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Comedians and comedy

Comedians and comedy
From Jerry Seinfeld to Stephen Chow, Ali Wong to Rick & Morty, SCMP reveals the latest news about the people, shows and films who make us laugh.
Yeung Wai-lun (left) and Chung Suet-ying in a still from We Are Born Good (category IIB, Cantonese), directed by Yeung Leung-chuen. Kearen Pang co-stars.
Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Review | We Are Born Good: Chung Suet-ying, Yeung Wai-lun spark a Beef-like rivalry

A petty argument between two strangers spirals into a life-altering feud in this playful film that poses fascinating philosophical questions.

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Performing arts in Hong Kong

‘It’s hard emotionally’: pro-Palestinian comedian Sammy Obeid won’t stay silent

Performing arts in Hong Kong

Stand-up comedian Jordan Leung on moving to the US and Hong Kong show backlash

Get to Know

Meet Nathan Fielder, who co-directed the hit documentary You Can See Everything

The Canadian filmmaker, who was in an improv group with Seth Rogen while in secondary school, once hosted his own show on Comedy Central.

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Nathan Fielder documents the 34 days leading up to Elizabeth Holmes’ imprisonment in You Can See Everything. Photos: A24/TNS; AP Photo
Get to Know

Who is Grace Brassel? Meet Shane Gillis’ ex speaking out over his sexist SNL jokes

Several celebrities, including Schitt’s Creek’s Dan Levy, have criticised Gillis’ monologue about women’s gym attire, with his influencer ex-girlfriend also chiming in.

Fame and celebrity

Who is Olivia O’Brien? Singer slams Pete Davidson over their brief relationship

Davidson is known to have dated a long list of celebs, including Margaret Qualley, Kaia Gerber, Emily Ratajkowski, Ariana Grande, Kim Kardashian and Phoebe Dynevor.

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Fame and celebrity

Jim Carrey is married – who is his actress-artist wife, Min Ah?

Carrey – who has been married twice before, and dated Renée Zellweger and Jenny McCarthy – has reportedly tied the knot in a private ceremony in Los Angeles.

Jim Carrey holding hands with his partner, Min Ah. Photo: @JimCarreyOnline/X
Asian cinema: Chinese films

Review | Oh My Ghost! Oh My God!: Naomi Watanabe gets lost in dismal horror comedy

Naomi Watanabe reunites with Soda Voyu, Esther Huang and Sakinu for this arduous folk horror story set in the mountains of Taiwan.

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Fame and celebrity

Meet Woody Harrelson’s wife, Laura Louie, who joined him at the Brothers premiere

The couple, who first met during a taping of Harrelson’s hit sitcom Cheers, enjoyed a double date with Matthew McConaughey and his wife Camila Alves at the 2026 US Open.

Fame and celebrity

Meet Eddie Murphy’s son Myles, who inherited his father’s comedic talent

The rising stand-up comedian, who recently performed a set in New York, is the second child of the Saturday Night Live alum and his ex-wife Nicole Mitchell Murphy.

Myles Murphy (left), son of American comedy icon Eddie Murphy, has been performing stand-up for less than a year. Photo: @carly.olivia/Instagram
Get to Know

Meet Ziwe, the YouTube talk show host putting celebrities in the hot seat

Her satirical interviews have gone viral and her blunt questions – like whether Zendaya will ever wear Saint Laurent – keep fans thoroughly entertained.

Comedian and talk show host Ziwe is known for her blunt and satirical interview style. Photo: @ziwe/Instagram
Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

How Curry and Pepper showed Stephen Chow’s comedy genius before superstardom hit

The 1990 buddy cop film was released less than three months before All for the Winner turned Stephen Chow into a superstar in Hong Kong.

Get to Know

All about Sarah Jane Nader, who was spotted on a date with Pete Davidson

The model and gay rights advocate had a night out in Brooklyn with the SNL alumnus, but why is Brooks “confused” about her sister’s love life?

Chinese overseas

Rolling in the aisles: Jenny Yang tours US grocery stores with comedy show

The ‘Good Egg Immigrant Grocery Store Stand-up Comedy Tour’ is Yang’s way of giving back to beleaguered immigrant communities in the US.

Jenny Yang juggles lemons in the produce section of the Jerusalem International Market in Phoenix, Arizona, prior to a holding a show there as part of “The Good Egg Immigrant Grocery Store Stand Up Comedy Tour”, on July 31, 2026. Photo: AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin
Obituaries

Bill Oddie, wildlife champion and Goodies star, dies at 85

The British comic actor built a beloved second career as a bird expert, conservationist and nature presenter.

Bill Oddie with a Peregrine falcon in 2004. Photo: PA via AP
Fame and celebrity

Meet D’Arcy Carden, who plays Brooke in The Five-Star Weekend

The Emmy-nominated breakout star of The Good Place, starring Kristen Bell, was a nanny for comedian Bill Hader’s kids before her big break.

Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Review | Kung Fu Soccer: Stephen Chow loses his touch with Shaolin Soccer spin-off

Dilraba Dilmurat and Zhang Xiaofei lead a team of female football martial artists in Chow’s film that falls far short of its 2001 predecessor.

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Fame and celebrity

Meet Elliot Page’s comedian girlfriend of Hong Kong descent, Julia Shiplett

The Umbrella Academy star hard-launched his relationship with Shiplett last year; the pair later made a glamorous red-carpet debut at Milan Fashion Week.

Julia Shiplett and Elliot Page at a Gucci event in September 2025. Photo: @juliashiplett/Instagram
Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Review | Unidentified Murder: twisty Hong Kong comedy shows admirable ambition

This award-winning comedy about an online prank that ends in a murder is a quirky story underpinned by the performances of its lead actors.

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American cinema

How Jim Carrey took a dark turn for 1996 stalker comedy The Cable Guy

Carrey’s turn as Matthew Broderick’s pop-culture-obsessed tormentor left viewers confused in 1996. But 30 years on, it seems oddly prescient.

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Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

How Pang Ho-cheung’s early black comedies disrupted Hong Kong cinema

The writer-director’s You Shoot, I Shoot (2001) and Men Suddenly in Black (2003) injected a dose of dark satire into a waning local industry.

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Eric Kot (left) and Cheung Tat-ming in a still from You Shoot, I Shoot, Pang Ho-cheung’s 2001 directorial debut.
Fame and celebrity

Meet Ashley Padilla, the SNL breakout star in upcoming romcom The Catch

She worked as a waitress and as Diane Keaton’s assistant, and was on the verge of giving up comedy – then her sketch made it to the Netflix Is a Joke festival.

Ashley Padilla will star in romcom The Catch, to be released in 2027. Photo: @ash.padilla/Instagram
Timepieces

May’s hottest watch moments and major new releases

An unlikely pocket watch tie-up went viral, Kevin Hart dazzled with luxury watches at his Netflix roast, and Omega released a James Bond special.

Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

How Sharla Cheung excelled next to Stephen Chow in 1990s Hong Kong cinema

Sharla Cheung Man’s cool glamour and movie-star looks were a feature of 1990s Hong Kong cinema. Here are some of her best films.

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Anne Hathaway

Meet Anne Hathaway’s The Devil Wears Prada 2 press tour stylist, Erin Walsh

The actress has been rocking designer fits on the press tour with Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt – and her stylist once worked at Vogue.

Stylist Erin Walsh was joined at her book launch by The Devil Wears Prada 2 star Anne Hathaway. Photo: @erinwalshstyle/Instagram
Fame and celebrity

Meet Matt Friend, whose comedy charms stars, presidents – and King Charles

Friend, whose CNN comedy special aired ahead of the White House correspondents’ dinner, is gaining acclaim for his celebrity impressions.

Comedian Matt Friend’s CNN comedy special, America Laughs With Matt Friend, aired ahead of the White House correspondents’ dinner weekend. Photo: @themattfriend/Instagram
TV shows and streaming video

Meet Ken Kirby, who plays Dr John Shen in HBO Max medical drama The Pitt

The Canadian actor – who grew up between Vancouver, Hong Kong and Shanghai – has TV credits including Dynasty, The Gifted and Good Trouble.

Fame and celebrity

Meet queer comedian Robby Hoffman, who plays Randi on Hacks

Hoffman grew up in a Hasidic Jewish household and almost became an accountant – she’s also currently starring in HBO’s Steve Carell-led Rooster.

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