Tag: Kenan Thompson

Kenan Thompson Represents Cristian Rivera Foundation on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire.”

Kenan Thompson Represents Cristian Rivera Foundation on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire.”

The season premiere of “Who Wants to be a Millionaire” will be live on ABC and streaming to Hulu on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, with Kenan Thompson proudly representing the Cristian Rivera Foundation (CRF), named after Cristian Rivera who passed away from Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma, also known as D.I.P.G., in 2009. Kenan also happens to […]

Mike Mo$es: Rising Contemporary Artist

Mike Mo$es: Rising Contemporary Artist

Mike Mo$es has been an artist since before he could walk. He recalled falling in love with art and making it his hobby when he was in third grade. In our interview, he said anything could inspire him to draw whether it was his favorite cartoon character or different styles of art he wanted to conquer, like the anime style.

Gio Urshela and Kenan Thompson Help the Cristian Rivera Foundation Kick-Off Brain Tumor Awareness Month by Honoring “Rock Star” Warrior, Maria Kuenster

Gio Urshela and Kenan Thompson Help the Cristian Rivera Foundation Kick-Off Brain Tumor Awareness Month by Honoring “Rock Star” Warrior, Maria Kuenster

To kick off Brain Tumor Awareness Month this May, the Cristian Rivera Foundation arranged for the “Rock Star” Warrior, Maria Kuenster to receive great seats at the Minnesota Twins game last weekend and to meet the CRF 2021 “Heroes Award” winner Gio Urshela. The next morning, they flew her to NYC where she also received special seats for a showing of Saturday Night Live from one of CRF’s most generous board members Kenan Thompson, who also greeted her after the show.

Kenan Thompson’s Simply C 360 Atlantic City Show Thurs 3/24

Kenan Thompson’s Simply C 360 Atlantic City Show Thurs 3/24

Comedian and SNL legend, Kenan Thompson returns this year with Kenan Thompson’s Ultimate Comedy Experience. On Thursday, March 24th, Kenan and his partner and executive producer, Cherie Chiles-Buchanan, will set the stage in Atlantic City with this epic, nationwide comedy showcase.

Kenan Thompson’s Milestone of 1500 Sketches on SNL

Kenan Thompson’s Milestone of 1500 Sketches on SNL

Kenan Thompson reached a milestone accomplishment of performing in 1500 sketches on Saturday Night Live on March 5. The veteran comedian, who has been a part of the SNL cast since 2003, performed his 1500th skit, “Home Repair Show” before receiving a backstage celebration from cast and crewmates, applauding the star for his amazing accomplishment.

Kenan Season 2: What to Expect

Kenan Season 2: What to Expect

Tonight is the premiere of the second season of Kenan, staring Kenan Thompson, on NBC. If you tuned into the last season, you will see some familiar faces, as well as some new.
Two of the actors that will be returning are Chris Redd, who will be returning as Gary, and Don Johnson is also returning as Rick. One new cast member that we know of so far is Hayley Marie Norman, who will be playing the character Janay, there to shake up the lives of Kenan and Gary.

Kenan Thompson Nominated for Two Emmy Awards

Kenan Thompson Nominated for Two Emmy Awards

It has been a truly remarkable year for actor and comedian Kenan Thompson. He just came off of his eighteenth year on ‘Saturday Night Live,’ his new sitcom ‘Kenan’ premiered on NBC with a stellar first season, and he is being honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as a part of the Class of 2022. Now, adding on to all of those other accomplishments, Thompson has been nominated for two Emmy Awards!

Bring the Funny

Bring the Funny

  NYCTastemakers’ TV Show of the Month Have you watched television lately? Scandals, Violence, Political Finger Pointing.  Our country is divided. There’s no lack of drama and a monumental void of levity. I’ve found an outlet, a way to distract myself from the “noise” that surrounds us on a daily basis.  Every Tuesday I tune […]

Kenan Thompson Out on the Town!

Kenan Thompson Out on the Town!

  On Saturday night, Kenan Thompson, star of Saturday Night Live and member of Cristian Rivera Foundation Committee, was spotted again at Bronx’s Latin Restaurant and Lounge, Babalu. Celebrity chef, Alex Garcia greeted the actor with some of his signature Latin dishes. Kenan Thompson is a returning customer, so for those of you who missed […]

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