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Hilarious ‘SNL’ sketch was set in Detroit during the 1950s
Read full article: Hilarious ‘SNL’ sketch was set in Detroit during the 1950sMichael Keaton hosted this past episode of “Saturday Night Live” that aired over the weekend, and if you paid close attention you may have noticed that a sketch took place in Detroit during the 1950s.
Get a good laugh with SNL this weekend
Read full article: Get a good laugh with SNL this weekendYou know him best from his weekly appearance on Saturday Night Live. This season he has worked with guest hosts such as Miles Teller, Brendan Gleeson, and Megan Thee Stallion. Mikey Day joined Jason Carr on “Live In The D” to talk about SNL.
Cecily Strong’s take on Gov. Whitmer returns to Saturday Night Live
Read full article: Cecily Strong’s take on Gov. Whitmer returns to Saturday Night LiveActress Cecily Strong’s portrayal of Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer returned to Saturday Night Live again. The sketch had Whitmer alongside other governors on a fictional game show titled “So you think you can get the vaccine?”Related: Michigan COVID-19 vaccinations: How to find appointments, info on phases“It’s an honor to be here with my fellow governors,” Strong says as Whitmer. AdIn the sketch, Heidi Gardner portrays a University of Michigan student who comes on the game show in hopes of getting a vaccine. “Do you have any pre-existing conditions?” Strong asks as Whitmer. You can watch the sketch below from SNL’s Instagram channel.
The new jewelry trend that may surprise you
Read full article: The new jewelry trend that may surprise youLast week on SNL, host Regé-Jean Page rocked pearl brooches during his opening monologue, and Local style editor Jon Jordan says that this is just the start of jewelry coming back into men’s fashion. It seems that young guys are embracing the trend a bit more readily, but it really can work for anyone. He said that it works for both formal and informal occasions, and it can be as easy as adding a simple metal clip if you’re not ready for pearls. Another friend, who Jordan described as more of a “tough guy”, said he was a more hesitant about trying out jewelry. For more tips from Jon Jordan, watch the video above.
This new show is bringing more laughs to your home
Read full article: This new show is bringing more laughs to your homeYou may know him from making us laugh from his years on SNL and other shows. Now, Kenan Thompson is the star of the new show called “Kenan”, where he is the host of a morning show and is trying to raise two daughters. Live In The D host Tati Amare chatted with Thompson about how he takes his comedy to new levels for the new show. Kenan Thompson talked about his comedy process, sitcoms versus sketch comedy, and what it’s like to work with Don Johnson. You can watch the premiere of “Kenan” Tuesday, February 16th on Local 4.
Michigan lawmakers, groups condemn Republican leaders for punishing state rep. over Facebook video
Read full article: Michigan lawmakers, groups condemn Republican leaders for punishing state rep. over Facebook videoAfter the hearing, Rep. Johnson received death threats in several voicemails, with one even calling for her lynching. Be in order, make them pay.”Though Rep. Johnson says she was not inciting violence with her message, Republican Michigan leaders and lawmakers whole heartedly disagreed. Whitmer, Secretary Benson, Rep. Johnson herself, and others. The MLBC is on record condemning all acts of violence, threats, racist rhetoric toward any citizen of this great state. Rep. Johnson released a video this week, where she discussed these spiteful messages and as a result, she’s been stripped of her committee assignments.
Jason’s 12 Days of Christmas: Day 7
Read full article: Jason’s 12 Days of Christmas: Day 7One Christmas I got my first abject lesson in doing the right thing when reacting to a gift. Thankfully it had nothing to do with a deranged nightmare of a pink bunny suit like Ralphie in A Christmas Story. My cousin Nick has my tricked-out, blazing fast, fully-operational Death Star of an R/C car with full-motion and steering wheel remote and levers and lights and switches. Of course my cousin was so engrossed in quite possibly the greatest Christmas present he ever received, he didn’t notice our exit. My cousin did indeed fall asleep, the switch was made, and in the years we spent growing up visiting each other, never a word was spoken about the Great R/C Car Christmas Mix-Up of 1978.
Rep. removed from Michigan House Oversight Committee amid investigation
Read full article: Rep. removed from Michigan House Oversight Committee amid investigationLANSING, Mich. – Michigan Rep. Cynthia Johnson is under investigation after she posted on social media a response to the many violent, vulgar and racist death threats she’s received. The video, posted Tuesday night, has quickly gone viral and legislative leadership removed her from her House Oversight Committee assignments Wednesday. “My soldiers, they are soldiers for Christ, soldiers against racism, soldiers against domestic violence, soldiers against domestic terrorism,” Johnson said. Rep. Johnson has been removed from her committee assignments, and we are looking into further disciplinary action as the proper authorities conduct their own investigations. Whitmer, Secretary Benson, Rep. Johnson herself, and others.
Michigan House Oversight Committee members receive death threats, racist voicemails
Read full article: Michigan House Oversight Committee members receive death threats, racist voicemailsLANSING, Mich. – Michigan Rep. Cynthia Johnson, the Democratic chair of the House Oversight Committee is receiving death threats due to the election. She posted several of the threats to social media. After both Democratic and Republican representatives have received threats of violence over the election, Michigan Assistant Minority Floor Leader Laurie Pohutsky posted on Twitter about the SNL sketch. The SNL skit was amusing, I guess, but last night my caucus was trying to figure out how to keep those on that committee safe from the deluge of death threats they’re receiving. I’m sorry to be a bummer and I’m glad people enjoyed the skit, but the reality of it is heinous.
5 things you probably didn’t know about Jack White
Read full article: 5 things you probably didn’t know about Jack WhiteAfter a not-so-funny opening monologue from comedian Bill Burr on this past weekend’s “SNL,” the show needed someone to save it, and guitarist and singer Jack White did just that. Backed by only a drummer (with the coolest drum kit ever) and bassist, Jack White dipped back into his extensive back catalogue of songs, and played some classics. And if you’ve been rocking out to The White Stripes since 1999, you probably already appreciate all of these things. White first saw a rise to fame with his duo The White Stripes. On the bright side, that didn’t stop Jack White from still making music.
Chris Rock hosts Saturday Night Live Season Premiere
Read full article: Chris Rock hosts Saturday Night Live Season PremiereChris Rock takes the stage in Studio 8H as host of Saturday Night Live’s 46th season premiere, tonight on Local 4 at 11:30pm. This will mark his third appearance as host. The multiple Emmy and Grammy Award winner stars in the fourth installment of FX’s critically acclaimed drama series “Fargo,” launching Sept. 27. Megan Thee Stallion will make her “SNL” musical guest debut. Her latest album, “Suga,” has garnered over 900 million streams to date and spawned this summer’s smash hit and 3x platinum single, “Savage.”Catch the season premiere, tonight on Local 4 at 11:30pm.
Saturday Night Live kicks off Season 45 this weekend
Read full article: Saturday Night Live kicks off Season 45 this weekendSNL kicks off its 45th season this Saturday, 9/28, with Woody Harrelson returning for his fourth appearance as host and musical guest Billie Eilish making her debut appearance. You can catch the premiere at 11:30 p.m. Need a laugh now and can't wait until Saturday? You can catch Weekend Updates' Michael Che and Colin Jost on "The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon" or see Woody Harrelson on "Late Night with Seth Meyers" -- both tonight! COMING UP NEXT ON SNL:Oct. 5 - Phoebe Waller-Bridge w/ Taylor SwiftOct. 12 - David Harbour w/ Camila CabelloCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Saturday Night Live kicks off Season 45 this weekend
Read full article: Saturday Night Live kicks off Season 45 this weekendSNL kicks off its 45th season this Saturday, 9/28, with Woody Harrelson returning for his fourth appearance as host and musical guest Billie Eilish making her debut appearance. You can catch the premiere at 11:30 p.m. Need a laugh now and can't wait until Saturday? You can catch Weekend Updates' Michael Che and Colin Jost on "The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon" or see Woody Harrelson on "Late Night with Seth Meyers" -- both tonight! COMING UP NEXT ON SNL:Oct. 5 - Phoebe Waller-Bridge w/ Taylor SwiftOct. 12 - David Harbour w/ Camila Cabello
Hollywood Minute: Taylor Swift album debuts huge
Read full article: Hollywood Minute: Taylor Swift album debuts hugeTaylor Swift's "Lover" sets records on its first day, "Lawrence of Arabia" is back in theaters, and Eddie Murphy will be back on SNL! The-CNN-Wire & 2019 Cable News Network, Inc., a Time Warner Company. All rights reserved.