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Conan O'Brien Reveals Promo Poster For His New Comedy Tour

The poster for O'Brien's self-proclaimed "half-assed comedy and music tour" was revealed today. Official name? "The Legally Prohibited From Being Funny on Television Tour", sponsored by American Express (get that money, honey!). Get tickets here!

03/11/10

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By Mike Byhoff

#livewithregisandkelly

Andy Richter Goes Off on Jay Leno and NBC on Live! With Regis and Kelly

Andy Richter filled in for Regis to co-host Regis and Kelly today. In addition to interviewing the always charming James Spader, Richter had his first opportunity to speak his mind about the Late Night Debacle. He did not hold back. More »

03/09/10

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By Mike Byhoff

#conanobrien

Vintage Clip: Conan Covers the New England Primaries for Jay Leno

Back in 1996, Jay Leno had Conan on the Tonight Show as a correspondent to cover the New England primaries. A rather bittersweet moment to watch today, but as this clip reveals, Conan had Jay outshined even on his own show. More »

03/02/10

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By Frank Cozzarelli

#theearlyshow

Howard Stern Makes a Rare TV Appearance to Castigate Jay Leno

The day after Leno's Tonight Show premiers, The Early Show invites Howard Stern onto their show to ~~discuss~~ bash Jay Leno. Stern didn't hold back, saying the mere mention of Leno's name makes him want to vomit. More »

03/02/10

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By Mike Byhoff

#jayleno

Growing Up Leno: A Confession of Sorts

In a couple of hours, Jay Leno returns to The Tonight Show. I will be tuning in. Why, you ask? Because I used to actually like Leno, and—honestly—I'm not sure that I ever really stopped. Inside, I explain. More »

03/01/10

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By Matt Cherette

#advertising

Click here to read Jay Leno Stars in New, Extended, Curling-Themed <i>Tonight Show</i> Promo

Jay Leno Stars in New, Extended, Curling-Themed Tonight Show Promo

While surprises are scarce on NBC tonight—as many of the Olympic events it's covering took place hours ago—the network did throw one curve ball: a new, 60-second, curling-themed promo for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Video inside. More »

02/26/10

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By Matt Cherette

#advertising

Click here to read NBC's New <i>Tonight Show</i> Promo a Slap in Conan O'Brien's Face

NBC's New Tonight Show Promo a Slap in Conan O'Brien's Face

As the world awaited (still does) Johnny Weir's free skate routine at the Olympics, NBC aired a promotional ad for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. And, honestly, the choice of song proves the network never cared about Conan O'Brien. More »

02/18/10

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By Matt Cherette

#thetonightshow

Click here to read Conan Explains Why He Didn't Leave NBC in 2004 on <i>Charlie Rose</i>

Conan Explains Why He Didn't Leave NBC in 2004 on Charlie Rose

And the old clips portending doom continue to emerge. Conan sits down with Charlie Rose and some water in 2006 to discuss the arc of his career thus far. Turns out Conan wanted his legacy to be with NBC...badly. More »

02/02/10

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By Mike Byhoff

#wow

Man Makes Conan O'Brien Portrait Entirely of Cheetos

File under: AMAZING and/or the best thing you'll see all day. In this time-lapse video, a man uses thousands of Cheetos—in four varieties, natch—to construct a portrait of Conan O'Brien. Ready to have your mind blown? Watch inside. More »

02/01/10

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By Matt Cherette

#theoprahwinfreyshow

Team Leno, Revealed

Have you seen a "Whose side are you on?" poll related to the Late Night Wars recently? Did you notice the small number that reflected support for Jay Leno and wonder, "Who are those people?" Well, wonder no longer. More »

01/29/10

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By Matt Cherette

#thecolbertreport

Stephen Colbert Demands Minorities, Conan O'Brien to Assemble the Perfect Entourage

Taking cues from the Republican party, Stephen Colbert decides to gather perfectly racial balance to his audience. Always sure to cover all the bases, he decides to include a tall, redheaded, newly-unemployed representative to his crew as well! More »

01/29/10

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By Jill Lawson

#jimmykimmellive

Kimmel Reacts to Leno's Cries of Being "Sucker-Punched" on His Own Show

Yesterday, Jay Leno told Oprah Winfrey that he was "sucker-punched" by Jimmy Kimmel when Kimmel appeared on his show and took him to task over the NBC late night fiasco. Last night, Kimmel told the real story behind the setup. More »

01/29/10

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By Robyn Caplan

#theoprahwinfreyshow

Jay Leno Tries to Set the Record Straight on Oprah, Comes Off as a Lying, Victimized Cry-Baby

Click here to read Jay Leno Tries to Set the Record Straight on <i>Oprah</i>, Comes Off as a Lying, Victimized Cry-Baby

Uh-oh, Jay Leno is playing the victim again. He was on Oprah today to set the record straight, and by set the record straight, we mean throw himself a pity party while Oprah gives him a shoulder to cry on. More »

01/28/10

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By Mike Byhoff

#theoprahwinfreyshow

Click here to read Leno on <i>Oprah</i>: I Haven't Talked to Conan

Leno on Oprah: I Haven't Talked to Conan

Oprah Winfrey sat with Jay Leno yesterday for his first post-Late Night Wars interview, which will air on her show tomorrow. And if the two just-released promotional clips are indicative of the whole, the interview is not to be missed. More »

01/27/10

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By Matt Cherette

#jayleno

Jay Leno: Scarecrow, Tin Man, or Cowardly Lion?

Historically, Jay Leno hasn't shied away from speaking about his job status. Leno's statements over the last few weeks—full of jokes about NBC, Conan O'Brien and David Letterman—reinforced that characteristic. Recently, however, he's been unusually mum. What gives? More »

01/27/10

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By Matt Cherette

#howardstern

Howard Stern Bashes Conan for Taking the High Road With NBC

On Conan's last broadcast of The Tonight Show, he thanked NBC for all they have done for his career despite the whole debacle. Everyone applauded his decision to go out in a classy manner. Everyone except Howard Stern. (NSFW Language) More »

01/26/10

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By Mike Byhoff

#thetonightshow

The Late Night Wars: A Video Chronology (1984-2010)

Last Friday, Conan O'Brien bid The Tonight Show adieu. Jay Leno will reclaim the "King of Late Night" title in March. But to understand the present, one must know the past: here's how we got to where we are now. More »

01/25/10

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By Matt Cherette

#thetonightshow

Conan Says Goodbye to The Tonight Show

Conan's final Tonight Show was emotional, but there were no outbursts, no fires, no car wrecks. On a night where he could say anything, Conan attacked only cynicism and thanked NBC for what they gave before any promises had broken. More »

01/25/10

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By Anderson Evans

#saturdaymorningcartoons

Click here to read Pale Force: <i>Conan Joins Pale Man</i>

Pale Force: Conan Joins Pale Man

Last night was Conan O'Brien's teary farewell. The exit was artful and sincere, but we know Conan will be back. Until then he's left us plenty of entries in the media zeitgeist. Pale Force is one of the best. More »

01/23/10

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#thetonightshow

CoCo's Last Dance: "Hardest Thing I Have Ever Had to Do"

Conan O'Brien just closed out his final episode as host of The Tonight Show, and what a show it was: hilarious shenanigans, Steve Carell, Tom Hanks, Neil Young, a tearful statement of gratitude, and Will Ferrell with a mothereffing cowbell. More »

01/23/10

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By Matt Cherette

#thetonightshow

Defeated O'Brien Confirms Crushed Dream: "This was Not Our First Choice"

Moments ago, Conan O'Brien confirmed that tomorrow is his last day as host of The Tonight Show, but promised to go out with an NBC-bashing bang. Meanwhile, Jay Leno announced his return to 11:35 as David Letterman continued eviscerating him. More »

01/22/10

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