett and Lisa Loeb perform together at Mayo Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, May 15 at 7:30 pm.
Two iconic songwriters will share the stage, trade songs and swap stories when Lyle Lovett and Lisa Loeb perform together at Mayo Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, May 15 at 7:30 pm.
Stage Right's Season Closes With JERSEY BOYS, Starring Broadway's Russell Fischer
Stage Right's Theatre Company concludes its 2023-2024 season with the multi-Tony Award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS, featuring Russell Fischer.
Stage Right's Theatre Company concludes its 2023-2024 season with the multi-Tony Award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS, featuring Russell Fischer.
DAVID AND KATIE GET RE-MARRIED To Return Off-Broadway at Asylum NYC
Catch the return of the hit musical comedy DAVID AND KATIE GET RE-MARRIED Off-Broadway, featuring performers David Carl and Katie Hartman. Learn where and when you can see the show and learn how to purchase tickets.
Catch the return of the hit musical comedy DAVID AND KATIE GET RE-MARRIED Off-Broadway, featuring performers David Carl and Katie Hartman. Learn where and when you can see the show and learn how to purchase tickets.
John Oliver to Host Brooklyn Children's Theatre Gala Honoring LaChanze & More
Join John Oliver, Jeremy Shamos, and Nina Hellman as they host the Brooklyn Children's Theatre 20th Anniversary Gala. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Join John Oliver, Jeremy Shamos, and Nina Hellman as they host the Brooklyn Children's Theatre 20th Anniversary Gala. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The Town & The City Festival Reveals Full Schedule For This April
The line-up is now complete for the 2024 edition of The Town and The City Festival, the two-day music and arts festival in Lowell, MA on Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th.
The line-up is now complete for the 2024 edition of The Town and The City Festival, the two-day music and arts festival in Lowell, MA on Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th.
Russell Howard to Present Final 2 UK Tour Shows at the London Palladium
Russell Howard will bring his final two national tour shows at The London Palladium on the 27th and 28th April. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Russell Howard will bring his final two national tour shows at The London Palladium on the 27th and 28th April. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Everything Coming to Max This February
Max announces programming coming to the platform this February, including the debut of the twelfth and final season of HBO Original CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM (2/4). Check out the full list of everything coming to stream on Max in February!
Max announces programming coming to the platform this February, including the debut of the twelfth and final season of HBO Original CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM (2/4). Check out the full list of everything coming to stream on Max in February!
LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER Returns For Its Eleventh Season in February
A satirical, insightful, and meticulously researched look at current events in the U.S. and around the globe, LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER features Oliver's hilarious, expertly honed perspective on the pressing political, social, and cultural issues, as well as lesser-reported topics that both inform and entertain.
A satirical, insightful, and meticulously researched look at current events in the U.S. and around the globe, LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER features Oliver's hilarious, expertly honed perspective on the pressing political, social, and cultural issues, as well as lesser-reported topics that both inform and entertain.
Max Receives 31 Primetime Emmy Awards, The Most Of Any Network Or Platform, Across 11 HBO Original Series
HBO Originals swept the drama categories (Outstanding Drama Series, Lead Actor/Actress, Supporting Actor/Actress, Guest Actor/Actress, Directing, Writing, Casting, and Picture Editing) with “Succession,” “The Last of Us,” and “The White Lotus,” with “Succession” scoring top awards for its final season.
HBO Originals swept the drama categories (Outstanding Drama Series, Lead Actor/Actress, Supporting Actor/Actress, Guest Actor/Actress, Directing, Writing, Casting, and Picture Editing) with “Succession,” “The Last of Us,” and “The White Lotus,” with “Succession” scoring top awards for its final season.
Find Out Who Won at the 75th Emmy Awards - Full List of Winners!
Find out who won at the 75th Annual Emmy awards! Elton John, Jennifer Coolidge, RuPaul, Kieran Culkin, The Bear, Jeremy Allen White, Paul Walter Hauser, Niecy Nash-Betts, John Oliver, and more took home Emmys tonight. Check out the full list of winners now!
Find out who won at the 75th Annual Emmy awards! Elton John, Jennifer Coolidge, RuPaul, Kieran Culkin, The Bear, Jeremy Allen White, Paul Walter Hauser, Niecy Nash-Betts, John Oliver, and more took home Emmys tonight. Check out the full list of winners now!
Meet the Cast of DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
Following the critically acclaimed, sold out run at Atlantic Theater Company, Days of Wine and Roses opens on Broadway on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at Studio 54. This limited 16-week engagement begins previews tonight, January 6, 2024. Meet the cast of Days of Wine and Roses here!
Following the critically acclaimed, sold out run at Atlantic Theater Company, Days of Wine and Roses opens on Broadway on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at Studio 54. This limited 16-week engagement begins previews tonight, January 6, 2024. Meet the cast of Days of Wine and Roses here!
LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER Renewed For Three Additional Seasons
A satirical, insightful, and meticulously researched look at current events in the U.S. and around the globe, LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER features Oliver’s hilarious, expertly honed perspective on the pressing political, social, and cultural issues, as well as lesser-reported topics that both inform and entertain.
A satirical, insightful, and meticulously researched look at current events in the U.S. and around the globe, LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER features Oliver’s hilarious, expertly honed perspective on the pressing political, social, and cultural issues, as well as lesser-reported topics that both inform and entertain.
DPAC Celebrates 15th Birthday as a Top Theater Venue in Durham
DPAC Celebrates its 15th Birthday as one of the nation's top theaters, hosting over 2,900 events and welcoming six million guests in its first 15 years.
DPAC Celebrates its 15th Birthday as one of the nation's top theaters, hosting over 2,900 events and welcoming six million guests in its first 15 years.
John Oliver 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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