TV critic Matthew Gilbert predicts this year’s Emmy awards Sep 19, 2009
Sarah Silverman ( The Sarah Silverman Program ), Tina Fey ( 30 Rock ), Toni Collette ( United States of Tara ), Mary-Louise Parker ( Weeds ) ... Missing in action: My kneejerk reaction was to say Sarah Silverman - but she s on the list this year, finally. (Boston Globe)
Predicting Emmy Award Glory Sep 19, 2009
BEST ACTRESS IN A COMEDY SERIES Tina Fey - "30 Rock" Christina Applegate- "Samantha Who?" Julia Louis-Dreyfus - "The New Adventures Of Old Christine" Sarah Silverman - "The Sarah Silverman Program" Mary-Louise Parker - "Weeds" Toni Collette - "United States Of Tara". Who Will/Should Win: "Tina Fey. People have a love affair with '30 Rock,' and it shows no sign of abating. Tina already picked up an Emmy for her impersonation of Sarah Palin, and I just would not bet against Tina Fey right now.". (CBS News)
Our Emmy predictions! Sep 18, 2009
Toni Collette as Tara Gregson on United States of Tara Tina Fey as Liz Lemon on 30 Rock Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Christine Campbell on The New Adventures of Old Christine Mary-Louise Parker as Nancy Botwin on Weeds Sarah Silverman as Sarah Silverman on The Sarah Silverman Program iafrica. com predicts: Tina Fey. (iAfrica.com)
Primetime Emmy's Sep 18, 2009
The Sarah Silverman Program: Sarah Silverman as Sarah Silverman. 30 Rock: Tina Fey as Liz Lemon. (The Palm Beach Post)
NBC’s ‘Community’ is built around a strong cast Sep 17, 2009
Created by Dan Harmon of The Sarah Silverman Program, the show is overstuffed with political and pop culture jokes about everything from 9/11 to The Breakfast Club, but they re always secondary to the warm ensemble character comedy. The free-floating irony isn t terminal. (Boston Globe)
Lauper taps into her psychic side 'Bones' premiere Sep 17, 2009
Harmon is a horse of a different color, indeed - a co-creator and scribe on "The Sarah Silverman Program," and co-writer of 2006's "Monster House," a big-screen animated feature about a house that turns into a you-know-what. He spent a lot of time in community college - and apparently never graduated. (Athens Banner-Herald)
From Hogwarts to Brown Sep 7, 2009
Meanwhile, New Hampshire-bred comedian Sarah Silverman offers up this tidbit about women: We want to cuddle after sex because we re [expletive] freezing. Now you know. (Boston Globe)
Jay Leno, the face of late-night, doesn’t seem fazed by prime-time pressure Sep 6, 2009
Truthfully, Bruss prefers the comedy stylings of Zach Galifianakis, Sarah Silverman, and George Carlin. But he does see some allure in Leno s car collection and knowledge of alternative-energy transportation, which has been called the new hot-rodding. (Boston Globe)
Music Man Murray prepares to spin last record Aug 24, 2009
He's got another film in production and a recurring role on television's "The Sarah Silverman Show.". Not that Gershenz, a modest man with a bushy mustache and a wispy fringe of white hair that frames a speckled bald head, wants to sound like he's bragging. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Comedian Patton Oswalt Declares My Weakness is Strong with New CD/DVD Release Aug 22, 2009
Currently a series regular on Showtimes United States of Tara, he has also appeared as a guest star on The Sarah Silverman Program on Comedy Central and on Flight of the Conchords on HBO. Hes a regular contributor to Countdown with Keith Olbermann, Real Time with Bill Maher and Lewis Blacks Root of All Evil. Patton will also appear in Steven Soderberghs feature film The Informant, and recently appeared in Observe and Report with Seth Rogen. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Jackson's Best Films Stem from Self-Doubt Aug 14, 2009
Sarah Silverman joins Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie on the red carpet. Stories. (CBS News)
U.S. Commander's Aide: Taliban Not Winning Aug 12, 2009
McChrystal's Staff Qualifies Remarks About "Very Aggressive Enemy"; 3 U.S. Troops Killed in Helmand. The Taliban continues to spread throughout Afghanistan as insurgent attacks and U.S. casualties have risen in recent months, Mandy Clark reports. (CBS News -- World)
True Blood is the only reason I have HBO (everything else is a bonus), so for... Aug 9, 2009
Sarah Silverman, The Sarah Silverman Program (Comedy Central). Submitted by. (Multichannel News)
Sandler nixes Dan's kiss scene Aug 1, 2009
-- Sandler says Sarah Silverman is legitimately attractive and can actually play hoops. -- Sandler agrees with Dan that Jonah Hill hasn't quite earned the right to be in Lakers courtside seats, but Sandler is happy for him because Jonah is a real serious Lakers fan. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Science Channel and Executive Producer Whoopi Goldberg Challenge Viewers to HEAD GAMES Beginning This October Jul 31, 2009
Guests have included Jason Schwartzman from "Flight of the Conchords," Russell Brand, Jack Black, Dave Grohl, Patton Oswalt, Sarah Silverman, Joe Walsh, Janeane Garofalo, David Cross, Margaret Cho, Dave Eggers, Joan Rivers, Andy Richter, Jeff Goldblum, Kathy Griffin, Lewis Black, Eddie Izzard and John C. Reilly. HEAD GAMES is produced by Whoop Inc. For Whoop Inc., Whoopi Goldberg, Tom Leonardis and Dana Calderwood are executive producers. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Aziz Ansari's Randy Set To Be Breakout Star Of 'Funny People' Jul 31, 2009
Rogen, Jonah Hill and features cameos from heavyweights like Ray Romano, Sarah Silverman and Paul Reiser. But heading into Friday's opening, the actor everyone seems to be talking about is Aziz Ansari, who has created an unforgettable character named Randy or "Raaaaaaaandy!," as he likes to scream a foul-mouthed sexual braggart and stand-up comedian who shows up in a couple scenes and ends up stealing every one. (VHI.com -- Music News)
MOVIE REVIEW: 'People' is both funny, frustrating Jul 30, 2009
Cameos from the likes of Ray Romano, Norm MacDonald, Dave Attell and Sarah Silverman as themselves add to the authenticity, but it's a scene with Eminem ---- someone who's experienced his own share of highs and lows ---- that crystallizes everything "Funny People" is about. From there, though ---- not to give away too much ---- George drags Ira with him to chase after the one that got away: Laura, who's now married and living north of San Francisco with her rich, Australian husband (Eric Bana). (North County Times)
Best bets: Funny People looks for laughs Jul 28, 2009
The movie also features the comic talents of Jonah Hill, Jason Schwartzman, Sarah Silverman and Norm McDonald. (Opens July 31). (MSNBC -- News)
COMEDY CENTRAL Records(R) to Release Doug Benson's 'Unbalanced Load' CD on Tuesday, August 4 Jul 28, 2009
Benson is best known for his regular appearances on VH1's "Best Week Ever" and was a finalist on NBC's "Last Comic Standing." His television appearances also include a "COMEDY CENTRAL Presents" half-hour special in January 2009 and appearances on "Jimmy Kimmel Live," "The Sarah Silverman Program," "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and "Friends." In addition to his credits as creator/writer/star of "The Marijuana-Logues," a show that's been a hit in clubs and theatres from Los Angeles to New York, drawing a... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Awards Guru Girds for Battle Jul 27, 2009
Sarah Silverman The Sarah Silverman Program (Comedy Central). Mary-Louise Parker Weeds (Showtime). (Multichannel News)
Some singers get in on Apatow's act - or don't Jul 27, 2009
Judd Apatow unleashes a Muppet movie's worth of celebrities playing themselves in "Funny People," including comics Ray Romano, Norm MacDonald and Sarah Silverman. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
All for Laughs Jul 27, 2009
The movie is filled with cameos, none of them gratuitous: Sarah Silverman has a strange, libidinous bit; aging local heroes of the L.A. club scene, their faces like Greek masks (these men couldn t be anything but entertainers), express something of their essence in a line or two. Apatow gives all these people their moment without losing his grip on the story or his own skepticism. (New Yorker)
'Funny People' Jul 27, 2009
Apatow takes on life and death -- comically -- in 'Funny People. By Dan MacMedan, USA TODAY. (USA Today)
Cable Corners Emmy Nods Jul 19, 2009
Television executives say the inclusion of such niche, cult-audience performances as those of Jemaine Clement of HBO's Flight of the Conchords and Sarah Silverman from Comedy Central's The Sarah Silverman Program nominated for best male and female actor in a comedy series, respectively shows the growing influence cable is having on the television landscape. The fact that parts of the cable niche that you thought the Emmys would never cozy up to [were nominated] like Flight of the... (Multichannel News)
30 Rock' breaks an Emmy record, but Family Guy' breaks boundaries Jul 18, 2009
That list is also crammed with familiar faces with one exception: Sarah Silverman got her first best-actress nod for Comedy Central's "The Sarah Silverman Show.". It's thrilling to see Jemaine Clement of "Conchords" and Jim Parsons of CBS's "The Big Bang Theory" competing for best comedy actor, but it seems oh-so-wrong that they're flying without their on-screen partners, Bret McKenzie and Johnny Galecki. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
30 Rock leads the way for Emmys Jul 17, 2009
star Christina Applegate, Sarah Silverman for The Sarah Silverman Program, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus for The New Adventures of Old Christine. Alec Baldwin - winner of last year's best comedy actor for 30 Rock - is up for the same award this year, competing against nominees including Parsons, Jemaine Clement for Flight of the Conchords, Steve Carell for The Office and Charlie Sheen for Two and a Half Men. (BBC News -- Americas)
Emmy three-peat? Jul 17, 2009
Other surprises included nominations for HBOs quirky series Flight of the Conchords for outstanding comedy (Jermaine Clement also earned a nod for best actor in a comedy)and Sarah Silverman (Comedy Centrals Sarah Silverman Program) for best lead actress in a comedy. Some high-profile snubs included FXs The Shield, Michael Chiklis in The Shield, HBOs True Blood and 24s Kiefer Sutherland although Sutherland was nominated for best lead actor in a miniseries or movie for his role in... (The Palm Beach Post)
COMEDY CENTRAL Takes Two Inside Looks At The New Judd Apatow Film 'Funny People' Monday, July 20 And Friday July 24 Jul 17, 2009
In addition, "Funny People: Live" showcases live stand-up sets from "real life funny people" Sarah Silverman, Patton Oswalt, Russell Brand, Brian Posehn, Greg Giraldo and Maria Bamford as well as sets from the film's cast members. Fans of comedy, get ready to learn and laugh at the fear and fun that comes with performing stand-up. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Three Aussies nominated for Emmys Jul 17, 2009
Sarah Silverman for The Sarah Silverman Program, and Mary-Louise Parker for Weeds. Rose Byrne has been nominated for the supporting actress in a drama series award for her role in Damages. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Other Emmy nominations: Best hairstyling? Choreography? Title sequence? Jul 17, 2009
The Sarah Silverman Program Comedy Central Central Productions/Eleven ElevenO'Clock Productions/Oil Factory Inc.Sarah Silverman as Sarah Silverman. 30 Rock NBC Broadway Video, Little Stranger, Inc. in association with UniversalMedia StudiosTina Fey as Liz Lemon. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
'Mad Men,' '30 Rock' lead Emmy nominations Jul 17, 2009
On the other hand, such performers as Sarah Silverman ("The Sarah Silverman Program"), Simon Baker (the breakout hit "The Mentalist") and Jim Parsons ("The Big Bang Theory") all earned nominations. Parsons, who presented the nominations alongside Wilson, was shocked to hear his own name. (CNN)
61st Primetime Emmy Nominations Announced Jul 17, 2009
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Comedy Series "The New Adventures Of Old Christine," Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Christine "Samantha Who?," Christina Applegate as Samantha Newly "The Sarah Silverman Program," Sarah Silverman as Sarah Silverman "30 Rock," Tina Fey as Liz Lemon "United States Of Tara," Toni Collette as Tara Gregson "Weeds," Mary-Louise Parker as Nancy Botwin. Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series "Brothers rs", Sally Field as Nora Walker "The Closer," Kyra Sedgwick as Brenda Leigh... (CBS News)
Emmy nominations finally seem tuned in Jul 17, 2009
Sarah Silverman won a lead comedy actress slot for her whimsical and wonderfully sick Comedy Central show, The Sarah Silverman Program. Nice. (Boston Globe)
The acting nominees Emmy voters should choose Jul 16, 2009
Sarah Silverman, "The Sarah Silverman Program," Comedy Central. She does a lot more than make you blush. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Michaels play well together Jul 15, 2009
This isn t innovation, in itself; stars from Chris Isaak to Sarah Silverman to Tori Spelling have played absurdist versions of themselves for the purposes of TV. Still, it s a conceit that curls in on itself so perfectly that it threatens to be annoying. But Michael and Michael Have Issues works because it s funny, and it s funny because of its chemistry. (Boston Globe)
Wilmington band makes it to TV season finals Jul 11, 2009
The series has launched a wide variety of talent, ranging from comedienne Sarah Silverman to actor Scott Grimes of E.R.. For more information, visit. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Riding along on a columnist's train of thought Jul 5, 2009
If you're looking to catch Dunn live on stage highly recommended if you enjoy the sensation of laughter he's hosting "An Evening of Comedy with Sarah Silverman and Friends" at the Palace Theater in Manchester on July 19. Silverman, who Rolling Stone magazine called "the most outrageously funny woman alive," stars in "The Sarah Silverman Program on Comedy Central." She's no stranger to ManchVegas, as she is originally from Bedford. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Actor Donovan gets some 'Notice' on Fenway's mound Jul 4, 2009
In addition to Matt and Ben, the famous faces flipping cards included New Hampshire s own Sarah Silverman, actors Dean Cain, Jennifer Tilly, and Brad Garrett, onetime NBA star Charles Barkley, and former heavyweight champ Mike Tyson. Read the Names Blog at. (Boston Globe)
Todd Glass' 'Thin Pig' Album To Be Digitally Released by COMEDY CENTRAL Records(R) on July 7 Jun 30, 2009
Glass, a Philadelphia native, has performed with numerous acts including Tenacious D, earning high praise from Jack Black himself: "I covet his ****ing brain!" Glass' many television appearances include performances on "Jimmy Kimmel Live," "Late Night With Conan O'Brien," "Showbiz Show with David Spade," "Last Comic Standing 2" and "Last Comic Standing 3: Battle of the Best," "Mr. Show," "COMEDY CENTRAL Presents" and "The Sarah Silverman Show." Glass is currently on the road performing... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Philips interactive film, Obama campaign take top ad prizes Jun 28, 2009
WINNING AD AT CANNES. During the advertising festival, each day USA TODAY will show you one of the contenders for the top ad awards. (USA Today -- Money)
Ad execs take lessons from celebrities at Cannes Jun 26, 2009
Some of that communication included popular videos and direct marketing from celebrities such as Sarah Silverman and singer Will. i.am. (USA Today -- Money)
World a-Twitter Jun 21, 2009
Front page news - newsjournalonline. SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2009. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
School of Rock Jun 20, 2009
In need of cash, the on-screen boyfriend of Sarah Silverman poses as a prep school substitute teacher and turns his fifth graders on to making classic rock. Speaking of "Wannabe," the Spice Girls might be surprised to hear the new rendition of their lyrics that are less about lovin' and more about eatin': "If you want to be my sandwich/you've got to have ham and cheese/lettuce and tomatoes/pass the mayonnaise, please.". (Dowagiac News, MI)
Animator Bill Plympton on Independe... Jun 18, 2009
Hair High also had a lot of stars like David and Keith Carradine, Martha Plimpton and Dermot Mulroney, Sarah Silverman. they weren't cheap. (Suite101.com)
Wilmington rock band makes TV history Jun 16, 2009
The series has launched a wide variety of talent, ranging from comedienne Sarah Silverman to actor Scott Grimes of E.R. For more information, visit. NEW. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Paris Hilton Slipped Into Jail After 2007 MTV Movie Awards May 31, 2009
"She knew Sarah Silverman would go after her and make it a big, uncomfortable moment," Burnett said. "But she was willing to deal with that because she knew afterwards, when the paparazzi least expected it, she checked herself into jail.". (VHI.com -- Music News)
Andy Samberg Has A History With The MTV Movie Awards May 31, 2009
Sarah Silverman was hosting that year, and her opening monologue stretched nearly twice as long as planned. Then "Talladega Nights" stars Will Ferrell and Sacha Baron Cohen accepted their award for Best Kiss and re-created their passionate embrace to the point where they were rolling around on the floor. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Andy Samberg hopes for another viral hit with MTV Movie Awards May 30, 2009
"There's been a lot of pretty amazing people that have hosted the show: Sarah Silverman, Jimmy Fallon, Ben Stiller. . . . And now me!". His primary goal, Samberg says, is to make everyone laugh. (Multichannel News)
Local rock band to make TV debut May 29, 2009
The series has launched a wide variety of talent, ranging from comedienne Sarah Silverman to actor Scott Grimes (of E.R. fame). Community Auditions: Star of the Day broadcast times: Friday, 9:30 p.m. (WSBK TV38 Boston); Saturday 7 p.m. (WCTX MyTV New Haven); Saturday 12 p.m. (WNAC Fox TV Providence); Saturday 10:30 p.m. (WPXT TV Portland s CW); Saturday 12 a.m. (WBZ TV CBS 4 Boston); Sunday 12 p.m. (WSBK TV38 Boston); Sunday 7:30 p.m. (NECN). (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
The 15th Annual Critics' Choice Movie Awards Will Air Live on VH1, Friday, January 15, 2010 May 29, 2009
Attending the show in 2009 was a who's who of Hollywood including: Amy Adams, Jason Alexander, Kevin Bacon, Christian Bale, Elizabeth Banks, Angela Bassett, Simon Beaufoy, Kate Beckinsale, Kristen Bell, Dustin Lance Black, Danny Boyle, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, Josh Brolin, Philippe Claudel, Common, Patrick Creadon, Penelope Cruz, Viola Davis, Laura Dern, Alexandre Desplat, Rosemarie DeWitt, Clint Eastwood, Aaron Eckhart, Danny Elfman, Dakota Fanning, Ari Folman, Brendan Fraser, Richard Gere,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Staying up late with Leno May 28, 2009
VIRAL VIDEO: In January 2008, comedian Sarah Silverman, the then girlfriend of Jimmy Kimmel Live host Jimmy Kimmel, appeared on his show as a guest. She said that she had something to tell him and then played a satirical music video in which she confessed a long-term affair with movie star Matt Damon. (The Augusta Chronicle)
MTV Movie Awards Will Be 'Edgy, Unpredictable,' Mark Burnett Promises May 27, 2009
This year, Andy Samberg will be following in the distinguished footsteps of past hosts Ben Stiller, Sarah Silverman and Samuel L. Jackson. "Andy Samberg [is] totally unpredictable and has fun viral videos to air on the show," Burnett said. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Local band takes on 'Community Auditions' May 13, 2009
The series has launched a wide variety of talent, ranging from comedienne Sarah Silverman to actor Scott Grimes of E.R.. Community Auditions: Star of the Day broadcast times: Friday, 9:30 p.m. on WSBK TV38 Boston; Saturday, 7 p.m. on WCTX MyTV New Haven; Saturday, 12 p.m. on WNAC Fox TV Providence; Saturday, 10:30 p.m. on WPXT TV Portland's CW; Saturday, 12 a.m. on WBZ TV CBS 4 Boston; Sunday, 12 p.m. on WSBK TV38 Boston; and Sunday, 7:30 p.m. on NECN.. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
My Damn Channel Saves the Internet Again May 9, 2009
The series, created by Sam Seder and Charles Fisher, stars Seder along with Sarah Silverman, David Cross, Andy Dick and Isla Fisher. A documentary crew follows the cast who play desperate actors, agents and studio execs inside Hollywood 's annual, intensely competitive feeding frenzy to chase sitcom success. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Jimmy Fallon, Trent Reznor among Webby winners May 7, 2009
Sarah Silverman was honored as best actress for her performance in the viral video I'm. Matt Damon and for her contribution to a voting initiative video. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Jimmy Fallon, Toronto blogger on Webbys win list May 6, 2009
Sarah Silverman, Twitter, New York Times also make winners' circle ... Sarah Silverman was honoured as best actress for her performance in the viral video I'm [expletive] Matt Damon and for her contribution to a voting-initiative video. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Fallon, Reznor nail Webbys for online triumphs May 6, 2009
Sarah Silverman was honored as best actress for her viral video with Matt Damon and for her contribution to a voting initiative video. Lisa Kudrow won for outstanding comedic performance as the star of the series "Web Therapy" at Lstudio. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Webby Award Winners Announced May 6, 2009
Other special achievement awards went to Cavalcade of Cartoon Comedys Seth MacFarlane for film/video person of the year, Lisa Kudrow for comedic performance in Web Therapy and Sarah Silverman for best actress in Im F**king Matt Damon. . (TVweek.com)
Theater casting for Octomom musical Apr 28, 2009
According to Bang s Web site, noted actors who have performed at the improv theater include Fred Willard, Sarah Silverman, Margaret Cho and Rainn Wilson, now a regular on The Office. RECENT HEADLINES. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Did this email leak? Apr 11, 2009
" The full email, after the jump. Dear Clients, I wanted to take a moment and give you a number of important updates. Before I begin, however, I wish to tell you all that I am so very proud of you all for your dogged determination during these most difficult times. Hollywood is being challenged on multiple fronts labor uncertainty, paradigm shifting and the great recession. I know a lot of you are getting antsy to get out more, and frankly many of you are in a tight financial pinch; as such,... (Variety)
IndieVest seeks investors for independent feature films Apr 6, 2009
IndieVest s first film, Saint John of Las Vegas starring Sarah Silverman, Steve Buscemi and Romany Malco will be released this summer. Burton said the company has five more projects in various stages of development, and that most of the financing for these has come from foreign markets. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
* SUNDAY PROFILE: Bill Maher is going straight to hell Apr 5, 2009
His panelists have included comics such as Roseanne Barr, Robin Williams and Sarah Silverman, novelists (Salman Rushdie), anti-globalization activists (Naomi Klein), political gadflies (Arianna Huffington), rappers (Mos Def, Will. I Am), and actors from Kevin Costner (dim) to Ben Affleck (sharp as a tack). (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Talking Fashion Mar 19, 2009
Funny Face: Sarah Silverman models for Band of Outsiders. . (Teen Vogue)
PREMIERE: 'Love' was a funny thing at 'Man' debut Mar 19, 2009
Jack Black, Sarah Silverman, Jason Bateman and Mad Men's Jon Hamm were among those turning out for the film, which opens Friday. Posted. (USA Today -- Life)
Singer a Terrorist Target? Mar 19, 2009
Sarah Silverman jumping over the fence to get inside the theater for the premiere of "I Love You, Man" in Westwood, Los Angeles on Tuesday night. Other guests included Jack Black and Ben Stiller who stepped out to support cast members Jason Segal, Paul Rudd, Rashida Jones, Jon Favreau and Jaime Pressly. (Fox News)
