American comedian, actor, and musician (1949–1982)
Den of Geek Aug 04
Martin Short Suspects That Chevy Chase Left a ‘Giant Turd’ in His Trailer While Making ‘Three Amigos’
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Den of Geek Jul 31
Mardi Gras Was the Site of ‘SNL’s Most Disastrous Show: Drunken partiers had to be peeled off Gilda Radner
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Vanity Fair Jul 07
Growing Up at Dan Tana’s, Hollywood’s Most Famous Restaurant: Upon the publication of their father’s posthumous memoir, Katerina and Gabrielle Tana reflect on a ...
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The 8 Most Famous Quotes From The Blues Brothers: Relive the funniest and most famous quotes featured in the classic '80s comedy 'The Blues Brothers.'
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The 8 Most Famous Quotes From The Blues Brothers: Relive the funniest and most famous quotes featured in the classic '80s comedy 'The Blues Brothers.'
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The 8 Most Famous Quotes From The Blues Brothers: Relive the funniest and most famous quotes featured in the classic '80s comedy 'The Blues Brothers.'
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The 8 Most Famous Quotes From The Blues Brothers: Relive the funniest and most famous quotes featured in the classic '80s comedy 'The Blues Brothers.'
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The 8 Most Famous Quotes From The Blues Brothers: Relive the funniest and most famous quotes featured in the classic '80s comedy 'The Blues Brothers.'
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How Aretha Franklin Really Felt About Making The Blues Brothers: Music legend Aretha Franklin appeared in the ensemble of the John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd comedy ...
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Den of Geek Mar 10
The Most Underrated SNL Cast Members of All Time: These 15 underappreciated comedic performers are the glue that holds Saturday Night Live together.
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Today in Chicago History: John Belushi’s death in LA shocks his hometown: Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on March 5, according to the ...
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Today in History: March 5, John Belushi dies of an overdose: Comedian John Belushi was found dead of a drug overdose in a rented bungalow at Hollywood’s Chateau ...
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people Mar 05
John Belushi's Death, 44 Years Later: Revisiting the Comedian's Tragic Final Days
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This Week's Most Disturbing Internet Findings: I was genuinely shaken this week by a deeply unsettling viral video tied to alleged fraternity hazing at the ...
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Test your knowledge: The film duo "Blues Brothers" consisted of actors John Belushi and ...?
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Den of Geek Jan 04
The Most Underrated SNL Cast Members of All Time: These 15 underappreciated comedic performers are the glue that holds Saturday Night Live together.
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CBR Jan 01
Animal House Is Leaving Netflix: Animal House, the iconic 1978 comedy starring John Belushi, is leaving Netflix in the new year.
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Chevy Chase, a member of the inaugural “Saturday Night Live” cast in 1975, attended February’s 50th anniversary festivities, but did not appear in skits ... Show more
Chevy Chase texted Lorne Michaels over hurtful ‘SNL’ 50th snub
Chevy Chase texted Lorne Michaels over hurtful ‘SNL’ 50th snub
Dan Aykroyd Imagined Ghostbusters' Slimer As The Spirit Of A Deceased SNL Star: Dan Aykroyd once commented that he thought of the popular Ghostbusters character ...
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EW Dec 12 25
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Jim Belushi details how late brother John pays him 'little visits' in his dreams
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CBR Nov 18 25
The Blues Brothers Is Coming Back in the Form of a Brand New Graphic Novel: They're on another mission from God.
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Den of Geek Oct 18 25
SNL Movies Ranked from Worst to Best: From The Blues Brothers and Wayne's World to It's Pat and The Ladies Man, we rank the strange eclectic brew that are movies ...
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Medium Aug 16 25
Spielberg’s Wildest Misfire? A Look Back at 1941 (1979): When you think of Steven Spielberg, what comes to mind? Maybe a shark fin slicing through the water in ...
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Dan Aykroyd: ‘I don’t believe in associating with beings that have no souls’: The Ghostbuster and Blues Brother on living in a haunted house, jamming with a ...
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EW Jun 21 25
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The Blues Brothers turns 45! This scene remains the greatest musical moment in cinema (and you better 'Think' about it before disagreeing)
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'The Blues Brothers' Returning for Sequel 45 Years After Film Hit Theaters
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'The Blues Brothers' Are Taking Their Mission to Netflix This June: Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi's cult classic musical finds a new streamer to ...
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John Mulaney, Rock Hall of Fame Enthusiast, Breaks Down This Year’s Class — and Snubs!
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EW Mar 20 25
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Chris Farley started doing John Belushi impressions in Tommy Boy after getting bored by his character
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Bill Murray Slams John Belushi Biography as 'Criminal' and 'Cruel’: Bill Murray slammed journalist Bob Woodward and his portrayal of John Belushi in his 1984 ...
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Bill Murray, Bob Woodward share 'tense' words over John Belushi book at Kennedy Center
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EW Mar 06 25
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Bill Murray reveals the SNL50 moments that made him 'surprisingly emotional': 'I wept 3 times'
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Today in Chicago History: John Belushi's death shocks the city: On this day in 1982: John Belushi was found dead at the Chateau Marmont, a Los Angeles hotel ...
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The SNL Actor Who Caused A Strict Wardrobe Rule For The Whole Cast: Saturday Night Live instituted a strict underwear rule for everybody, but it was really only ...
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Vintage photos of 'Saturday Night Live' from the 1970s: "Saturday Night Live" premiered in October 1975, changing the face of TV forever.
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My Night With the Blues Brothers: What it was like to see John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd perform as the Blues Brothers in 1978
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Rotten Tomatoes Feb 15 22
All Saturday Night Live Movies Ranked: Including Wayne's World, Blues Brothers, and Macgruber!
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'SNL' show creator Lorne Michaels donates archive to University of Texas: “Saturday Night Live” creator Lorne Michaels has donated his career archive to the ...
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Jack Nicholson & John Belushi's On-Set Feud Inspired A Viral Short Film: When Jack Nicholson and John Belushi worked together on Nicholson's 1978 western ...
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The Blues Brothers Are Still Going Strong. Do They Have a Future?: The Blues Brothers are nearly 50 years old: Can the white blues singing duo created by John ...
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How to watch the first-ever Saturday Night Live episode from 1975: Itching to watch the very first episode of 'Saturday Night Live,' the making of which ...
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Key FactsUnveiling the Truth Behind 'Saturday Night'
Oct 12, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- The film 'Saturday Night' explores the chaotic 90 minutes leading up to the first live airing of 'Saturday Night Live' on October 11, 1975.
- While some scenes, such as the fight between Chevy Chase and John Belushi, are dramatized, they draw from real tensions.
- The portrayal of John Belushi's fear of fame and his contract signing is accurate, whereas other details, like Milton Berle's behavior, are exaggerated.
- The film highlights the challenges Lorne Michaels and his team faced with the established TV landscape, particularly with Johnny Carson.
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Saturday Night Live season 1 cast: Where are they now?: It's been 50 seasons since 'Saturday Night Live' premiered on NBC. Catch up on what the ...
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How to watch the first-ever Saturday Night Live episode from 1975: Itching to watch the very first episode of 'Saturday Night Live,' the making of which ...
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Cinemablend Oct 13 24
Apparently Jason Reitman Stood In For A John Belushi Scene After Matt Wood Had To Be Rushed To The Hospital On The First Night Of Filming Saturday Night
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Happy 50th 'SNL!' Here's a look back at the show's very first cast: From the very start, “SNL” produced breakout stars.
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Happy 50th 'SNL!' Look back at the show's very first cast: Happy 50th “SNL!" The NBC sketch comedy mainstay “Saturday Night Live” begins its 50th season Sept. 28 ...
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Rotten Tomatoes Sep 28 24
All Saturday Night Live Movies Ranked: Including Wayne's World, Blues Brothers, and Macgruber!
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Emile Hirsch: John Belushi Biopic Director Was 'Stupid': Emile Hirsch explained why John Belushi biopic director was 'stupid' for asking him to ...
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Lorne Michaels, Chevy Chase, and more race against the clock in first trailer for SNL biopic Saturday Night
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Key FactsRace Against the Clock: SNL Biopic Trailer Saturday Night
Aug 8, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- The trailer for the SNL biopic Saturday Night showcases the intensity leading up to the show's first broadcast on October 11, 1975.
- Featuring young versions of SNL legends, the cast includes Chevy Chase, John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, and Lorne Michaels.
- The plot revolves around debating the show's fate amidst chaos behind the scenes.
- The film is set to release on October 11, marking 49 years since SNL's debut.
From Dogma to Panic Room: more hard-to-find movies (keep your DVDs): Hard to find movies, either on disc or streaming. Here are some examples of why you should ...
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Cinemablend Aug 03 24
Dan Aykroyd's explanation for what made John Belushi so great is a reminder of how special he was...
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John Belushi Defends The Blues Brothers Concept In Newly Surfaced Interview: A 1979 interview with John Belushi is part of a new Audible documentary.
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Judith Belushi Pisano, actress and widow of John Belushi, dies at 73: Judith Belushi Pisano, the actress and widow of John Belushi, has died at 73 after devoting ...
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Dan Aykroyd Looks Back: Making ‘The Blues Brothers,’ Hiding John Belushi’s Cocaine, and More
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John Belushi pushes back against critics of The Blues Brothers in a never-before-heard 1979 interview.
The comedian rejected criticism that he was a part of ... Show more
Judy Belushi Pisano, Who Defended Her Husband’s Legacy, Dies at 73: She was married to John Belushi until his fatal drug overdose in 1982. She went on to ...
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Key FactsJudy Belushi Pisano, Defender of Her Husband's Legacy, Dies at 73
Jul 14, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- Judy Belushi Pisano, known for defending her husband's legacy, died at 73 from endometrial cancer.
- John Belushi's death in 1982 served as a cautionary tale of excess, sparking tabloid coverage and misconceptions.
- Pisano worked to portray Belushi's life truthfully, emphasizing addiction as a disease exacerbated by fame.
- She founded foundations to help those struggling with addiction and recorded a music album before her death.
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Eddie Murphy turned down coke with Robin Williams and John Belushi: 'No, I'm cool'
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Judy Belushi-Pisano Dies: John Belushi’s Widow Was 73: Judy Belushi-Pisano, wife of the legendary comedian John Belushi, has died at age 73.
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Cinemablend Jul 13 24
'God Was Looking Over Me': Eddie Murphy Recalls Time John Belushi And Robin Williams Asked Him To Try Coke
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Paid articlePaywall Dan Aykroyd Blues Brothers Oral History Sets Audible Release Date: In a new Audible original, Dan Aykroyd tells the story of how he and John Belushi became the ...
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9 SNL Stars Who Died Too Young: Saturday Night Live has been spreading laughter since its premiere in 1975, but there's a surprising amount of tragedy and ...
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John Mulaney Recalls His Sobriety Battle And Lorne Michaels Warning Him About John Belushi: “John Didn’t Want To Die”
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How John Wayne Tried To Stop Steven Spielberg From Directing 1941: Steven Spielberg wanted John Wayne in '1941,' but despite the legendary filmmaker ...
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John Mulaney Shares What Lorne Michaels Told Him About John Belushi: ‘He Didn’t Want to Die’
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Joe Flaherty, Original ‘SCTV’ Castmember, Dies at 82: Joe Flaherty, the Second City alumnus and Freaks and Geeks star has died. He was 82.
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Key FactsBeloved Actor Joe Flaherty Passes Away at 82 with Tributes Pouring In
Apr 2, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- The beloved comedian and actor Joe Flaherty passed away at the age of 82 after his appearances in successful TV series such as Freaks and Geeks and the film Happy Gilmore alongside Adam Sandler.
- Joe's specific cause of death remains undisclosed, but it occurred following a health battle for which his improv comedy group conducted a fundraising effort.
- The heartbreaking news of Joe's passing was shared by Mad Men star Joel Murray, who provided the update on X, formerly known as Twitter.
- Joe Flaherty was widely recognized for his portrayal in the film Happy Gilmore and throughout his remarkable acting career, he appeared in at least 22 movies.
10 Most Rewatchable '70s Comedy Movies, Ranked: From Blazing Saddles to Meatballs, these hilarious comedy films defined the 1970s and are always worthy of a ...
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