Jeff Ross: Take a Banana for the Ride Jeff Ross: Take a Banana for the Ride is a stand-up comedy special that marks a pivotal moment in the comedian’s career. The performance, which premiered on March 24, 2026, is available for streaming on Netflix and showcases Ross’s Broadway debut. The special blends theatrical storytelling with traditional stand-up, offering a mix of sharp humor and heartfelt reflections. Ross guides the audience through personal experiences, balancing laugh-out-loud moments with introspective storytelling that feels genuine and relatable. The show highlights his signature roasting skills while also revealing a more vulnerable, reflective side that is rarely seen in his work. The special is directed by Seth Barrish, who brings a theatrical touch to the production, enhancing the Broadway-style presentation and elevating the narrative. Stephen Kessler co-directs, helping shape the pacing and tone of the performance while maintaining a seamless balance between humor and emotional depth. Ross takes the stage as himself, delivering a performance that showcases both his comedic prowess and a more contemplative approach to storytelling. The result is a unique blend of comedy and personal narrative that resonates with viewers. Available on Netflix, the special can be streamed in 190+ countries, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. Viewers with an active Netflix subscription—either Basic or Standard with Ads—can access the content on demand. The special is also downloadable for offline viewing on supported devices using the official Netflix app. This flexibility allows fans to enjoy the performance on a variety of platforms, including smart TVs, streaming devices, mobile phones, computers, and game consoles.#netflix #jeff_ross #broadway #seth_barrish #stephen_kessler
Jeff Ross: Take A Banana For The Ride You’re probably familiar with the sight of Jeff Ross in an outlandish outfit cracking even more outlandish jokes at the expense of a celebrity for the Friarts Club, Comedy Central, or Netflix. Seeing Ross in a bright yellow suit in a solo show on Broadway explaining how he became an orphan in his teens, and lamenting the losses of comedy greats he considered dear friends, might surprise you. The show, Jeff Ross: Take A Banana For The Ride, opens with a highlight reel of Ross performing in various Comedy Central roasts, as well as Netflix’s 2024 Roast of Tom Brady, playing onstage before Ross himself enters. This serves as a reminder of his stature as the self-proclaimed Roastmaster General. What follows is described by Ross as his “origin story” as a comedian, detailing his upbringing in New Jersey in a family that owned and operated a well-known catering hall. His mother died from cancer when he was 15, and his father passed away from an aneurysm a few years later. In the wake of these losses, Ross found comedy as both a healing tool and his “superpower.” The show blends personal reflection with comedic storytelling, offering glimpses into Ross’s life and career. Early in the performance, he jokes about visiting Sarah Silverman’s father, Donald, in his dying days, cracking a joke about replacing him as an emergency contact. Silverman later referenced this anecdote in her 2025 Netflix special, PostMortem. Ross also shares details about his own health struggles, including a 2024 colonoscopy that revealed a stage-three tumor, leading to the removal of seven inches of his colon. He quips, “Now I have a semi colon,” and mentions a unique surgery he received as a baby that hasn’t come up in years of roasts.#jeff_ross #sarah_silverman #judy_blume #felix #asher
Jimmy Kimmel Live! Returns With New Guest Lineup for Upcoming Week ABC’s Emmy-winning late-night talk show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, will return with its weekly programming beginning March 16. The show, which airs every weeknight at 11:35 p.m. EDT, will feature a mix of celebrity appearances, musical performances, and comedic segments. The following schedule outlines the planned guests and segments for the week of March 16–20: On Monday, March 16, the episode will open with Zendaya, who will discuss her role in The Drama. The segment will be followed by Jeff Ross, who will perform his comedy special Jeff Ross: Take A Banana For The Ride. Tuesday, March 17, will include Chelsea Handler, who will talk about her High and Mighty Tour, and Chris Robinson, who will share insights from his comedy special A Pound of Feathers. The episode will also feature a musical performance by Chris Robinson. Wednesday, March 18, will spotlight Lisa Kudrow, who will discuss her role in The Comeback, and Charlie Cox, who will talk about his role in Daredevil: Born Again. Thursday, March 19, will feature Robert Pattinson, who will discuss his role in The Drama, and Sarah Shahi, who will share details about her role in Paradise. The episode will also include a musical performance by the Tedeschi Trucks Band. Friday, March 20, the episode’s guest lineup has not yet been confirmed. The show continues to draw a diverse audience with its blend of humor, interviews, and musical acts, maintaining its position as a staple of late-night television.#jeff_ross #jimmy_kimmel #zendaya #chelsea_handler #chris_robinson
Jimmy Kimmel Live Schedule for the Week of 3/16/2026 The Emmy® Award-winning late-night talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live! returns with its weekly lineup, featuring a mix of celebrity guests, musical performances, and comedic segments. The show airs every weeknight at 11:35 p.m. EST, offering audiences a platform for humor, interviews, and entertainment. Each episode includes a rotating cast of guests, ranging from actors and musicians to athletes and public figures, alongside the show’s signature house band and comedic sketches. The week of March 16–20, 2026, will feature the following scheduled episodes: Monday, March 16: Zendaya will appear to discuss her role in The Drama, followed by comedian Jeff Ross, who will host his special Jeff Ross: Take A Banana For The Ride. Tuesday, March 17: Chelsea Handler will promote her High and Mighty Tour, while Chris Robinson will share insights from his A Pound of Feathers project. The episode will also include a musical performance by Chris Robinson. Wednesday, March 18: Lisa Kudrow will talk about her role in The Comeback, and Charlie Cox will discuss his involvement in Daredevil: Born Again. Thursday, March 19: Robert Pattinson will discuss his work on The Drama, alongside Sarah Shahi, who will share her experience on Paradise. The episode will feature a musical set by the Tedeschi Trucks Band. Viewers can access episodes online through abc.com or on YouTube at youtube/JimmyKimmelLive. The schedule is subject to change, so fans are encouraged to check for updates closer to the air dates.#jeff_ross #jimmy_kimmel_live #zendaya #chelsea_handler #chris_robinson
Conan O'Brien, The 2026 Oscars Interview Conan O’Brien, the man Stephen Colbert dubs “the patron saint of ex-talk show hosts,” is preparing to host the 98th Academy Awards, a gig he’s approached with a mix of obsession and self-deprecation. The comedian, now 62, has spent months refining his material for the event, delivering a surprise set at Largo, a Los Angeles comedy club, to test his jokes with live audiences. Each performance is followed by a day of writer sessions, as O’Brien and his team debate what resonates with the industry crowd versus the TV audience. “I get obsessive,” he admits. “I want to turn it off, but I can’t. That’s not always a fun ride, but that’s the deal.” O’Brien’s first Oscar hosting stint in 2025 was well-received, prompting him to return for an encore. His approach to the role is both a professional challenge and a personal test. “It’s like this little baby bird that I’m cradling,” he says, gesturing as if to shield his jokes from his own relentless edits. Despite his meticulous preparation, O’Brien acknowledges the inherent risks of live television. “Any live telecast is a flirtation with disaster,” he notes. “Electing to run this particular gauntlet could justifiably be interpreted as masochism.” The decision to host the Oscars again comes after a career marked by reinvention. O’Brien retired from late-night TV in 2021, leaving behind a legacy that includes a successful podcast, a $150 million SiriusXM deal, and an Emmy-winning travel show. He’s also taken on roles that defy his earlier image, such as starring opposite Rose Byrne in the dramedy If I Had Legs I’d Kick You. Despite his public persona of self-deprecation, O’Brien’s peers and family admire his work ethic and personal integrity.#conan_obrien #los_angeles #academy_awards #stephen_colbert #jeff_ross
