Saturday Night Live

SNL Cast Holds Emmy FYC Event

'Saturday Night Live' held its Emmy For Your Consideration event in Los Angeles at the Television Academy's Wolf Theatre. The event featured a 12-member cast panel, including Bowen Yang, Tommy Brennan, Andrew Dismukes, and Chloe Fineman. The cast members toasted and rosted each other in a lighthearted celebration of their work on the long-running NBC late-night sketch series. The event is part of the show's efforts to promote its cast and writers for Emmy consideration. Yang, in particular, was highlighted as still being eligible for the awards.

Variety

Marlon Wayans Discusses Career and Projects

In a recent interview with Variety, Marlon Wayans reflected on his journey from New York City housing projects to Hollywood fame. He discussed his career highlights, including his time on 'Saturday Night Live' and his role in the 'Scary Movie' franchise. Wayans also shared insights into his upcoming projects and past experiences in the entertainment industry. The conversation touched on a range of topics, from his creative process to his thoughts on past collaborations. Wayans opened up about challenges he faced, including the loss of control over the 'Scary Movie' franchise to Harvey and Bob Weinstein, whom he described as 'tyrants.'

Variety

Will Ferrell Facilitates Reunion Between Trump and Jeffrey Epstein on 'SNL' Season 51 Finale

Saturday Night Live closed out its 51st season with Will Ferrell hosting the finale episode. The cold open featured Ferrell as a ghostly Jeffrey Epstein, reuniting with James Austin Johnson's Trump. In the sketch, Epstein appeared to Trump after he took a nap on a gold bar, and the two caught up, discussing heaven and Trump's summer plans.

The Hollywood Reporter — Movies

Barry Blaustein Passes Away at 71

Barry Blaustein, a writer and collaborator with Eddie Murphy, has passed away at the age of 71. Blaustein teamed up with David Sheffield on various projects, including sketches for Saturday Night Live and scripts for Murphy's Nutty Professor movies.

The Hollywood Reporter — Movies