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Ladies Night: Black Women Who Deserve Their Own Late Night Talk Shows
In our endlessly crazy political climate, Keke Palmer, Robin Thede and Tracee Ellis Ross are some of the funny ladies we’d like to see on late night TV.
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5 Reasons Roy Wood Jr. is the Perfect Host for The Root 100
The comedian and former correspondent for The Daily Show hosts our celebration of Black excellence at the legendary Apollo Theater.
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Comedian Roy Wood Jr. Speaks Out Following Exit From The Daily Show
The longtime correspondent's decision not to return for the new season was met with shock amongst fans early Thursday morning.
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Ouch! Roy Wood Jr. Came For Everybody During White House Correspondents’ Dinner Debut
The comedian made fun of everyone from Clarence Thomas to Don Lemon at the annual event.
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The Daily Show’s Guest Host Selections Don’t Leave Room for a Breakout Star to Emerge
On Tuesday, Leslie Jones began the late-night talk show’s search for Trevor Noah’s successor.
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Dave Chappelle Attacker Sentenced to 270 Days in Jail After Pleading No Contest
Lee previously faced charges of misdemeanor battery, misdemeanor possession of a deadly weapon with intent to assault and two violations.
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14 Badass Black People in Media You Should Know
Along with our Root 100 honorees, these African Americans are changing the media landscape one step at a time.
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‘I Want to Leave Before I’m Burnt Out’: Trevor Noah Opens Up About His Decision to Leave The Daily Show
The South African comedian made the surprising announcement of his departure back in September.
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Dave Chappelle’s Saturday Night Live Monologue Draws Disdain From Anti-Defamation League; Jon Stewart, Jerry Seinfeld Respond [UPDATED]
Chappelle tackled recent newsmakers Kanye West, Kyrie Irving, Herschel Walker and more in his opener.