Cecily Strong Contemplates Her Future on 'Saturday Night Live' : 'Things Are a Bit More Up in the Air'

Photo: Will Heath/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Cecily Strongis unsure about her future atSaturday Night Liveafter nine seasons on the iconic sketch comedy series. During a recent interview withEntertainment Tonight,the 37-year-old comedian discussed the season 46 finale earlier this month, during which she and her other longtimeSNLstars,Aidy Bryant,Kate McKinnonandKenan Thompson, delivered anemotional cold openalongside their fellow cast members. “Things are a bit more up in the air and I’m okay with that,” continued Strong....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 354 words · Nichole Schaefer

Cecily Strong Defends Abortion Rights as Goober the Clown in 'Weekend Update' Segment on 'SNL'

Cecily Strongwasn’t clowning around when addressing the stigma surrounding abortion on the latest episode ofSaturday Night Live. During theWeekend Updatesegment, the 37-year-old comedian appeared as Goober the Clown, who had a “clown abortion” the day before her 23rd birthday. Saturday’s sketch comes after the Supreme Court heard arguments this week regarding the Texas abortion law thatbans the procedurefrom being performed after roughly six weeks of pregnancy. “I really don’t [want to talk about this],” said Strong’s character, “but people keep bringing it up, so I gotta talk about freaking abortion!...

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 431 words · Julie Phillips

Cecily Strong Says It's 'Hard to Watch' 'Saturday Night Live' After Exit: 'Gotta Keep My Distance'

Photo: Jared Siskin/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images Cecily Stronghas a soft spot for her past atSaturday Night Live. Speaking withAndy CohenonWatch What Happens Liveabout series alumMolly Shannon’s recent return as host, Strong admitted her recent exit makes it hard for her to become a constant viewer. “What did you think about Molly Shannon hostingSNLlast weekend and has there been any talks of you coming in and hosting as well?” Cohen, 54, asked....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 317 words · Laura Williams

Cecily Strong Shows Off Her Whimsical Country Home and Modern New York City Apartment — See Inside!

Photo: Kylie Fitts/HavenlyCecily Strongis living the best of both worlds!TheSaturday Night Livestar, 38, teamed up with online interior design platformHavenlyto curate the perfect style for her New York City apartment and her Upstate New York country home.Strong says her interior design style is simply “Aquarius, but that’s sort of a tongue-in-cheek answer.” In all seriousness, the comedian tells PEOPLE that while she loves a modern look, she also gravitates towards bright colors and whimsical pieces....

March 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1162 words · Lee Eaton

Cedric McMillan, Veteran and Former Bodybuilding Champion, Dead at 44: He Was 'Larger Than Life'

Photo: Frank Jansky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Cedric McMillan, a bodybuilding champion and winner of the 2017 Arnold Classic, died Tuesday at age 44. “We regret to inform you that our friend and brother @cedricmcmillan passed away today,” the company said in astatement. “Cedric will be greatly missed as an athlete, comrade, friend, and father. Our prayers are with all his family and friends. He ‘fought the good fight’ and now he rests,” the company added....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 328 words · Mary Newton

Cedric the Entertainer Calls Pfizer the 'Neiman Marcus of Vaccines' at the Emmys

After a star-studded sing-along to Biz Markie’s “Just a Friend,” 2021 Emmys, host Cedric the Entertainer delivered a laugh-out-loud monologue touching on everything from the night’s nominees to recent news about the COVID-19 vaccines. Watch the highlights! source: people.com

March 16, 2025 · 1 min · 39 words · Sabrina Swanson

Cedric the Entertainer Jokes He's 'the Tom Brady of This Joint' As He Preps to Host the Emmys

Cedric the Entertaineris pumped to host the2021 Emmy Awards. “It’s an honor to be the guy that’s in charge — you know, running the post … I’m theTom Bradyof this joint,” he quips. ThoughThe Neighborhoodactor can’t get into specifics of the show, joking to Parsons that those involved “have to sign an NDA,” he does tease a “big dance number with a lot of celebrities” and his signature comedy for television’s biggest night....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 424 words · Nichole Taylor

Cedric the Entertainer Pays Homage to Biz Markie with Emmys 2021 Opening Performance

Cedric the Entertainerhas made his debut as host of the 73rd PrimetimeEmmy Awards. CBS Cedric continued, “Now some of ya’ll thought this celebration would be more subdued, kind of like an Emmys light, but, that’s not the way this host treats his best friend.” Rich Fury/Getty Images RappersLL Cool JandLil Dickyand actress-singerRita Wilsonjoined in as well. They got the whole audience of celebrities involved, too, with Anthony Anderson, Mandy Moore, Billy Porter, Mj Rodriguez and Tracee Ellis Ross, among the stars standing in their seats to sing along....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 523 words · Andrew Mitchell

Cedric the Entertainer Reveals the Biggest Change on Set Since Tiffany Haddish's Meteoric Rise

The Last O.G.star opens up about how Haddish’s success has impacted the show’s glam squad the most. PEOPLE Nowairs live, Monday through Friday, from the Meredith offices in New York City. source: people.com

March 16, 2025 · 1 min · 33 words · Candace Davis

Cedric the Entertainer Shows Off the Special Gift George Lopez Sent Him After His Walk of Fame Ceremony

PLUS: How he’s celebrating 20 years with his wife Lorna. PEOPLE Nowairs live, Monday through Friday, from the Meredith offices in New York City. source: people.com

March 16, 2025 · 1 min · 26 words · Ryan Rogers

Cedric the Entertainer to Host 2021 Emmy Awards in Front of Live Audience: 'An Enormous Honor'

Photo: John Lamparski/Getty Cedric the Entertaineris set to host television’s biggest night. On Monday, the Television Academy announced thatThe Neighborhoodstar, 57, will emcee the2021 Emmy Awards— marking his first time hosting the awards show. “Since I was a little boy huddled up next to my grandmother, television has always been my reliable friend, so it is an enormous honor for me to host this year’sEmmy Awards,” he said in a statement....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 276 words · Julie Moore

Cedric Yarbrough Reveals Secrets From His Visit to the 'Wheel of Fortune' Set

PLUS: The former Disneyland performer gives his tips forWill Smithas he takes on The Genie inAladdin. PEOPLE Nowairs live, Monday through Friday, from the Meredith offices in New York City. source: people.com

March 16, 2025 · 1 min · 32 words · Jennifer Hayden

Cedric ‘Beastie’ Jones,EmancipationActor and Boxer, Dead at 46

Cedric Jones.Photo:Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Cedric ‘Beastie’ Jones, who starred in the movieEmancipationand was a boxer, has died. He was 46. “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing ofBeastie Boxing GymFounder, Cedric ‘Beastie’ Jones,” his company said in a statement published onInstagram. Cedric Jones.Cedric Jones/Instagram Cedric Jones/Instagram “Cedric was a loving father, devoted husband, caring son, brother, community leader, and incredible friend who inspired others," the statement continued....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 427 words · Mary Butler