Tag: Stephen

Stephen Colbert walks back his Kate Middleton jokes

[ad_1] Stephen Colbert got serious Monday night on “The Late Show” while reflecting on his recent jokes about Catherine, Princess of Wales, in light of her recent cancer diagnosis. The CBS host recognized that his pre-disclosure barbs didn’t sit well with some viewers, and the 10-time Emmy winner explained that, in retrospect, they also did… Continue reading Stephen Colbert walks back his Kate Middleton jokes

Stephen Kearse’s ‘Liquid Snakes’ a dark triumph of Afro-pessimism

[ad_1] Review Liquid Snakes By Stephen KearseSoft Skull: 320 pages, $27 If you buy books linked on our site, The Times may earn a commission from Bookshop.org, whose fees support independent bookstores. “Liquid Snakes,” Stephen Kearse’s sophomore novel, is a brisk, punchy read. The chapters are short, the dialogue has a satirical snap and the… Continue reading Stephen Kearse’s ‘Liquid Snakes’ a dark triumph of Afro-pessimism

Stephen King, Natasha Lyonne Tribute

[ad_1] Photo: Sylvain Lefevre/Getty Images William Friedkin, the director of such films as The Exorcist and Cruising, died this week. News of his death broke August 7, prompting a wave of tributes on social media. Friedkin was remembered for his maverick nature, his dedication to film, and his candor during commentaries and interviews. A snippet… Continue reading Stephen King, Natasha Lyonne Tribute