Comedy star, actress, author, and cultural powerhouse Tiffany Haddish continues to redefine what representation and confidence look like in entertainment, gracing the cover of the iconic Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in a moment that blends humor, empowerment, and unapologetic authenticity.
For decades, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition has served as a cultural barometer — spotlighting evolving standards of beauty, celebrity influence, and self-expression. Haddish’s appearance signals another major shift: the celebration of personality, resilience, and individuality alongside glamour.
Known for her fearless comedy and infectious energy, Haddish brings something refreshingly different to the legendary issue. Rather than presenting a traditional model persona, she arrives as herself — joyful, confident, and fully aware of the journey that brought her to this moment. The cover represents more than aesthetics; it represents survival, reinvention, and owning one’s narrative.
Haddish has never fit into a single industry box. Rising from stand-up comedy stages to blockbuster films, bestselling books, and global recognition, she has built a career rooted in transparency and relatability. Her presence on the Swimsuit cover expands the definition of who gets to be celebrated in spaces historically reserved for fashion models and athletes.
In interviews surrounding the shoot, Haddish emphasized self-love and personal growth, themes that have become central to her public identity. Fans have watched her transform adversity into opportunity, laughter into healing, and vulnerability into strength — qualities that resonate far beyond comedy.
The imagery captures Haddish’s signature charisma: playful, confident, and commanding attention without abandoning the humor that made audiences fall in love with her in the first place. It’s a reminder that beauty isn’t just visual; it’s attitude, presence, and authenticity.
Her cover arrives during a period when entertainment and media are increasingly embracing multidimensional storytelling. Haddish represents a generation of performers who refuse to separate comedy from empowerment or glamour from personality. She stands comfortably at the intersection of entertainer, cultural figure, and inspiration.
For the comedy world, the moment carries additional significance. Seeing a comedian headline one of pop culture’s most recognizable publications underscores comedy’s growing influence across fashion, lifestyle, and mainstream media. Haddish isn’t just appearing on a cover — she’s expanding what visibility looks like for comedians, especially Black women who have historically fought for recognition beyond laughter.
Ultimately, Tiffany Haddish’s Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover is less about posing and more about presence. It celebrates confidence earned through experience and success achieved on one’s own terms.
And in true Tiffany Haddish fashion, she proves once again that joy, humor, and self-belief never go out of style.
In this episode of Box Seats, we discuss the unexpected passing of Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke. We talk about his passing and the effects it will have on his team moving forward.
Plus, we talk about the NBA Playoffs and the future of the Los Angeles Lakers after being swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder.
All of that plus the hottest topics in sports!
This episode features comedians Howie Bell, Damien Jones, Maurice Smith, and more!
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Sinqua Walls is the latest actor to join Man of Tomorrow, the Superman sequel filming in Atlanta. His character details are being kept in a lead-lined safe.
DC Studios had no comment on his casting.
Walls came up on the 2000s TV classic Friday Night Lights and recently starred in the Peacock limited series Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist, along with Kevin Hart, Samuel L. Jackson, Taraji P. Henson, and Don Cheadle.
On the film side, he led the Hulu remake of White Men Can’t Jump, opposite Jack Harlow, and appeared in the Netflix hit Carry-On as the best friend to Taron Egerton’s TSA agent, as well as horror comedy The Blackening. In 2022, he starred opposite Brian Cox as a veteran in the drama feature Mending the Line.
Man of Tomorrow is writer-director James Gunn’s follow-up to last year’s Superman. David Corenswet returns as Superman, while Nicholas Hoult is back as Lex Luthor, with the enemies teaming up to take on the threat of Brainiac (Lars Eidinger).
Adria Arjona is joining the franchise, while Lanterns star Aaron Pierre is on the call sheet, along with Rachel Brosnahan (Lois Lane), Skyler Gisondo (Jimmy Olsen), Sara Sampaio (Eve Teschmacher), Isabela Merced (Hawkgirl), Nathan Fillion (Guy Gardner), and Edi Gathegi (Mister Terrific).
The film has a release date of July 9, 2027, and follows 2026 DC titles Supergirl and Clayface, as well as the TV series Lanterns, due out later this year.
Walls is repped by WME, Nava Artists and Jackoway Austen.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
BET today announced the greenlight of Manny Halley Productions’ LOT PATROL, a new original comedy series. The series offers a laugh-out-loud look at Hollywood from a perspective the industry rarely lets you see.
A mismatched squad of eccentric security guards patrols the chaotic backlot of a major Hollywood studio, where they wrangle unhinged actors, rogue crew members, and their own wildly dysfunctional personal lives. Shot in a sharp-witted mockumentary style, LOT PATROL blends absurd encounters, razor-sharp urban humor, and unexpectedly heartfelt moments, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the industry through the eyes of those barely holding it together.
“LOT PATROL shines a light on the people behind the scenes who keep Hollywood running, told with humor, heart, and a bit of chaos,” said Halley. “It’s a fresh, culturally rooted take on the industry, and we’re excited to partner with BET to bring this story to life.”
LOT PATROL stars DeRay Davis (21 Jump Street, Semi-Pro), Carl Anthony Payne, (Martin, House Party), Tamera Kissen (White Men Can’t Jump, House Party), Darius McCrary (Family Matters, Transformers), and Skeet Carter, TK Kirkland, Alex Thomas, Nick Nervies, Dawn Raven, Iyana Halley, and G Thang. Erik White directs, with Ernest L. Dancy and Manny Halley serving as chief writers.
Together, they bring to life a comedy series rooted in BET’s pillars of community, culture, and connection, finding all three in the most unlikely crew: underpaid dreamers, washed-up has-beens, and borderline con artists just trying to hold it together on the world’s most chaotic lot.
In comedy, the roast is more than jokes — it’s a rite of passage. And when Kevin Hart stepped into the hot seat for his latest celebrity roast, the night became a reminder of how far he has come and how comedy continues to evolve around him.
The evening brought together an all-star lineup of entertainers, including Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Teyana Taylor, and a room filled with comics, collaborators, and friends ready to do what comedians do best: show love through laughter.
From the opening moments, nothing was off limits. Hart’s height once again became comedic currency, his blockbuster film catalog drew playful criticism, and his transformation from Philadelphia stand-up comic to global entertainment powerhouse provided endless material. But beneath the punchlines was a deeper acknowledgment — Kevin Hart is no longer just a comedian being roasted; he’s an institution being celebrated.
What made the night stand out wasn’t just the jokes. It was the moment Hart addressed his long-discussed tension with fellow comedian Katt Williams. Rather than escalating old narratives, Hart leaned into humor and maturity, signaling that comedy — at its best — has room for growth, reconciliation, and forward movement. The gesture felt less like a headline and more like a cultural reset within the comedy community.
Roasts have historically served as comedy’s version of a coronation. Legends endure the jokes because the jokes confirm status. Hart’s willingness to laugh at himself reflected a confidence earned through decades of work, criticism, reinvention, and undeniable success across stand-up, film, television, and entrepreneurship.
Throughout the night, celebrity roasters balanced sharp humor with genuine admiration, highlighting Hart’s relentless work ethic and his role in redefining what modern comedians can achieve beyond the stage. The laughter was loud, but so was the respect.
At its core, the roast reinforced a truth long understood inside comedy circles: comedians tease the ones who changed the game.
For Kevin Hart, the evening wasn’t just about punchlines. It was about legacy — and proof that even at the top, the best comedians still know how to take a joke.
Will Forte and Tiffany Haddish have officially joined Eric André in the upcoming action-comedy Synergy Systems, expanding the ensemble cast for the high-energy project currently in development.
The film centers on a chaotic corporate world turned upside down when an experimental technology company becomes entangled in a dangerous conspiracy. André leads the story as an unlikely hero forced into action, blending absurd humor with large-scale action elements.
Forte, known for his offbeat comedic performances, and Haddish, whose comedic presence continues to resonate across film and television, are expected to bring distinct comedic styles that complement André’s unpredictable on-screen energy. Together, the trio signals a comedy driven by character chemistry, sharp satire, and fast-paced storytelling.
Synergy Systems aims to combine workplace comedy with action spectacle, leaning into themes of corporate culture, innovation gone wrong, and reluctant heroes navigating extraordinary circumstances.
The project continues the industry trend of pairing bold comedic voices with genre filmmaking, creating films designed to appeal to both comedy audiences and action fans alike. Additional casting details and production updates are expected as the film moves closer to production.
King Bach’s Stand Up Comedy Special: Like, Share, and Comment will premiere on YouTube on June 18th.
Filmed at the San Jose Improv in San Jose, California, this one-hour comedy special showcases King Bach’s unique perspective on relationships and social media popularity. Known by millions online, King Bach delivers his full stand-up voice in a comedy special packed with wild observations, personal stories, and unfiltered takes on modern culture.
Directed by Jo Koy, one of today’s top world-touring comedians. Written and performed by King Bach, who executive produces alongside Jo Koy (JK Entertainment), Michelle Caputo, and Shannon Hartman (Art and Industry).
“After 16 years of doing standup, this special isn’t just me telling jokes it’s me finally letting people see the version of King Bach they haven’t met yet. The internet knows the sketches, the movies, but on that stage, it’s just me, my truth, my life, and the funniest pain I’ve ever survived. I can’t wait for people to watch it, laugh, and say, ‘Oh, I never knew!”
Jo Koy Quote: I’ve seen Bach grow into the hilarious comic he is today, and now you all get to witness it too – with a special directed by me!
King Bach is a comedian, actor, and one of the most influential content creators on the Internet with over 70 million combined social media followers.
After quickly rising to fame on Vine and gaining exposure through MTV’s hit series Wild N Out, Bach went on to star in hit films and shows such as HOLIDATE, GREENLAND, THE BABYSITTER, MEET THE BLACKS, Paramount Plus’s HATE THE PLAYER: THE BEN JOHNSON STORY, and Netflix’s SNEAKERHEADS. Upcoming, he can be seen in VIOLENT NIGHT 2, GOODBYE GIRL, and ROADHOUSE 2.
Aside from entertaining through film, television, and social media, Bach started debuting his hilarious style of stand-up comedy in 2010. In 2018, he headlined his first cross-country stand-up tour and followed it with the Laugh Now Laugh Later Tour in 2022 and the Truth or Dare Tour in 2024. Named one of the Top Influencers by Forbes and Time Magazine with multiple awards for his comedy, Bach has captured audiences all over the world and continues to be a rising star in the entertainment industry.
“I have sat across the table from some of the world’s most intractable leaders and wrestled with some of the globe’s most intractable problems. Nothing has prepared me for working with Larry David.” Those words from Barack Obama at the beginning of a new teaser for Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, HBO‘s seven-episode limited series, featuring David, and executive produced by Barack and Michelle Obama.
HBO also released a couple first-look images of David and Barack Obama, which you can see below.
Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness features comedy sketches about different moments in history. Each episode will feature four different sketches.
Per the logline, President and Mrs. Obama wanted to honor America’s 250th anniversary and celebrate the unique history of our nation on this special occasion. …But then Larry David called.
As we previously reported, in addition to David, the series will also feature the likes of Bill Hader, Kathryn Hahn, Jon Hamm, and Sean Hayes, as well as Obama himself appearing in one sketch. Other Curb stars such as Susie Essman and Vince Vaughan are also expected to appear.
The half-hour limited series is written by David and Jeff Schaffer, who also directs. It is produced by Obama’s Higher Ground with David, Schaffer, Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Vinnie Malhotra, and Ethan Lewis exec producing.
Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness premieres Friday, June 26, at 9 pm on HBO and streaming on HBO Max. New episodes will debut weekly leading up to the season finale on August 7.
Check out the teaser above.
Check out the teaser above.
34-year-old Detroit-born comic Ron Taylor has been declared the winner of Funny AF with Kevin Hart, Netflix‘s comedy competition series which wrapped its first season last week.
Taylor prevailed over comics including Caitlin Peluffo, Usama Siddiquee, and Reg Thomas.
Hart said of the accomplishment, “Ron is such an amazing talent, he has a strong voice and I love his energy. He is poised, polished, and now positioned to be a face that we will be seeing for quite some time. This competition was everything it was supposed to be plus more. The four finalists were all amazing – they did not disappoint. I am blown away at Ron’s win and we are all in full celebration mode.”
Taylor was crowned winner of Funny AF during a taping on Tuesday night, for an episode that aired live. As winner, he’ll now get his very own Netflix special, which he’s said he would title Elevate.
Hailing from Hartbeat and Alfred Street Industries, Funny AF was created by Hart with the goal of finding the next great voice in comedy with the guts, perspective, and punchlines to become the next household name. Over the course of the series, Hart was joined by a roster of comedy heavyweights in evaluating comics from across the country. This included Keegan-Michael Key, Tom Segura, Kumail Nanjiani, Chelsea Handler, Nikki Glaser, and Chris Rock.
New episodes of Funny AF were released over the course of three weeks, culminating with the semi-final and finale airing live, during which viewers around the world were able to vote in real time for their favorite comic.
Bill Dixon, Liz Cook, San Heng, Jason Raff served as showrunners of Funny AF, whose exec producers included Hart; Jane Lipsitz, Dan Cutforth, Nan Strait and Dan Volpe (for Alfred Street Industries); Luke Kelly-Clyne, Meghan Hoffman and Jeff Clanagan (for Hartbeat), and Jenny Groom.
Prior to Funny AF, Taylor had already been made a paid regular at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles and been selected by Bill Burr for the Comedy Central showcase The Ringers. He is repped by Ethan Stern at Underscore Talent and Innovative Artists Entertainment.
Source: Deadline
Kevin Hart is continuing to expand his footprint in action-comedy, teaming up with director McG for a new high-concept film currently in development at Netflix.
The project brings together Hart’s signature comedic energy with McG’s experience delivering large-scale, visually driven entertainment. While specific plot details remain under wraps, the film is described as an action-packed comedy centered on an unlikely hero thrust into an extraordinary situation filled with danger, humor, and high-stakes adventure.
Hart will star in and produce the film through his HartBeat production company, further strengthening his ongoing partnership with Netflix. The collaboration reflects Hart’s strategic move toward blending comedy with blockbuster-style storytelling, a lane he has increasingly embraced in recent years.
McG, known for directing stylized action features and fast-paced studio productions, is expected to bring a cinematic scope to the project, combining explosive set pieces with character-driven humor. The pairing signals Netflix’s continued investment in star-led global entertainment designed to appeal to broad international audiences.
The streaming giant has found consistent success with Hart projects, and this new film aims to build on that momentum by delivering a comedy that functions equally as an action spectacle.
Production timelines and additional casting announcements are expected to follow as development progresses.