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Comedian Patton Oswalt talks new catfishing film ‘I Love My Dad’ | ABCNL

ABC News’ Kayna Whitworth spoke to actor Patton Oswalt about the extreme lengths his character goes to in order to reconnect with his son in…

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Man arrested after firing gun inside comedy club in Charlotte

The alleged gunman opened fire at The Comedy Zone in Charlotte on Saturday night, police said. WATCH the ABC News Live Stream Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_Ma8… SUBSCRIBE…

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Phoebe Robinson: ‘I’m excited. I’m just pinching myself. I’m really happy.’ l ABCNL

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with actress Phoebe Robinson about her new show “Everything’s Trash” and the takeoff of her skyrocketing career in comedy as…

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Comedian Cristela Alonzo: ‘So many of us have those same struggles’ l ABCNL

ABC News’ Phil Lipof spoke with comedian Cristela Alonzo about her new Netflix stand-up special, “Middle Classy,” growing up in a low-income household and being…

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‘Gordita Chronicles’ show creator on the immigrant experience in US

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with “Gordita Chronicles” actress Olivia Goncalves and series creator Claudia Forestieri about portraying the realities of the immigrant struggle through…

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Seth MacFarlane on new series ‘The Orville: New Horizons’ | ABCNL

ABC News’ Will Reeve speaks with executive producer and director Seth MacFarlane on combining comedy with science fiction in season 3 of the Hulu series,…

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New comedy series shows ‘the government really makes life in America possible’ | ABCNL

ABC News’ Trevor Ault speaks with Adam Conover on his new Netflix series, “The G Word” that takes a look at how the U.S. government…

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Asian American representation and the changing face of comedy

ABC News’ Zohreen Shah sits down with Asian American comedians Jo Koy and Margaret Cho during AANHPI heritage month to discuss growing AANHPI participation in…

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‘Black-ish’ cast, creator say goodbye to the Johnsons | Nightline

“Black-ish” stars including Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross and creator Kenya Barris reflect on the success of the ABC sitcom after eight seasons. WATCH…

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Actress Karen Gillan fights killer clone in ‘Dual’ l ABCNL

ABC News’ WIll Reeve speaks with actress and Marvel universe star Karen Gillan about her new dark comedy sci-fi thriller “Dual.” ABC News Live Prime,…

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Remembering Estelle Harris

From her performances on “Seinfeld” to Mrs. Potato in the “Toy Story” movies, Estelle Harris left behind a legacy of laughter, showcasing her unrivaled flair…

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King Bach describes his rise from internet personality to touring entertainer

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks to internet personality Andrew Bachelor, better known as King Bach, about his creative process and how he went from internet…

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Comedy inspired by ‘truthful and traumatic places’: Adult animation writer

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with “Big Mouth” actor and writer Brandon Kyle Goodman as he tackles hard topics with comedy on his new show…

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Channing Tatum spotlights veterans’ struggles in new comedy

The “Dog” actor spoke with Nightline about his new film, which explores a soldier’s transition to civilian life while on a road trip with a…

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Behind the scenes of ‘Recess Therapy’

Meet Julian Shapiro-Barnum, the young comedian who’s warming hearts of millions online with Instagram’s new obsession, ‘Recess Therapy.’ ABC News’ Will Ganss sat down with…

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Prime Video doc-series celebrates ‘Phat Tuesdays’

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with J.B. Smoove and “Phat Tuesdays: The Era of Hip Hop Comedy” executive producer Guy Torry about the comedy night…

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Bob Saget found dead in Orlando hotel room

The actor and comedian was best known for his role as Danny Tanner on the sitcom “Full House.” WATCH FULL EPISODES OF WORLD NEWS TONIGHT:…

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Tracee Ellis Ross on the Red Carpet | 2016 Critics’ Choice Awards | A&E

Tracee Ellis Ross talks about the amazing success of “Black-ish” in this red carpet interview at the 21st Annual Critics’ Choice Awards (January 2016). Check…

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Comedian Dave Chappelle remains under fire for his Netflix special, LGBTQ comments

After years of controversial performances, many said the comments Chapelle made about the Trans community in his special, “The Closer,” went too far. WATCH NIGHTLINE…

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Master storyteller Mel Brooks reflects on ageless comedy, his remarkable success | Nightline

The 95-year-old actor, comedian, film producer, director and screenwriter has had a career in show business that’s spanned over seven decades. His new memoir tells…

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