Frat guy to DEI: Will Ferrell's unfunny fall



Comedians defending comedy, what a concept (with apologies to Mork from Ork)!

This week, it’s Jon Stewart’s turn.

Will Ferrell is on a mission – crush all the goodwill he generated with 20+ years of great big-screen comedies like 'Elf,' 'Old School,' and 'Step Brothers.'

The “Daily Show” host actually took the media to task for getting the vapors over bawdy jokes told at Donald Trump’s Madison Square Garden rally by Tony Hinchcliffe.

“There’s something wrong with me, but I find that guy very funny,” he said of the “Kill Tony” host.

Stewart continued his defense, throwing salt on an open DNC wound in the process.

“Bringing him to a rally and have him NOT do roast jokes is like bringing Beyonce to a rally and not — oh!”

That Harris campaign gaffe – Beyonce gave a brief endorsement last week but neither sang nor danced for thousands of fans — didn’t become a media narrative. Stewart used it all the same. He can go back to trashing Trump now, but for a moment he let his bipartisan side show.

Rebel comic's F-bomb frenzy

And then there’s Marc Maron.

The former comedy rebel plays by all the woke rules. He’s even shouted down his fellow comics for daring to suggest woke bylaws hurt comedy.

Yeah, he’s that laughably out of touch.

Now, he’s attacking comic podcasters for interviewing Sen. JD Vance and President Donald Trump. Think Joe Rogan, Theo Von, and Tim Dillon.

Or, as Maron calls them, “fascists.”

Whether or not they are self-serving or true believers in the new fascism is unimportant. They are of the movement. Whether they see themselves as acolytes or just comics doesn’t matter. Whether they are driven by the idea that what they are fighting for is a free speech issue or whether they are truly morally bankrupt racists doesn’t matter. They are part of the public face of a fascist political movement that seeks to destroy the democratic idea.

If he keeps this up, some network bigwig will give him a deeply unfunny late-night show.

The Way-ans forward

We miss the “Scary Movie” franchise.

The saga not only shredded horror movie tropes but employed two very funny comic teams. Members of the Wayans family fueled the first two installments, while “Airplane!” alum David Zucker took over for chapters 3, 4, and 5.

Now, the Wayans are back for another installment. Yes, we’re exhausted by Hollywood’s endless reboots, but the Wayans remain comic royalty. Plus, various Wayans made us howl before the comedy police started pulling people over.

Think “In Living Color,” for starters.

Marlon Wayans, for one, is not a fan of the new woke order.

'I ain't listening to this damn generation,” he said in 2022, skewering cancel culture in the process.

Here’s betting the family that gave us “I’m Gonna Git You Sucka” also loathes those woke comedy cuffs.

Kamala drops mic

Diva alert!

Vice President Kamala Harris has an open invitation to appear on “The Joe Rogan Experience.” Except the Democrat insists that the podcast giant come to her, not vice versa.

Even more jaw-dropping? She’ll only sit down with Rogan for an hour-long chat. Rogan’s interviews typically go from two to three hours in length. No-go, says the former “Fear Factor” host.

Looks like the interview won’t happen at this point. And to be fair to Harris, sparing us from a three-hour vibe-fest might be her first real accomplishment.

Ferrell forgets 'Old School' lessons

Will Ferrell is on a mission – crush all the goodwill he generated with 20+ years of great big-screen comedies like “Elf,” “Old School,” and “Step Brothers.”

He began his curious quest in 2016 when he flirted with a Ronald Reagan “comedy” about the late president’s Alzheimer’s disease. Only a swift public shaming campaign caused him to drop out of the project.

He hasn’t made us laugh-laugh in some time, with Apple TV+’s 2022 film “Spirited” doing him, and us, few favors.

More recently, he starred in the documentary “Will & Harper,” a buddy road trip featuring his longtime male friend’s life post-transition. Ferrell wondered in various press interviews why trans people get so much hate, ignoring the real concerns parents have with doctors who transition children.

Now, he’s out with a new, vulgar song meant to replace Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the USA.” And worst of all, he’s hitting the streets with the screechy Billy Eichner for more “White Dudes for Harris”-style shtick.

Can we have the old Will Ferrell back? Please?

Will Ferrell says transphobia stems from ignorance: 'Why would you care if somebody’s happy? Why is that threatening to you?'



Hollywood movie star Will Ferrell offered his psychological analysis on people who are opposed to the transgender agenda, and it was rather negative.

Ferrell made the comments as a part of the publicity campaign for a documentary movie on Netflix during which he took a road trip across the U.S. with a friend who had recently transitioned from a male to a female.

'If the trans community is a threat to you, I think it stems from not being confident or safe with yourself.'

“I think we fear what we don’t know,” said Ferrell to the Independent when asked why transphobia exists.

“There is hatred out there. It’s very real, and it’s very unsafe for trans people in certain situations," he added. “But I don’t know why trans people are meant to be threatening to me as a cis male."

The movie follows Ferrell's friendship of nearly 30 years with comedy writer Andrew Steele, who now identifies as Harper Steele, a woman.

"Whether or not you can ultimately wrap your head around that, why would you care if somebody’s happy? Why is that threatening to you?" Ferrell continued. "If the trans community is a threat to you, I think it stems from not being confident or safe with yourself.”

The pair claimed that the tone of the movie was apolitical and did not aim to present a partisan view of the transgender issue. Some on social media were unpersuaded by that claim.

"Will Ferrell is not an incarcerated woman who has to bunk with a rapist. He’s not a 14 year old girl who has to share her school bathroom with boys. He’s not a female athlete. He’s a rich, out of touch man," responded one detractor.

A trailer for the Netflix movie can be viewed on YouTube.

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Will Ferrell Looks Scared Trying to Speak without Offending Trans Friend

Will Ferrell Looks Scared Trying to Speak without Offending Trans Friend

'What the world needs': Netflix picks up Will Ferrell doc about road trip with his 62-year-old transgender best friend

'What the world needs': Netflix picks up Will Ferrell doc about road trip with his 62-year-old transgender best friend



Celebrated comedic actor Will Ferrell has sold a new documentary called "Will & Harper" to Netflix after its debut at the Sundance Film Festival.

The film, which reportedly received multiple standing ovations at its showings, follows Ferrell and his near-elderly transgender friend Andrew Steele, who now goes by Harper Steele.

The duo travels across the United States for 17 days from New York to California, stopping at NBA games, bars, and other locations where Steele hopes to feel more comfortable while pretending to be a woman.

As Variety reported, Steele declared that he was a woman in 2022 after a lengthy career as a comedic writer. His writing credits include "The Ladies Man," and Ferrell's "Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga."

The documentary includes cameos by several "Saturday Night Live" alumni such as Tina Fey and Molly Shannon. Ferrell and Steele met on the famous New York production in the mid-1990s.

The 62-year-old Steele has no acting credits to his name, but that didn't stop the documentary from fielding interest from several buyers before it was sold to Netflix for an undisclosed price.

"I had met trans people, but I didn’t have anyone personally in my life," Ferrell told Variety. "So this was all new territory for me. It’s a chance for us in the cis community to ask questions, listen and be there as a friend to discuss this journey."

He also admitted that he had "baseline" or "zero" knowledge about transgenderism before his friend Steele decided he was a woman.

Steele said the film's inspiration came from the idea that the rights of those who are non-heterosexual are under attack in the United States, with Variety's chief film critic Peter Debruge claiming the film is "what the world needs now."

"‘Will & Harper’ earns that distinction. Struggling to recognize her own beauty in a society that often seems determined to deny her identity altogether, Steele brings the trans experience down to earth," the critic added.

The writer was asked if there was ever a point in the film where he felt "legitimately fearful" while seeking acceptance as a woman.

"No ... there is a moment where I felt very creeped out, I don't know what the word is. I never felt unsafe, I was with Will, which makes things safer," Steele replied.

Ferrell reportedly broke down in tears in multiple parts of the film and also cried during remarks after the documentary screening.

While reportedly capturing emotional conversations about being transgender, the film also managed to plug in what sound like sponsored comical gags involving Pringles, costumes, and a trip to Dunkin' Donuts.

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Will Ferrell, the FEMINIST?



Will Ferrell has starred in his fair share of raunchy comedies that would have feminists up in arms today, but that apparently hasn’t stopped him from becoming one.

In his opening remarks for the recently held Women in Entertainment Gala, he made that incredibly clear.

“Forget about the entertainment world,” he told the audience. “Isn’t it just time for women to run the planet?”

“Men, we’ve been running the show since, what? 10,000 B.C., something like that, and we’re not doing so good. So please, can you guys just take over?” Ferrell continued.

Lauren Chen is admittedly a big Will Ferrell fan, but she’s not a fan of this political turn.

“At his peak, Will Ferrell was probably one of the funniest people in Hollywood,” she says, adding that she was “disappointed” when she heard what he said.

“Male celebrity does not grovel as a virtue-signaling male feminist ally challenge: impossible,” Chen continues, noting that for some reason men always feel the need to put men down while lifting women up.

“Why does crapping on men even have to come into it?” Chen asks.

Ferrell went on in his speech to tell the audience he co-founded a production house specifically dedicated to telling female-centric stories with female actors and directors, based on the suggestion of a female co-worker.

But that’s not all.

Ferrell also suggested that Kerry Washington should be the next president.

“Kerry, you’ve always been amazing in everything you’ve ever done and an incredible advocate for so many different things, so can you just run for president, please?” Ferrell said, which Chen identifies as “groveling.”

“It’s a pretty far cry from what his persona used to be,” Chen adds.


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'Isn’t it just time for women to run the planet?' Will Ferrell tells Hollywood men 'are not doing so good' as leaders

'Isn’t it just time for women to run the planet?' Will Ferrell tells Hollywood men 'are not doing so good' as leaders



Actor Will Ferrell told a group of mostly women that it is time for them to take over the world when he gave opening remarks for the Women in Entertainment Gala hosted by outlet the Hollywood Reporter.

Ferrell likely earned a spot at the gala because he co-owns a production company focused on female-led television and movie productions, Gloria Sanchez Productions, founded in 2014 as a division of his existing production company.

"This is such a wonderful event where we honor and support and continue to fight for women in all facets of the entertainment world," Ferrell began from the podium. "Forget about the entertainment world. Isn’t it just time for women to run the planet?" the actor asked.

Ferrell's pandering immediately received applause as he continued.

"I mean, I'm not just trying to placate you, I swear. But I don't know what else to do because we men we've been running the show since, what, 10,000 B.C.; something like that? And we're not doing so good. So please, can you guys just take over, can you? I think it's time. Sorry, I'm getting sidetracked."

His words were a far cry from a comedic sketch starring Ferrell and actor Will Forte in 2011. As Hollywood in Toto noted, the video featured a variety of men apologizing for fantasizing about women and oppressing them with their thoughts.

"Throughout time male historians have diminished your role in world events, even retroactively revising the gender of famous historical figures," the hilarious sketch explained. "Today we acknowledge that several of Jesus' apostles and Benjamin Franklin were most likely women."

Ferrell went on to plead with actress Kerry Washington to run for president, joking that the gala could start a GoFundMe page to raise money for her campaign.

The "Anchorman" actor noted that Washington would receive the "equity in entertainment award" in recognition of her work "amplifying the voices of underrepresented communities in the entertainment industry and beyond."

Washington's acceptance speech did not disappoint in terms of offering woke, race-based, and sometimes communist talking points.

"The battle for equity is going to require that we step into the center of our lives and and of our stories," she began.

"That as women, as people of color, as members of the LGBTQ+ community, as people with differently abled bodies from marginalized religions, that we then also be willing to uplift others and to be supporting characters in their stories so that they can be the lead characters in their own lives too," Washington went on.

The actress then dove into a vehement explanation of why equality is not preferred over "justice," which she described as "leveling the ground and ripping the f**king fence down!"

"Justice is about dismantling the systems that prevent us from getting to the other side of our greatness!" she declared.

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