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‘SNL’ Monologue By Dave Chappelle Draws Anti-Defamation League Fire, Claims It ‘Popularizes’ Antisemitism – Deadline

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The national director of Jewish civil rights organization the Anti-Defamation League has tweeted out concerns over comedian Dave Chappelle’s opening monologue last night on Saturday Night Lilve. Chappelle, a controversial comedian who has been accused of insensitivity in the past surrounding his observations about trans people, Jews, Blacks and others, did a long take to … Read more

Dave Chappelle Teaches Kanye West to Denounce Antisemitism

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As Dave Chappelle returned to host Saturday Night Live on Saturday, November 12, the comedian offered pointed advice to Kanye West. “Before I start tonight, I wanted to read a brief statement that I prepared: ‘I renounce antisemitism in all its forms and stand with my friends in the Jewish community.’ And that, Kanye, is how you … Read more

Dave Chappelle On Kanye West In Monologue – Hollywood Life

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View gallery Image Credit: Rob Latour/Shutterstock Dave Chappelle, 49, directly addressed Kanye West, when he hosted Saturday Night Live for the third time on Nov. 12. Responding to the 45-year-old rapper’s recent anti-semitic comments — that lead to the Chicago native being dropped from collaborative deals with Adidas via Yeezy, Balenciaga and many more — Dave … Read more

Dave Chappelle Celebrates ‘House Of The Dragon’ Diversity With Season 2 Sneak Peek Spoof – Deadline

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Back from a commercial break, Dave Chappelle returned to the Saturday Night Live stage to address the audience and asked if they were watching House of the Dragon before introducing a spoof sneak peek of the HBO series. “I am the biggest Game of Thrones fan, I love the new show,” he said. “And I … Read more

Dave Chappelle Opening ‘SNL’ With Risqué Jewish Jokes – Deadline

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Dave Chappelle certainly didn’t pull any punches, as usual, with his opening monologue on Saturday Night Live. The comedian opened his nearly 15 minute set by addressing Kanye West’s recent antisemitism. “I renounce anti-semitism in all its forms – that, Kanye, is how you buy yourself some time,” he started. “I’ve been doing this 35 … Read more

Dave Chappelle Says Show Will Be So Black, It’ll Be On BET (Kidding) – Deadline

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Dave Chappelle makes a return to Saturday Night Live this weekend, and did the traditional Thursday show promo with musical guests Black Star and cast member Ego Nwodim. After discussing his Thanksgiving plans with the assembled in the first skit, Chappelle moved on to promise this week’s SNL will be “so Black, it will be … Read more

Dave Chappelle Sets ‘SNL’ Return With Black Star As Musical Guest – Deadline

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Dave Chappelle has booked his latest appearance as host of Saturday Night Live. The iconic comedian will return to 30 Rock next Saturday, November 12 — being joined for his third appearance by musical guest Black Star. Chappelle’s show will be the first hosted in the wake of the 2022 midterm elections, and it’s certainly … Read more

Will Smith Hosts “Epic” Screening Of ‘Emancipation’ For Dave Chappelle, Tyler Perry, Rihanna & More – Deadline

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Will Smith entertained a starry group of friends with a private screening of his upcoming Apple Original Films drama Emancipation. On Monday afternoon, Smith posted photos of the mini get-together that featured Rihanna, Tyler Perry, Dave Chappelle, A$AP Rocky, Kenya Barris and others. On the post, he wrote, “EPIC night!! Thanx for coming to see … Read more

TheGrio To Launch Awards Show; Inaugural Honorees Include Tyler Perry, Norman Lear, Dave Chappelle – Deadline

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The inaugural gala for The Grio Awards are set to honor icons, leaders and legends like Tyler Perry, Patti LaBelle, Dave Chappelle and Normal Lear. Created by Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group, The Grio Awards celebrate excellence in film, music, comedy, television, sports, philanthropy, business, fashion, social justice, environmental justice, education and the cultural icons … Read more

Dave Chappelle Attacker Stabbed Roommate With Knife Used At Bowl – Deadline

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Comedian Dave Chappelle may have been in more danger than initially suspected when he was assaulted at a May Hollywood Bowl appearance. A roommate of the attacker in that incident testified on Friday that Isaiah Lee had used the same replica handgun with a hidden blade to stab him in the abdomen. Roommate Dijon Washington … Read more