John Oliver
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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: First Look at THE GILDED AGE Season Two & More In New HBO Max 2023 Promo
by Michael Major - 2022-12-22 09:59:08
VIDEO: John Oliver Reacts to Prince Philip's Passing on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-04-13 09:26:40
VIDEO: John Oliver Found Meghan Markle's Revelations to Oprah Unsurprising
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-03-16 09:45:12
VIDEO: John Oliver Takes the 'Which Muppet Are You Quiz' on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-02-10 09:39:58
VIDEO: John Oliver Talks About Voting in His First US Election on THE LATE SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-11-03 09:54:16
VIDEO: Josh Charles Talks About His Daughter on THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JIMMY FALLON
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-09-10 09:21:46
VIDEO: John Oliver Discusses President Trump's Response to the Pandemic on LAST WEEK TONIGHT
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2020-03-30 09:49:41
VIDEO: John Oliver Talks Coronavirus, Misinformation, Social Distancing and More on LAST WEEK TONIGHT
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2020-03-16 10:35:23
VIDEO: John Oliver Spent Two Days with Creepy Silent Japanese Mascots
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-03-04 20:19:40
VIDEO: Watch the Official Trailer for Season Three of WESTWORLD
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-02-20 21:38:01
VIDEO: Watch Maybe Coming Soon With John Oliver on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-02-14 20:31:23
VIDEO: John Oliver Says His First Crush Was On Eyore on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-02-11 20:35:14
News
2026 Emmy Award Nominations: Carrie Coon, Sarah Pidgeon, Ayo Edebiri & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 8, 2026
Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller revealed the 78th Primetime Emmy Award nominations on Wednesday morning. Nominees include Broadway's Carrie Coon, Sarah Pidgeon, Ayo Edeberi, Sarah Snook, Laurie Metcalf, and more. Check out the full list!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 8, 2026
Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller revealed the 78th Primetime Emmy Award nominations on Wednesday morning. Nominees include Broadway's Carrie Coon, Sarah Pidgeon, Ayo Edeberi, Sarah Snook, Laurie Metcalf, and more. Check out the full list!
John Oliver Joins GENERAL HOSPITAL as a Guest Star
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 29, 2026
John Oliver, Emmy Award-winning host and executive producer of “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver,” has been cast in a significant guest role on “General Hospital.” He will appear across a three-episode arc airing on July 2, 3 and 6.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 29, 2026
John Oliver, Emmy Award-winning host and executive producer of “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver,” has been cast in a significant guest role on “General Hospital.” He will appear across a three-episode arc airing on July 2, 3 and 6.
BORSCHT BELT FEST Three-Day Celebration of Catskills Culture to Return to Ellenville
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026
Borscht Belt Fest returns to Ellenville, NY for its third year with stand-up comedy, cultural panels, culinary experiences, and a free Street Fair featuring 100+ vendors.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026
Borscht Belt Fest returns to Ellenville, NY for its third year with stand-up comedy, cultural panels, culinary experiences, and a free Street Fair featuring 100+ vendors.
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.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 19, 2026- DEATH BECOMES HER To End Broadway Run and More
by - May 19, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 19, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - May 19, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 19, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
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.
SINNERS, THE STUDIO & More Win 2026 Writers Guild Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 9, 2026
Sinners, The Studio, One Battle After Another, The Pitt, and more were honored at the 78th Annual Writers Guild Awards on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at ceremonies in Los Angeles and New York. Take a look at the full list of nominees and wins here.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 9, 2026
Sinners, The Studio, One Battle After Another, The Pitt, and more were honored at the 78th Annual Writers Guild Awards on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at ceremonies in Los Angeles and New York. Take a look at the full list of nominees and wins here.
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.
KPOP DEMON HUNTERS & More Receive 2026 Producers Guild Awards - Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026
KPop Demon Hunters, One Battle After Another, The Studio, and more were honored at the 37th Annual Producers Guild Awards this weekend. The event, held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the Fairmont Century Plaza, recognized influential producers and entertainment icons in entertainment.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026
KPop Demon Hunters, One Battle After Another, The Studio, and more were honored at the 37th Annual Producers Guild Awards this weekend. The event, held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the Fairmont Century Plaza, recognized influential producers and entertainment icons in entertainment.
SINNERS, KPOP DEMON HUNTERS, & More Win 2026 ACE Eddie Awards - Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026
American Cinema Editors (ACE) unveiled the winners for the 76th Annual ACE Eddie Awards, which included honors for Sinners, KPop Demon Hunters, One Battle After Another, and more. Take a look at the full list here.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026
American Cinema Editors (ACE) unveiled the winners for the 76th Annual ACE Eddie Awards, which included honors for Sinners, KPop Demon Hunters, One Battle After Another, and more. Take a look at the full list here.
LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER Sets HBO Return
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026
The HBO Original series Last Week Tonight With John Oliver returns for its 13th season on Sunday, February 15 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO Max. Watch the trailer for the new season now.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026
The HBO Original series Last Week Tonight With John Oliver returns for its 13th season on Sunday, February 15 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO Max. Watch the trailer for the new season now.
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.
WICKED: FOR GOOD, HAMNET, & More Receive Nominations for 2026 ACE Eddie Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 27, 2026
Wicked: For Good, Hamnet, KPop Demon Hunters, and more have received nominations at the 76th Annual ACE Eddie Awards, which recognize outstanding editing. Check out the full list of nominees here.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 27, 2026
Wicked: For Good, Hamnet, KPop Demon Hunters, and more have received nominations at the 76th Annual ACE Eddie Awards, which recognize outstanding editing. Check out the full list of nominees here.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has John Oliver been in?
John Oliver has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has John Oliver been in?
John Oliver has not appeared in the West End.
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