John Oliver
Latest News on John Oliver:
SEE IT LIVE SUMMER To Feature 100+ Shows Across NYC (Jun 1, 2026)
Video: Megan Hilty, James Monroe Iglehart Sing JG Wentworth Parody on JOHN OLIVER (May 18, 2026)
Bernadette Peters, Ben Platt, and More Will Perform on THE LATE SHOW Next Week (May 8, 2026)
SEE IT LIVE SUMMER To Feature 100+ Shows Across NYC (Jun 1, 2026)
Video: Megan Hilty, James Monroe Iglehart Sing JG Wentworth Parody on JOHN OLIVER (May 18, 2026)
Bernadette Peters, Ben Platt, and More Will Perform on THE LATE SHOW Next Week (May 8, 2026)
BIO
Oliver started his career as a stand-up comedian, both in the United Kingdom and United States. He came to wider attention for his work on THE DAILY SHOW WITH Jon Stewart as its senior British correspondent from 2006 to 2013. Oliver won three Primetime Emmy Awards for his work as a writer on THE DAILY SHOW and was its guest host for an eight-week period in 2013. In addition to The Daily Show, Oliver co-hosted the satirical comedy podcast The Bugle(2007-2015) with Andy Zaltzman, with whom Oliver had previously co-hosted the radio series Political Animal, and hosted John Oliver's New York Stand-Up Show on Comedy Central from 2010 to 2013. He has also acted on television, most notably in a recurring role as Ian Duncan on the NBC sitcom Community.
Since 2014, Oliver has been the host of the HBO series Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. For his work on Last Week Tonight, Oliver has won six Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award and was included in the 2015 Time 100.
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Video: Megan Hilty, James Monroe Iglehart Sing JG Wentworth Parody on JOHN OLIVER
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-18 12:41:17
Video: Derek Klena Sings 'Shut Up and Dance' With the Savannah Bananas
by Michael Major - 2026-03-04 11:06:12
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda and More Perform to Cheer Up Stephen Colbert Following THE LATE SHOW Cancellation
by Stephi Wild - 2025-07-22 07:05:19
Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-02-01 12:00:20
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for WHITMER THOMAS: THE GOLDEN ONE on HBO!
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-01-21 21:12:06
VIDEO: Broadway Inspirational Voices Releases Video of 'The Room Where It Happens' from HAMILTON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-01-03 12:50:47
VIDEO: John Oliver Sings to Coal CEO Robert Murray in Epic Musical Number
by Stephi Wild - 2019-11-11 08:44:40
VIDEO: THE LION KING Stars Beyonce & Donald Glover Debut 'Can You Feel The Love Tonight?' In New Teaser
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-06-20 22:32:04
VIDEO: Broadway Inspirational Voices Performs 'Seize the Day' From NEWSIES
by Stephi Wild - 2019-04-01 08:08:22
VIDEO: The Early Night Show With Joshua Turchin Releases “Seasons Of Love” Cover
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-02-15 17:05:55
VIDEO: Meghan Trainor, John Oliver, Shaq Sing 'Since U Been Gone' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-01-08 08:38:55
VIDEO: Bryan Cranston, Laura Linney, and More Star in Spoof Christmas Film Trailer Created By Kids and Stephen Colbert
by Stephi Wild - 2018-12-15 17:25:36
VIDEO: Watch the First Teaser Trailer for the Live-Action THE LION KING - Coming in 2019!
by Robert Diamond - 2018-11-22 18:52:19
VIDEO: Broadway Inspirational Voices Shares Their Take on THE BAND'S VISIT Anthem 'Answer Me'
by Julie Musbach - 2018-10-01 11:10:14
VIDEO: HBO Shares Trailer & Key Art for LAST WEEK TONIGHT Season 5
by Caryn Robbins - 2018-01-22 12:27:31
VIDEO: Who Will Have to Wait to Be King? Saturday Night Live Shares Screen Tests of THE LION KING Hopefuls
by Julie Musbach - 2017-11-12 10:12:06
VIDEO: Broadway Inspirational Voices Continues 'Broadway Our Way' Series with 'Defying Gravity' from WICKED
by BWW News Desk - 2017-06-01 13:49:42
VIDEO: Broadway Inspirational Voices Presents WAITRESS Hit 'Everything Changes' Featuring Intro From Sara Bareilles
by Julie Musbach - 2017-05-06 09:41:44
VIDEO: Broadway Inspirational Voices Continues 'Broadway Our Way' Series with 'Luck Be a Lady' from GUYS AND DOLLS
by BWW News Desk - 2017-04-10 11:59:57
News
SEE IT LIVE SUMMER To Feature 100+ Shows Across NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
MSG Entertainment announced its 'See It Live Summer' initiative, with Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, the Beacon Theatre, and Infosys Theater hosting over 100 events, including Harry Styles, Bon Jovi, Phish, and LES MISÉRABLES.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
MSG Entertainment announced its 'See It Live Summer' initiative, with Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, the Beacon Theatre, and Infosys Theater hosting over 100 events, including Harry Styles, Bon Jovi, Phish, and LES MISÉRABLES.
Video: Megan Hilty, James Monroe Iglehart Sing JG Wentworth Parody on JOHN OLIVER
by Josh Sharpe - May 18, 2026
During Sunday's episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, the comedian recruited Broadway talent for a fake ad that parodies the famously catchy jingle from JG Wentworth. Watch it now.
by Josh Sharpe - May 18, 2026
During Sunday's episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, the comedian recruited Broadway talent for a fake ad that parodies the famously catchy jingle from JG Wentworth. Watch it now.
Bernadette Peters, Ben Platt, and More Will Perform on THE LATE SHOW Next Week
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
An upcoming episode of The Late Show will feature a special Broadway performance, featuring Annaleigh Ashford, Christopher Jackson, Bernadette Peters, Ben Platt and Patrick Wilson.
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
An upcoming episode of The Late Show will feature a special Broadway performance, featuring Annaleigh Ashford, Christopher Jackson, Bernadette Peters, Ben Platt and Patrick Wilson.
Will Blum to Star in INTO THE WOODS at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2026
Broadway veteran Will Blum, currently starring in Papermill Playhouse's 1776, will join the cast of INTO THE WOODS as the Baker at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre in Missouri.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2026
Broadway veteran Will Blum, currently starring in Papermill Playhouse's 1776, will join the cast of INTO THE WOODS as the Baker at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre in Missouri.
Hank Azaria, Arian Moayed, & More Join Garden of Dreams Foundation Charitybuzz Auction
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 6, 2026
The Garden of Dreams Foundation has announced a Charitybuzz auction and celebrity presenter lineup ahead of its Garden of Laughs benefit at Radio City Music Hall. The event will feature comedians including John Oliver and Hasan Minhaj.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 6, 2026
The Garden of Dreams Foundation has announced a Charitybuzz auction and celebrity presenter lineup ahead of its Garden of Laughs benefit at Radio City Music Hall. The event will feature comedians including John Oliver and Hasan Minhaj.
Jerry Seinfeld, Bert Kreischer & Seth Meyers to Headline National Comedy Center Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2026
Jerry Seinfeld, Bert Kreischer, and Seth Meyers will headline the National Comedy Center's annual comedy festival in Jamestown, New York, August 6–9, 2026, alongside Carol Leifer, Gina Brillon, and others.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2026
Jerry Seinfeld, Bert Kreischer, and Seth Meyers will headline the National Comedy Center's annual comedy festival in Jamestown, New York, August 6–9, 2026, alongside Carol Leifer, Gina Brillon, and others.
LOST IN YONKERS Comes to Hill Country Community Theatre in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2026
Hill Country Community Theatre will present Lost in Yonkers, the critically acclaimed play by Neil Simon, opening Friday, April 10th and running weekends through Sunday, April 26th.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2026
Hill Country Community Theatre will present Lost in Yonkers, the critically acclaimed play by Neil Simon, opening Friday, April 10th and running weekends through Sunday, April 26th.
Tanglewood 2026 Popular Artist Series Adds Cynthia Erivo, Hugh Jackman, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026
The Tanglewood Popular Artist Series, which each year brings a star-studded lineup of musicians and performers to Tanglewood’s Koussevitzky Music Shed, continues to expand its 2026 summer season with the addition of Jon Stewart among a roster of major artists across genres including rock, country, pop, Broadway, and soul.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026
The Tanglewood Popular Artist Series, which each year brings a star-studded lineup of musicians and performers to Tanglewood’s Koussevitzky Music Shed, continues to expand its 2026 summer season with the addition of Jon Stewart among a roster of major artists across genres including rock, country, pop, Broadway, and soul.
LIBERATION, KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, & More Win 2026 GLAAD Media Awards - Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2026
On Thursdays, the Winners were announced for the 37th GLAAD Media Awards, with Broadway's Liberation, the Kiss of the Spider Woman movie, Heated Rivalry, and more taking home major awards. Check out the full list here.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2026
On Thursdays, the Winners were announced for the 37th GLAAD Media Awards, with Broadway's Liberation, the Kiss of the Spider Woman movie, Heated Rivalry, and more taking home major awards. Check out the full list here.
Video: Derek Klena Sings 'Shut Up and Dance' With the Savannah Bananas
by Michael Major - Mar 4, 2026
Derek Klena celebrated his first game with the Savannah Bananas with a special performance! Watch a video of the Tony nominee performing 'Shut Up and Dance' for his debut game, a song he originally performed in Moulin Rouge! the Musical on Broadway.
by Michael Major - Mar 4, 2026
Derek Klena celebrated his first game with the Savannah Bananas with a special performance! Watch a video of the Tony nominee performing 'Shut Up and Dance' for his debut game, a song he originally performed in Moulin Rouge! the Musical on Broadway.
Rachel Dratch, Stephanie Hsu, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Juliette Lewis & More Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW- Full Cast Announced
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2026
It's time to meet Broadway's new creatures of the night! Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the complete cast for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, with direction by Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton.
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2026
It's time to meet Broadway's new creatures of the night! Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the complete cast for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, with direction by Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton.
LIBERATION, OEDIPUS, REDWOOD and More Nominated for 2026 GLAAD Media Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026
GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, has revealed the nominees of the 37th GLAAD Media Awards.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026
GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, has revealed the nominees of the 37th GLAAD Media Awards.
Jessie Buckley Wins Critics Choice Award For HAMNET; Full List of Winners
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
Jessie Buckley won the Critics Choice Award for Best Actress for her performance in the film adaptation of Hamnet. Wicked: For Good, which received 7 nominations, did not win any. Check out the full list here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
Jessie Buckley won the Critics Choice Award for Best Actress for her performance in the film adaptation of Hamnet. Wicked: For Good, which received 7 nominations, did not win any. Check out the full list here!
Video: Derek Klena Joins Dancing Baseball Team, Savannah Bananas
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2025
Broadway's Derek Klena has joined the Savannah Bananas, a baseball team that combines the game everyone knows with choreographed song-and-dance performances. Learn more and watch the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2025
Broadway's Derek Klena has joined the Savannah Bananas, a baseball team that combines the game everyone knows with choreographed song-and-dance performances. Learn more and watch the video here!
Dances With Films Unveils 2026 Film Festival Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 22, 2025
Dances With Films has unveiled the film lineup for the 4th New York City edition of the bicoastal indie-film focused film festival. January 15-18 will kick off the new year with several feature-length narratives, documentaries, and midnight films making their debut, with pilots, family films, and short films also featuring in the cinema showcase.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 22, 2025
Dances With Films has unveiled the film lineup for the 4th New York City edition of the bicoastal indie-film focused film festival. January 15-18 will kick off the new year with several feature-length narratives, documentaries, and midnight films making their debut, with pilots, family films, and short films also featuring in the cinema showcase.
James Taylor and his All-Star Band To Return To Tanglewood
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2025
As America marks its 250th anniversary, American musical icon James Taylor will return to Tanglewood with his All-Star Band for performancees in Tanglewood's Koussevitzky Music Shed.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2025
As America marks its 250th anniversary, American musical icon James Taylor will return to Tanglewood with his All-Star Band for performancees in Tanglewood's Koussevitzky Music Shed.
WICKED: FOR GOOD Receives 7 Critics Choice Award Nominations- Check Out the Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025
Wicked: For Good has received 7 nominations at the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards, including Best Picture. Other notable nominees in various categories include Hamnet, Blue Moon, The Testament of Ann Lee, and Kiss of the Spider Woman.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025
Wicked: For Good has received 7 nominations at the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards, including Best Picture. Other notable nominees in various categories include Hamnet, Blue Moon, The Testament of Ann Lee, and Kiss of the Spider Woman.
Anthony Ramos Joins 'Children in Conflict' Benefit Concert
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 1, 2025
Children in Conflict has announced “Children in Conflict Show,” a benefit concert taking place Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the Brooklyn Paramount Theater in New York City. It will feature performances by Common, Natasha Bedingfield, Anthony Ramos, and Mon Rovia.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 1, 2025
Children in Conflict has announced “Children in Conflict Show,” a benefit concert taking place Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the Brooklyn Paramount Theater in New York City. It will feature performances by Common, Natasha Bedingfield, Anthony Ramos, and Mon Rovia.
MOUSE KING: THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE NUTCRACKER Returns to South Florida
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2025
South Florida's favorite holiday tradition is back! Mouse King: The Untold Story of The Nutcracker, the family-favorite musical created by Sesame Street veteran Noel MacNeal and award-winning composer Jim Camacho, returns to the Mandelstam Theater this December.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2025
South Florida's favorite holiday tradition is back! Mouse King: The Untold Story of The Nutcracker, the family-favorite musical created by Sesame Street veteran Noel MacNeal and award-winning composer Jim Camacho, returns to the Mandelstam Theater this December.
Photos: Josh Groban, Darren Criss and More Honor Anna Wintour at Only Make Believe 25th Anniversary Gala
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 15, 2025
Only Make Believe celebrated its 25th Anniversary Gala on Monday, October 13, at the historic Shubert Theatre, hosted by John Oliver. Check out photos from the evening below!
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 15, 2025
Only Make Believe celebrated its 25th Anniversary Gala on Monday, October 13, at the historic Shubert Theatre, hosted by John Oliver. Check out photos from the evening below!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has John Oliver been in?
John Oliver has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
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John Oliver has not appeared in the West End.
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