Can any comedian, even one as talented as John Oliver, make a laughing matter out of the crisis in Medicaid?
Category: Comedy Legal
This category deals with what happens when comedians get in trouble with the law and get taken to court
Michael Che and Colin Jost: The Dynamic Duo of Comedy
Michael Che and Colin Jost, two of the most recognizable faces in contemporary comedy, each embarked on their journeys in unique ways that would eventually lead them to the iconic stage of Saturday Night Live. Che, born in Manhattan and raised in the projects of the Lower East Side, found his comedic voice early on….
John Oliver and Seth Meyers: Comedy’s Dynamic Duo
When you think about the comedic landscape today, it’s hard to imagine it without the contributions of John Oliver and Seth Meyers. Both of these talented individuals began their journeys in comedy in different ways, but their paths would eventually intertwine in significant ways. John Oliver, born in Birmingham, England, found his footing in the…
Pauly Shore and Comedy Store Lawsuits Explained
When it comes to comedy, virtually anything to do with the storied Comedy Store in Los Angeles can easily become a big deal, including or perhaps especially when the place is being hit with lawsuits. Not least when the person in the crosshairs is none other than Pauly Shore, the son of the legendary Mitzi…
Drunk Uncle: A Hilarious SNL Icon
The character of Drunk Uncle first emerged on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) in the early 2010s, quickly becoming a fan favorite. Portrayed by the talented Bobby Moynihan, Drunk Uncle is a quintessential representation of the boisterous, often inappropriate family member that many can relate to during holiday gatherings. The character’s origins can be traced back…
Is SNL New Tonight?
Saturday Night Live (SNL) has become a cultural institution since its debut in 1975. This iconic sketch comedy show, which airs on NBC, has entertained audiences for decades with its unique blend of satire, music, and celebrity guest appearances. Each episode typically features a host who is often a well-known figure from the entertainment industry,…
Suing JOHN OLIVER For Defamation: A Good Use Of Time?
Speaking of occupational hazards, comedians cannot help but irritate people and they do it aplenty. And, for what it is worth, they do get sued by those they piss off. This time John Oliver, host of HBO’s Last Week Tonight, has been sued for defamation by Robert Murray, founder and CEO of coal company Murray…
Accusing Conan O’Brien: Two Joke Writers Walk Into a Courtroom
Accusing people of joke stealing has become such an old problem in comedy that it hardly raises eyebrows anymore. Except maybe when somebody is actually accusing an industry heavyweight like Conan O’Brien of being, ahem, a joke thief. But this one case seems more interesting than most because of the rather contemporary feel to it…
JERRY SEINFELD: A comedian’s lesson from a defamation case
A few years ago, star comedian Jerry Seinfeld’s family spent quite a bit of time in court and with lawyers. First, his wife gets sued for plagiarizing (or copying) somebody else’s cookbook. Then Seinfeld himself gets sued for talking about the lawsuit filed against his wife when he appeared on David Letterman’s show. And it…
THE WHEELCHAIR COMEDIAN: Between the Jail House and Free Speech
The world of comedy is a weird one that can serve up both big laughs and the occasional puzzle. As things stand, not many people would guess that a crippled comedian in a wheelchair making fun of her disability in a public park would be told she may be breaking the law or that folks helping…