Michelle Buteau

2024 Billboard Music Awards to Stream on FOX, Paramount+, & Amazon Fire TV
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2024

The Billboard Music Awards has announced that FOX, Paramount+ and Amazon’s Fire TV Channels will all air the 2024 show in a first-of-its-kind multi-distribution broadcast, bringing access to the star-studded annual event to fans like never before!

Michelle Buteau Returns for Her Second Netflix Comedy Special
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 21, 2024

As the first female comic to record a special at the iconic Radio City Music Hall, Michelle Buteau returns for her second Netflix comedy special: Michelle Buteau: A Buteau-ful Mind at Radio City Music Hall. Celebrate the New Year right as Buteau reflects on motherhood, marriage, and more as it hits Netflix December 31, 2024.

Randy Rainbow, Rachel Brosnahan, Nikki Glaser & More to Join Joan Rivers Tribute Event
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024

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
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 23, 2024

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
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 14, 2024

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
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 15, 2024

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
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 1, 2024

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
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024

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
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2024

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
by Michael Major - Mar 20, 2024

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!
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 17, 2024

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
by Michael Major - Feb 13, 2024

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!
by Michael Major - Jan 25, 2024

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
by Michael Major - Dec 13, 2023

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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023

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!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023

 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
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 23, 2023

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!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2023

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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2023

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
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2023

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!