American actor, comedian, and filmmaker (born 1926)
Mel Brooks Talks His Love of Star Wars and Teases a Spaceballs Sequel: The comedy legend spoke at a screening during the TCM Classic Film Festival in Hollywood.
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‘Blazing Saddles’ Was Almost a Completely Different Movie, According to Mel Brooks
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This Kirk Douglas Western Was a Major Inspiration for 'Blazing Saddles'
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20 Best Parody Movies of All Time, Ranked: From Young Frankenstein to The Naked Gun to Scary Movie, this is Collider's ranking of the best ...
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‘Remembering Gene Wilder’ documentary salutes a Jewish comedy legend: Recently opened in NY and LA with a further rollout in the coming weeks ...
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2024 TCM Film Festival Lineup: Fincher, Nancy Meyers, Mel Brooks, More: The 2024 TCM Film Festival will include talks from Nancy Meyers, David Fincher, and more ...
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Quick Glance: 2024 TCM Film Festival: Star-Studded Panels and Premieres
- The 2024 TCM Film Festival is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a variety of star-studded panels and premieres.
- The festival kicks off with a special 35mm screening of 'Pulp Fiction' with actor John Travolta. This year's theme is 'Most Wanted: Crime and Justice in Film'.
- Highlights include a cast reunion of 'The Shawshank Redemption' with stars Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins, and the closing screening of Mel Brooks' 'Spaceballs'.
- Additional programming features the world premiere of David Fincher's 'Se7en' IMAX restoration, 'The Searchers' restoration with Alexander Payne, and the US premiere restoration of 'The Small Back Room'.
Richard Lewis, comedian who starred on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' dies at 76: Richard Lewis, an acclaimed comedian known for exploring his neuroses in frantic ...
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Quick Glance: Comedian Richard Lewis Passes Away at 76
- Richard Lewis, the master of self-deprecating comedy, has passed away at the age of 76. Rising to fame through stand-up specials, sold-out concerts, and roles in 'Anything but Love' and 'Curb Your Enthusiasm'.
- Lewis passed away peacefully at his home in Los Angeles after a heart attack. His publicist disclosed his battle with Parkinson's disease and retirement from stand-up in April 2023.
- Known for his nervous demeanor and signature black attire, Lewis captivated audiences. His struggles with substance abuse were chronicled in his 2002 autobiography. As an actor, he appeared in various productions including 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' and 'Robin Hood: Men in Tights'.
- Lewis' versatile talent extended to numerous TV appearances and films. He is survived by his wife, Joyce.
'Remembering Gene Wilder' review: Saluting a comedy icon: The star of, among many others, 'The Producers,' 'Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory' and 'Young ...
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50 years ago, 'Blazing Saddles' broke wind — and box office expectations: Mel Brooks' satirical Western got mixed reviews when it opened in February 1974 ...
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Mel Brooks, Carol Kane, and more honor a genius and comedic force of nature in the Remembering Gene Wilder trailer
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During his 97 years on earth, Mel Brooks has learned a lot about happiness. What’s his secret?
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Blazing Saddles at 50: the button-pushing spoof that could never get made today: The 1974 spin on westerns sees Mel Brooks pointing at the absurdity of racism ...
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Anthony Hopkins Tried to Get David Lynch Fired From ‘The Elephant Man’: David Lynch would have been fired from The Elephant Man if Sir Anthony Hopkins had it his ...
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“Blazing Saddles,” one of Mel Brooks’s most famous films, turns 50 today—and the 2,000-year-old man is still riotously funny. Last year ... Show more theatln.tc/8NeBmVz0
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The Tesla Model 3 Plaid was spotted in Spain: Tesla hasn’t officially recognized that this car exists, though it has dropped some pretty big hints
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Quick Glance: Tesla Model 3 Plaid: A Game Changer
- The new 'Highland' Model 3 Plaid was spotted in Spain this weekend.
- Tesla has not officially confirmed the existence of this car, but there are clear indications.
- The current iteration of the Model 3 Dual Motor takes 4.2 seconds for the 0-60 sprint, while the discontinued Model 3 Performance achieved it in 3.3 seconds with about 450 hp.
- Observing the spy video of the Model 3 Plaid, the car exhibits a redesigned front for aerodynamic downforce and a new rear diffuser. It sits lower and sportier on black directional five-spoke aero wheels.
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Elton John is the winner of an EGOT – the acronym reserved for those who win an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony – alongside other legendary performers including ... Show more cnn.it/4b8Wts6
Elton John is the winner of an EGOT – the acronym reserved for those who win an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony – alongside other legendary performers including ... Show more cnn.it/4b8Wts6
Quick Glance: Elton John Completes EGOT with Emmy Win
- Elton John wins Emmy for Best Variety Special for his Disney+ show
- He becomes the 19th person ever to achieve EGOT status
- His farewell concert at Dodger Stadium showcases his final North American performance
- His special wins two more Emmy Awards at the Creative Arts Emmys
Mel Brooks earns second Oscar at Governors Awards, vows not to sell this one: 'Swear to God'
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Actor Angela Bassett, comedian Mel Brooks, film editor Carol Littleton and Sundance Institute director Michelle Satter were presented with honorary Oscars
Gene Wilder Doc To Get U.S. Release After Kino Lorber Worldwide Pickup; Mel Brooks, Alan Alda, Carol Kane Among Contributors
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The 20 Funniest Quotes From Mel Brooks Movies: Mel Brooks' pun-ingly perfect word mastery created some of our favorite comedy dialogue.
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John Mulaney proves he should host all awards shows with hilarious pre-Oscars Governors Awards monologue
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10 Funniest Movies Of The 1970s, Ranked: From Slap Shot to What's Up, Doc?, these are the funniest movies of the 1970s.
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Norman Lear and the comedy elders make a case for the power of laughter: At a 2017 screening of “If You’re Not in the Obit, Eat Breakfast,” an HBO documentary ...
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🌟Becoming an Egot has been referred to as the “grand slam” of show business. John is the 19th person to do so, joining the likes of Audrey Hepburn ... Show more
Governors Awards Red Carpet 2024 Arrivals Photos: All the Looks: Margot Robbie, Emily Blunt, Penelope Cruz and more celebrities stepped out in style for the 2024 ...
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The AfD and Orbán stultification syndrome in German politics. Baerbock knows-it-all in the Middle East. Haldenwang: Danger to democracy? Honorary Oscar for Mel ...
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Mel Brooks earns honorary Oscar at 97: The legendary US comic and filmmaker is already one of the select few entertainers to win an Oscar, Emmy, Tony ...
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When Mel Brooks was working on “The Producers,” Joseph E. Levine asked him to fire Gene Wilder. “I said, ‘Yes, he’s gone. I’m firing him.’ I never did ... Show more nyer.cm/t9xRmBN
The Marvels Turns a Hilarious Spaceballs Joke Into a Clever Plot: Spaceballs made its plot as silly as possible, yet The Marvels is able to raise the stakes with ...
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10 Most Over-the-Top '80s Comedy Movies: Some comedy titles from the '80s will go down in the history of cinema as exaggerated ...
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For its big autumn production, amateur musical theatre company BLOC presents Young Frankenstein.thebulletin.be/whats-week-10-16-november-0
Review: ‘Young Frankenstein’ comes alive at Mercury Theater, thanks to Igor and the Monster
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Inside Mel Brooks’ Most Iconic Movie Lines: In this exclusive excerpt from the new book “You Talkin’ to Me?” about the most famous movie quotes in history ...
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Paid articlePaid "The Star Wars parody Spaceballs nearly cost beloved filmmaker Mel Brooks his life, all in the name of good comedy. #MelBrooks #Spaceballs #Yogurt #Movietok #Parody #Yoda ... Show more #shorts
Before Mel Brooks was acting, directing, producing, and writing some of the most memorable films in history, he was defusing bombs ... Show more bit.ly/4665qQd
Only Murders In The Building's Biggest Cameo Yet Is A Brilliant Meta Joke: A big cameo from the latest episode of Only Murders in the Building is a fun meta joke ...
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Governors Awards Delayed Until 2024 Due to Actors, Writers Strikes: The Governors Awards, where honorary Oscars are presented, has been delayed until 2024 amid ...
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Only Murders in the Building Season 3 Delivers Two Big Cameos in Its Own The Producers Reunion
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A new Loop venue for Dennis Watkins’ long-running ‘Magic Parlour’: “The Magic Parlour,” performed for some 15 years at the Palmer House, is moving to Petterino's ...
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Oscars event celebrating Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks pushed back by strike: Angela Bassett is going to have to wait a little bit longer to get her Oscar.
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How Mel Brooks, Woody Allen and even Kafka exposed the absurd with laughter and wit
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During his 97 years on earth, Mel Brooks has learned a lot about happiness. What’s his secret? Judd Apatow interviews the Hollywood legend ... Show more theatln.tc/8NeBmVz0 theatln.tc/8NeBmVz0
Judd Apatow’s Afternoon With Mel Brooks: The 2,000-year-old man turns 97 this summer. I talked with him about fighting in World War II, his life in comedy ...
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Quick Glance: Afternoon with Mel Brooks
- Have people changed over the generations?
- How would you have been different without World War II?
- What does totalitarian mean?
- Do you remember Sid Caesar?
Angela Bassett and Mel Brooks Are Among Those to Receive Honorary Oscars: The Sundance Institute executive Michelle Satter and the film editor Carol Littleton ...
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Quick Glance: Angela Bassett to Receive Honorary Oscar
- Angela Bassett will be honored for her acting achievements with an honorary Oscar.
- Bassett played roles in films like Black Panther, Boyz N the Hood, Malcolm X, Music of the Heart, and Mission: Impossible - Fallout.
- Mel Brooks and Carol Littleton will also receive honorary Oscars.
Mathias Schlung in the musical in Bonn: for a coffee with the main actor of "Frankenstein Junior"
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Paid articlePaid Before Mel Brooks was acting, directing, producing, and writing some of the most memorable films in history, he was defusing bombs ... Show more bit.ly/4665qQd
What Happened to Mel Brooks?: We take a look back at the legendary career of writer-director-actor Mel Brooks, the man responsible for so many comedy classics.
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We take a look back at the legendary career of writer-director-actor Mel Brooks, the man responsible for so many comedy classics.#MelBrooks #WTFHappenedToThisCelebrity #JoBloMovieNetwork #JoBloMovies #JoBloOriginals
Blazing Saddles Cast: Where They Are Today and Who Passed Away: Blazing Saddles is a comedy classic filled with a great cast. Let's see where they are today ...
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Judd Apatow’s Afternoon With Mel Brooks: The 2,000-year-old man turns 97 this summer. I talked with him about fighting in World War II, his life in comedy ...
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80s Movie trivia! Spaceballs (1987) 🎥
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Movie trivia! Spaceballs (1987) 🎥
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Eileen Saki — owner of Rosie’s Bar on ‘M*A*S*H*’ — dead at 79: Eileen Saki, known for playing barkeep Rosie on classic TV series M*A*S*H*, has died of cancer at ...
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Paid articlePaid Cary Elwes shunned sword movies after The Princess Bride...except to work with Mel Brooks
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New Shows on Hulu: New TV series on Hulu include Hulu originals and the latest from most of the big broadcast networks.
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80s Movie Trivia! Spaceballs (1987)🎥
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Movie Trivia! Spaceballs (1987)🎥
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A tribute to Mel Brooks, last of the Jewish comedy kings: With an unlikely small-screen sequel to his ‘History of the World: Part I’ now out ...
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At 96, the comedian Mel Brooks isn’t done punching up history. In the new Hulu show “History of the World, Part II,” you can still find all of his signature ... Show more https://nyti.ms/3FiQJ0p
‘History of the World, Part II’ review: Mel Brooks’ giddily irreverent style of comedy is emulated in this new series from Hulu
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'History of the World Part 2' Featurette Goes Behind the Scenes: 40 years later and Mel Brooks is still raring to go in "History of the World Part 2."
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'History of the World: Part 2' Featurette: Mel Brooks Is Back in the Saddle
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History of the World Part 2 - Official Teaser Trailer - IGN: After waiting over 40 years there is finally a sequel to the seminal Mel Brooks film ...
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Mel Brooks Isn’t Done Punching Up the History of the World: The comedian, at 96, is happy to inspire a new generation to make their own Hitler jokes.
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Mel Brooks says Gene Wilder never wanted 'Young Frankenstein' filming to end
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'History of the World Part II' Review: Mel Brooks' Sequel is Mixed: 'History of the World, Part II' Review: Mel Brooks' long-awaited sequel series ...
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In History of the World, Part II, Mel Brooks Is Still Funnier Than Most Comedians Half His Age
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Great Men, Greater Gags: Talking with the Team and Cast of History of the World, Part II
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In Mel Brooks’ ‘History of the World Part II,’ Jewish jokes reign: Out March 6, the eve of Purim, the long-awaited sequel to the classic 1981 film co-produced by ...
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The 5 Best New TV Shows Our Critic Watched in March 2023: From 'Rain Dogs' to 'The History of the World, Part II'
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Why History Of The World, Part II Took 40 Years To Make: History Of The World, Part II was first teased in the ‘80s, but the reason the Mel Brooks sequel took 40 ...
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‘History of the World Part II’ Review: Mel Brooks Sequel Is a Fiasco: It took four years for a sequel series to Mel Brooks’ “History of the World Part I” to ...
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Ike Barinholtz talks to The Last Laugh podcast about riding the line between “offensive” and “woke” in 'History of the World, Part II ... Show more https://www.thedailybeast.com/ike-barinholtz-picks-up-where-mel-brooks-left-off
US comedian: Mel Brooks continues "Crazy History of the World" after 42 years: In "The Crazy History of the World" in 1981, an ice-skating Adolf Hitler announced ...
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Norman Steinberg, Screenwriter of ‘Blazing Saddles,’ ‘Johnny Dangerously,’ Dies at 83
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'Frasier': 10 Stars Who Were Guest Callers: Frasier featured famous guest stars from Halle Berry to Stephen King as callers for the titular ...
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History Of The World Part II Features A Joke Mel Brooks Held Onto For Over 40 Years
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'History of the World, Part II' reminds us that Mel Brooks is one of our greatest court jesters
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