Justin Timberlake’s Saturday Night Live performance of his new hit “Suit & Tie” contained a subtle response to unexpected hater Kanye West. Last month at a London concert, Kanye slammed Justin ‘s collaboration with Jay-Z, saying, “I got love for Hov, but I ain’t f–kin’ with that ‘Suit & Tie.'” So on Saturday night, Timberlake changed the lyrics “S**t so sick got a hit and picked up a habit” to “My hit’s so sick, it got RAPPERS acting dramatic.” Smooth and silk. Justin Timberlake SNL Performance Later, Jay-Z came out to join the singer on “Suit & Tie.” Timberlake, whose 20/20 Project album comes out March 19, delivered huge ratings for SNL . Game, set, match.
This just in: Justin Timberlake is a beloved Saturday Night Live host. The superstar – who hosted the sketch show last night and performed as its musical guest – carried SNL to its biggest ratings since Charles Barkley emceed in January 2012. And for good reason. Timberlake joined the exclusive five-time hosting club at the outset of the evening, which included a bit about Hugo Chavez dying and featured such A-listers as Steve Martin, Tom Hanks and Chevy Chase. He then starred in an ad for Moet & Chandon, donned a giant tofu costume and, best of all, did NOT appear in a Californians skit. Did you tune in? What did you think of JT as host? He’s the best! He’s okay! Hated him! Bring back Kevin Hart! View Poll »
This just in: Justin Timberlake is a beloved Saturday Night Live host. The superstar – who hosted the sketch show last night and performed as its musical guest – carried SNL to its biggest ratings since Charles Barkley emceed in January 2012. And for good reason. Timberlake joined the exclusive five-time hosting club at the outset of the evening, which included a bit about Hugo Chavez dying and featured such A-listers as Steve Martin, Tom Hanks and Chevy Chase. He then starred in an ad for Moet & Chandon, donned a giant tofu costume and, best of all, did NOT appear in a Californians skit. Did you tune in? What did you think of JT as host? He’s the best! He’s okay! Hated him! Bring back Kevin Hart! View Poll »
Kristen Wiig got a musical sendoff on the season finale of Saturday Night Live. The popular cast member is leaving the show after seven years, and in her final skit, guest host Mick Jagger played the principal at a high school graduation and brought up Wiig, in cap and gown, as “one particular student who is leaving this summer.” The symbolism? Not subtle. The emotions? Running high. Kristen Wiig Saturday Night Live Farewell She danced in turn with Jagger, cast members and executive producer Lorne Michaels to the tune of the Rolling Stones classic “She’s a Rainbow.” The ensemble then sang sang another Stones hit, “Ruby Tuesday,” with its line, “still I’m gonna miss you.” Wiig appeared to be holding back tears. Wiig’s departure, while widely expected – her hit film Bridesmaids was just the start of a promising movie career – is still a tough blow for the show. Her limitless range on SNL brought us attention-seeker Penelope, Kat (half of the musical duo Garth and Kat), the Target woman and other oddballs. Real-life notables she played include Bjork, Kathie Lee Gifford, former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and most recently, Tanning Mom .
Fifty Shades of Grey, the popular trilogy by EL James , may be topping bestseller lists, but you won’t necessarily be able to find it at your local library. Libraries in a few states are choosing not to stock the books or pulling them from shelves, with many citing what they say is inappropriate content. The libraries that have decided against stocking the books due to their explicit sexual content so far are located in Georgia, Florida, and Wisconsin. Some libraries that are not stocking the book cite financial reasons or bad reviews for the trilogy. Yeah right. A Random House spokesperson said: “Random House fervently opposes literary censorship and supports the First Amendment rights of readers to make their own reading choices.” The book, in case you don’t know, is about a hot, rich guy and beautiful, young sex plaything/slave and their various, detailed physical exploits. Its movie rights were recently optioned, with fan speculation already reaching a fever pitch over who should play Christian and Anastasia . Sexually provocative or not, a book is still a book, Random House says. “We believe the Brevard County Public Library System [in Florida] is indulging in an act of censorship,” the spokesman says, calling out one library ban in particular. “Essentially this is saying to library patrons: we will judge what you can read.” “These events resonate as unfortunately considered decisions, as they withdraw from circulation a book with one of the highest demand curves in recent history.” THG’s TAKE : C’mon, just lighten up and give the people what they want … that being mind-numbingly cheesy, Twilight fan fiction-inspired softcore erotica.
Justin Bieber helped Andy Samberg and Jorma Taccone celebrate their 100th Digital Short this weekend on Saturday Night Live , but the teenager immediately regretted doing so after he learned just how the pair planned on touting the feat. “Tonight we are celebrating our 100th short,” Samberg sings in the following video. “Congratulations to us, truly a major milestone. Guess what we’re going to do? Tonight, we’re gonna suck our own c-ck.” Wait… what?!? Justin responds. Saturday Night Live Digital Short: 100th Celebration At various points, former Digital Short stars such as Natalie Portman, Michael Bolton and Jon Hamm also showed up. So did Justin Timberlake, who, of course, is responsible for the most memorable edition of all-time. In case you forgot, we have four words for you: D-ck in a Box . Host Will Ferrell joined in the festivities as well, concluding the video with: “I do endorse this song. My name is Will Ferrell and I’m sucking my own dong.”
We know he’s got moves, but does he have a sense of humor? Saturday Night Live fans will find out on May 19, as iconic musician Mick Jagger has been tapped to host the season finale of the legendary sketch show. He will also serve as its musical guest. Saturday Night Live will close out this season with a run of three consecutive shows, culminating in Jagger’s turn as emcee. This Saturday, Eli Manning will be at the helm, while Will Ferrell returns on May 12. Which host has you most excited?
Despite (nay, thanks largely to) its $12.76 budget, Steven Spielberg’s contribution to the ‘Laser Cats’ canon last night on SNL — featuring callouts to most of his major films and/or franchises — was arguably his most entertaining work since Catch Me If You Can . I liked it a lot more than War Horse , anyway. This is a man turning a creative corner! When he rolls the TV in and rocks the VHS tape? I pretty much die. Needs more Jaws , though.
Lindsay Lohan’s highly touted appearance on Saturday Night Live was met with mixed reviews, at best. But that didn’t stop her from earning big ratings for NBC. The 25-year-old actress, who has hosted the late night show four times, brought the program to #1 in it time slot, beating out all other shows on major networks. Additionally, Lindsay‘s episode is now counted as the second-most watched SNL of the season, with NBA legend Charles Barkley taking the top spot in 2011-12. A platinum blonde Lohan blew off the initial negative reviews and celebrated her heavily panned hosting gig at an after-party with the rest of the SNL cast. The star whose acting ability was called into question last night, stepped out in a trendy black and white ensemble and appeared oblivious to the criticism. In an effort to show support, Lindsay’s mother Dina Lohan joined in, as did SNL regular Kristen Wiig, producer Lorne Michaels and musical guest Jack White. While Lindsay hosting SNL was supposed to help her comeback, it was met with scathing press instead. She appeared nervous, stiff and reliant on cue cards. Many Twitter users were even more critical than the media. Wrote one: “This may be the first time Lindsay Lohan had trouble doing lines.” Ba-dum-ching. Lindsay on SNL: funny or fail?
We’re down to it now on American Idol : the final 13. With more live performances scheduled for this week and the votes entirely in the hands of viewers, we’re comparing various contestants to get an idea of who you think has the best chance to win. Phillip Phillips or Colton Dixon ? Jessica Sanchez or Hollie Cavanagh ? And now we present a matchup between two very different singers, Deandre Brackensick and Joshua Ledet. Compare their styles and their voices and choose who you think will go the farthest on season 11.
