Michelle Buteau

Randy Rainbow, Rachel Brosnahan, Nikki Glaser & More to Join Joan Rivers Tribute Event

Comedy icon Joan Rivers will be celebrated with a very special  tribute, Dead Funny - An All-Star Tribute to Joan Rivers Benefiting God’s Love We Deliver at the world-famous Apollo Theater. See who else is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

Kate Winslet, Kerry Washington, & More Honored for 2024 WIF

WIF (formerly known as Women In Film, Los Angeles) has announced that Annette Bening, Michelle Buteau, Joey King, Ellen Kuras, Danielle Sanchez-Witzel, Kerry Washington, and Kate Winslet will be honored at the 2024 WIF Honors, taking place on Thursday, October 24, at The Beverly Hilton.

Video: Netflix Releases THE CIRCLE Season 7 Trailer

Netflix has released the trailer for season 7 of the social media completion series, The Circle. Starting September 11th, new episodes of The Circle will roll out each Wednesday, with different phases of the competition featured across 13, 1 hour-long episodes. Watch the new trailer!

SURVIVAL OF THE THICKEST Season 2 in Production With Michelle Buteau, Tasha Smith, & More

Netflix has confirmed that Michelle Buteau, Tasha Smith, Tone Bell, Liza Treyger, Peppermint, and Marouane Zotti will return to the comedy series Survival of The Thickest Season 2, which is now in production in New York. Tasha Smith will also shift from a recurring character to a series regular and will direct 2 episodes. 

Glynn Turman, STARZ' POWER Franchise & More Honored at AAFCA TV Honors

The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) have announced the winners of the 6th Annual AAFCA TV Honors for distinguished achievements in television and streaming, along with special achievement award honorees. The 'Legacy Award' will go to Glynn Turman, the prolific American actor has been gracing the stage and screen for over six decades.

Ladies Of Laughter Contest Seeks Funny Women

Comedy producers are searching for America's funniest women in stand-up comedy to award over $10,000 in national comedy bookings and the 2024 Ladies of Laughter titles this coming July and August in the New York metropolitan area.

Video: JOHN MULANEY PRESENTS: EVERYBODY'S IN LA To Stream Live on Netflix

John Mulaney will explore the city of Los Angeles with his comedian friends in the upcoming Netflix special John Mulaney Presents: Everybody's In LA. Over the course of six live episodes, the comically unconventional show will feature Mulaney along with special guests and field pieces all shot in Los Angeles. Watch the announcement video here!

Outside Joke: The Hub of Netflix is a Joke Fest Lineup Announced

Discover the lineup for Netflix's comedy festival, OUTSIDE JOKE. Get ready for a laughter-filled event as Netflix brings together the biggest names in comedy. The lineup includes Fred Armisen, Freddie Gibbs, Janelle James, Leslie Jones, Michelle Buteau, Reggie Watts, drag icons Alyssa Edwards, Jimbo, Latrice Royale and Trixie Mattel, and more.

THE COLOR PURPLE, Colman Domingo, and More Take Home NAACP Image Awards - Full List of Winners!

The 55th Annual NAACP Image Awards were announced during a ceremony on Saturday, March 16th. See the full list of winners here!

Michelle Buteau's SURVIVAL OF THE THICKEST Renewed For Season 2 on Netflix

Survival of the Thickest centers on Mavis Beaumont (Michelle Buteau). Black, plus-size and newly single, Mavis unexpectedly finds herself having to rebuild her life as a struggling stylist. She's determined to not only survive but thrive with the support of her chosen family, a body positive attitude, and a cute v-neck and lip gloss.

THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees!

The NAACP Image Award Nominations have been announced, with The Color Purple leading with a total of 16 nominations, with nods for Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!

Netflix Is A Joke Fest 2024 Lineup Announced With Joel Kim Booster, John Mulaney & More

Here are just some of the names included in the Festival. More headliners to be announced in the new year: Ali Wong, Atsuko Okatsuka, Anthony Jeselnik, Bert Kreischer, Beth Stelling, Bill Burr, Brett Goldstein, Cedric the Entertainer, Celeste Barber, Chelsea Handler,   Chris Rock, Craig Robinson, Daniel Tosh, Dane Cook, David Letterman, and more.

Photos: Peppermint Honored at 21st Annual SING OUT FOR FREEDOM Benefit

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) held their 21st Annual “Sing Out For Freedom” benefit concert. See photos!

Peppermint Will Be Honored at ACLU and NYCLU's SING OUT FOR FREEDOM; Full Lineup Revealed!

 The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) have announced the honoree, performers, and host of the 21st Annual “Sing Out For Freedom” benefit concert taking place on Monday, November 13 at 7:30pm. Learn more about the event and check out the full lineup here!

Comic Michelle Buteau Comes To Paramount Theatre, December 17

Comedy Works Entertainment presents MICHELLE BUTEAU: THE FULL HEART, TIGHT JEANS TOUR at Paramount Theatre in Denver, CO on Sunday, December 17th at 7:00pm. 

Meet the Cast of THE SHARK IS BROKEN, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!

The Shark is Broken officially begins previews tonight, July 25, at the John Golden Theatre. Meet the cast of The Shark is Broken here!

Michelle Buteau to Bring FULL HEART, TIGHT JEANS to the Kennedy Center in October

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has revealed additional programming for Comedy at the Kennedy Center, a signature program focused on elevating comedy as an art form and uniting the local community together through laughter.

Alex Brightman and Colin Donnell Join THE SHARK IS BROKEN on Broadway

Two-time Tony Award nominee Alex Brightman will star as Richard Dreyfuss opposite Colin Donnell as Roy Scheider, joining Ian Shaw in The Shark Is Broken on Broadway. Check out all of the details!

Video: Netflix Shares Wanda Sykes' I'M AN ENTERTAINER Trailer

The special was filmed in early February 2023 at the Miller Theater in Philadelphia. The special is directed by Linda Mendoza.  Page Hurwitz and Wanda Sykes serve as Executive Producers under their banner, Push It Productions. Watch the video trailer now!

Review: Sherri Shepherd Goes Off-Book & Off The Rails With Her Bestie Kym Whitley & Together They Burn The House Down at City Winery

The chemistry, the timing, their laughs, our laughter, the unabashed volleyball game of comedy they played was as exciting to watch as it was to laugh at