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Jo Koy, the last-minute Golden Globes host who got the job two weeks ago

The Filipino-American comedian and actor was asked to host the glitzy awards ceremony with only two weeks’ notice – but who is the man behind the microphone, asks Annabel Nugent

The Independent UK

Unfunny business: Dave Chappelle and Ricky Gervais sink to new depths

Netflix’s latest specials show two once-funny comedians continuing to punch down in a desperate, angry quest for relevance

The Guardian - US

Ricky Gervais explains why Netflix didn’t promote divisive stand-up comedy show

Comedian’s special has become a blockbuster hit anyway

The Independent UK

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James Acaster joke mocking Ricky Gervais resurfaces after his Netflix special Armageddon

Fans have been resharing Acaster’s 2019 bit, which takes aim at comedians who defend controversial or offensive material by claiming their role is ‘to challenge people’

The Independent UK

7 new movies and TV shows to stream on Netflix, Prime Video, Max, and more this weekend (December 29)

From returning sci-fi shows to new psychological thrillers, there’s plenty to watch this weekend.

TechRadar

7 new movies and shows to watch New Year's weekend on Netflix, Hulu and more (Dec. 29-Jan. 1)

Our guide on what to watch this weekend includes Money Heist: Berlin and The Equalizer

Tom’s Guide

Rosie Jones hits back at trolls over Big Fat Quiz of the Year: ‘Same old ableism’

Jones, who has cerebral palsy, appeared on the Channel 4 panel show with fellow comedians including Katherine Ryan and Jimmy Carr

The Independent UK

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‘Lazy comedy’: What the critics are saying about Ricky Gervais’s Netflix special Armageddon

Comedian’s latest show for the streaming giant is billed as ‘controversial takes on political correctness and oversensitivity’

The Independent UK

Ricky Gervais knows he won’t be cancelled by his jokes – his lazy new special is proof of that

The once-brave comedian, trapped in a web of political correctness, has become wholly uninterested in subverting the establishment, writes Nick Hilton

The Independent UK

New on Netflix: 5 movies and shows to watch this week (Dec. 25-31)

Every new Netflix show and movie hitting the streaming platform this week, including Berlin

Tom’s Guide

Ricky Gervais Responds To Netflix Users Who Were ‘Offended’ Enough To Sign A Petition About A Controversial Joke In His Upcoming Special

Petitioners are asking Netflix to remove Ricky Gervais' upcoming special Armageddon due to a controversial joke, and the comedian responded.

Cinemablend

9 new movies and shows to watch Christmas weekend on Netflix, Max, Hulu and more (Dec. 22-25)

Our guide on what to watch this weekend includes Maestro, Percy Jackson and Dr. Death

Tom’s Guide

Ricky Gervais responds to backlash over Netflix special joke

Comedian has been called out for a joke in which he mocks terminally ill children and uses an ableist slur against them

The Independent UK

The Castaways to Hell Camp: Teen Nightmare – the seven best shows to stream this week

A mystery thriller starring Sheridan Smith as a woman who disappears in a plane crash, plus a deeply startling Netflix documentary

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Nothing captures the banality and beauty of a British Christmas like the finale of The Office

The quintessential crapness of the work party, a kiss surrounded by gawping colleagues – what could be more festive? says culture writer Lauren O’Neill

The Guardian - UK

The Winter King to Trevor Noah: the seven best shows to stream this week

A fine retelling of the beloved Arthurian legend, and a new standup special from the former Daily Show host

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Golden Globes nominations 2024: A complete list of who’s nominated for every award

A look at the full list of 2024 Golden Globes nominees

The Guardian - UK

Golden Globes 2024: full list of nominations

All the nominees for the awards ceremony due to take place on 7 January, the 81st edition of the film and television gongs

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The Independent UK

Ricky Gervais mocks Jamie Oliver for Christmas dinner tip: ‘How is that a recipe?’

Oliver recommends placing a hot clementine inside your turkey’s cavity – but Gervais is not convinced

Evening Standard

Petition launched against Ricky Gervais over jokes about terminally ill children

The British star's stand-up special is set to be released on Christmas Day on Netflix

The Independent UK

Ricky Gervais ‘condemned for ableist slur’ in new Netflix special

Gervais recieves backlash after he jokes that terminally ill children are ‘f****** re******’, in new teaser for Netflix special

Evening Standard

Ricky Gervais donates nearly £2 million to animal charities

The comedian, who is vegan, has been a long-standing advocate for animal rights

Cinemablend

30+ Actors With Stand-Up Or Sketch Comedy Experience

A select few actors got their start doing standup and/or comedy before making the leap to acting.

Underrated comedy with 85% on Rotten Tomatoes leaves Netflix next month

If you love After Life, check out this Ricky Gervais movie leaving Netflix.

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Why did Douglas Henshall leave Shetland?

Why did Douglas Henshall leave Shetland? As the new series of the popular crime drama arrives, a fan-favourite character is notably absent.

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