Jezebel: Amy Poehler

Aubrey Plaza Shoots Down Ryan Gosling for the Second Time

Madeleine Davies — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:30:00 EST

Sure, it's no surprise that Parks and Recreation's Aubrey Plaza is hard to impress, but when you hear that she's blown off Ryan Gosling not once, but twice you have to ask yourself if the girl is impenetrable. Gosling's first attempt came when the actor approached Plaza at a Jamba Juice. Immune to his "Hey Girl," Plaza, who didn't even recognize him at the time, grabbed her juice and took off. Not deterred, the Ol' Gos' later invited Plaza to a magic show (!!!), but she again passed up the opportunity because of a charity event hosted by Amy Poehler. More »

Linda Perry Accidentally Admits She Broke Up Sara Gilbert’s Nine-Year Relationship

Luke Malone — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST

Discussing how happy she is in her new relationship with Sara Gilbert, Linda Perry inadvertently outed herself as a big, ol' homewrecker. Responding to a question about possible wedding bells for the couple, she said: "I don't know. We gotta get through a year first. It's been eight months. We're going on nine." Firstly, just a year? Secondly, let's crack out the calculator and do a bit of Scooby-Doo sleuthing. More »

Parks & Rec Cast Shares Their Shocking Hidden Talents

Margaret Hartmann — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:44:30 EST

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Unless someone smashed your remote control while you were watching CBS and you have a medical condition that restricts your movement, we're guessing you didn't watch the People's Choice Awards. Thankfully, our friends at Buzzfeed captured the best moment. You'd watch the cast of Parks & Rec do anything, so why not watch them perform a sword-swallowing trick and smash a laptop with a hammer? More »

Jimmy Fallon And Friends Make Holiday Magic On SNL

Cassie Murdoch — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 12:05:00 EST

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After leaving the Saturday Night Live cast in 2004, Jimmy Fallon made a triumphant return as host of the show last night. With help from a lot of his old SNL pals, he delivered an evening of pure fun. From the opening monologue where Jimmy choked up with genuine happiness at being back at his longtime home to the closing hugs on the ice at Rockefeller Center, the show felt more like the best possible mix of a old cast reunion and energetic new material. More »

The Mashup You Never Knew You Needed: 'Parks And Rec' Meets 'Twin Peaks'

Luke Malone — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:50:00 EST

Amy Poehler Has Some Great Ideas For New Lady-centric TV Shows

Whitney Jefferson — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 18:40:00 EST

Amy Poehler's string of great speeches continues! This time, she tackles the fact that she's the first woman to win Variety's Power Of Comedy award (of course, she's only the award's second winner, as it started in 2010) by pitching some women-centric comedies to the networks that we actually might want to watch. (Lord knows they haven't been able to come up with any television of much value for us this season.) Her ideas include the self-explanatory I Really Don't Give A Shit How Your Fantasy Football Team Is Doing Just Take The Kids Somewhere and That Really Hurts, a series that "teaches couples how to improve communication in the bedroom." More »

Amy Poehler Denounces Tina Fey Friendship, Upsetting Balance Of Good & Evil

Luke Malone — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 09:00:00 EST

Relax, that knot of anxiety in your chest is all for naught. While it'd be time to switch off the lights of humanity if Amy Poehler and Tina Fey really hated each other, luckily we've been spared that Sophie's Choice moment for now — I mean, who would you back if it really came down to it? That ol' trickster Amy was just poking fun at her friend after Tina sent in a video in lieu of showing up to see her accept her Variety Power of Comedy award. "To everyone who came in person, thank you," Amy said. "To everyone who made a video, you're dead to me. We all know how easy it is to make a video." With Tina in New York working on some more 30 Rock goodness, in the video she spoke of their time together at Second City, SNL and their awesome TV comedies: "We even have shows on the same night in what will be known as the last great days of NBC." [Ministry Of Gossip] More »

The Ladies Of Parks & Recreation Have A Candy Taste Test

Whitney Jefferson — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 14:45:00 EDT

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When Rookie Magazine sent Aubrey Plaza, Amy Poehler, and Rashida Jones a box of candy, they sent back this video, recorded on the set of Parks & Recreation, in which they conducted a taste test of the sweets and critiqued them. Chris Pratt was there, too, but didn't partake in the candy. Fun fact: Poehler loved the bubble gum-flavored Pop Rocks. "It's just so weird, it looks like you're eating the salt that they put on the road when it snows." True facts! More »

Not Even Amy Poehler Can Look Away From Hoarders

Cassie Murdoch — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 17:30:00 EDT

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Despite much hand-wringing about the state of women and television, one person doesn't seem too worried—and she should know better than almost anybody. Here's what Amy Poehler had to say about television's depiction of women in an interview with Ariel Levy during this week's New Yorker Festival: More »

The Women Who Nurtured Ron Swanson Into The Man He Is Today

Whitney Jefferson — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 18:55:00 EDT

On last night's Parks & Recreation we got a chance to see the women who raised Ron (one of whom, went on to marry the man. Yeah, it's weird). We already knew that Ron married Tammy 1 and Tammy 2, but last night we met his Mother — who is named Tamara, making her Tammy 3. That's a whole lot of women named Tammy controlling one man's life. More »

Amy Poehler's 30 Personalities

Whitney Jefferson — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 19:45:00 EDT

Before Parks & Recreation and her time spent on Saturday Night Live, Amy Poehler was already well-known in the land of comedy for being hilarious during her time with the Upright Citizens Brigade. In 1998, the comedy troupe was given a television series that aired on Comedy Central, but the show only lasted for three seasons. Old clips of the brilliantly funny show are definitely worth watching if you haven't seen them before, but you know what else is quite good? This series of old polaroids snapped on the set and used as makeup tests that feature Poehler dressed up in her many characters featured on the show. More »

Jesse James and Kat Von D Both Single Again

Erin Gloria Ryan — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 11:00:14 EDT

President Obama is planning on deploying an emergency army of mental health professionals to America's urban centers as we gather in solidarity as a nation and work together to heal the deeply seated pain that now burns inside each and every one of our souls. Jesse James and Kat Von D have broken up again. More »

Leslie Knope Chooses Career Over Her Boyfriend

Whitney Jefferson — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:10:00 EDT

When we left Pawnee last season, our favorite public servant had just been told she was being primed to make a political run in 2012, and we were conflicted. Though Parks & Recreation's Leslie Knope had dreamed of becoming a public official since she was a child, she had also just begun a disgustingly-cute office romance with Ben, played by Adam Scott. This, politically speaking, was a problem, and she would eventually have to make a choice. Eventually. More »

Tareq Salahi Files For Divorce From Michaele

Lane Moore — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:00:00 EDT

After it was discovered that The Real Housewives' Michaele —who was not recently abducted— had left husband Tareq Salahi to be with Journey guitarist Neal Schon, Salahi says he has decided to file for divorce. Oh, and there's something else to this story. Something...below the belt. More »

Amy Poehler's Tip For Traveling With Children

Whitney Jefferson — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 17:00:00 EDT

Traveling with children is rough for everyone involved: the parents, the children, and the passengers nearby. Fortunately, Will Arnett and Amy Poehler fully realize the potential nightmare, and buy drinks for everyone around them — no matter what time of day it happens to be. More »

A Roundtable Discussion By This Year's Potentially Emmy-Nominated Comedic Actresses

Whitney Jefferson — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 19:00:00 EDT

As per tradition, The Hollywood Reporter gathered a slew of the ladies nominated for a Best Comedic Actress Emmy for a discussion of their collective career paths. This year, the women of choice were Amy Poehler, Lea Michele, Julie Bowen, Jenna Fischer, Kaley Cuoco and Teri Hatcher. More »

Amy Poehler's Yearbook Photos Just Make You Love Her More

Whitney Jefferson — Fri, 27 May 2011 18:30:00 EDT

Yeah, that's full cheerleader regalia. Bless her and that hair. More »

Amy Poehler's Awesome Harvard Speech

Whitney Jefferson — Thu, 26 May 2011 14:47:00 EDT

Last night Amy Poehler spoke to Harvard's graduating class of 2011 in a speech that was filled with personal life lessons, with Boston accents thrown in for good measure. More »

See Amy Poehler And Tina Fey Transformed Into Jersey Shore Guidettes

Whitney Jefferson — Fri, 06 May 2011 11:30:00 EDT

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Late Night's "Jersey Floor" is a magical destination you can elect to stop at inside of 30 Rock's elevators. Upon arrival, the floor transforms anyone who enters into a Jerseylicious version of themselves — and Tina Fey and Amy Poheler were no exception. More »

Amy Poehler's Awesome Time 100 Acceptance Speech

Whitney Jefferson — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 15:10:00 EDT

Here's yet another reason to love Amy Poehler: When it was her turn to speak at the Time 100 Gala, she didn't pay homage in her speech to any of the usual suspects like Lourne Michaels, Hillary Clinton, or even husband Will Arnett. Instead, she thanked the dedicated women who help take care of her children, allowing her to pursue the career she always wanted. She spoke for all working women "that get to do what you get to do because there are wonderful people helping at home" saying, "on behalf of every sister and mother and person who stands in your kitchen and helps you love your child, I say thank you — and I celebrate you tonight." More »

Time's Most Influential People Dress The Part

Sadie Stein — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 10:33:00 EDT

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It would seem that Time's "100 Most Influential People" (or at least their guests) included Ann Coulter, Sandra Lee, and, um, the Tiger Mom. So, were their fashion choices equally...noteworthy? More »

Animated Ladies Kick Ass In Hoodwinked Too

Anna North — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 14:30:00 EDT

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Is Hoodwinked Too: Hood vs. Evil the antidote to the contemporary obsession with princesses? Its director Mike Disa seems to think so. On HuffPo, he calls it, "a funny, exciting, action film starring two powerful and well rounded female characters. Neither one a princess. Both of them heroes." Watch the trailer and see for yourself. Oh yeah — it also features Amy Poehler. More »

Amy Poehler Hilariously Terrifies Her Child

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 11:22:00 EDT

Last night on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Amy shared a story about how her toddler son loves when she rips pieces off a roll of tape, except for the time when she knocked out her veneer while doing so, which caused her to scream and scare all the kids watching. More »

Amy Poehler & Will Arnett Enjoy Mocking Her Parents

Margaret Hartmann — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 12:58:00 EST

"Will [Arnett, Amy's husband] and Amy like to pretend they're us. We don't think it's very funny, but they think it's hilarious." — Amy Poehler's father, Bill, on what must be the world's funniest family get-togethers. [Wall Street Journal] More »

Amy and Justin Ponder Teaming Up To Fight Crime

Erin Gloria Ryan — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 15:15:00 EST

Beverly Hills, CA, Jan 22: Amy Poehler and Justin Timberlake attend the 22nd Annual Producers Guild Awards at The Beverly Hilton hotel. No word yet on the cooperative super hero-ing, but fingers crossed. (Image via Getty)

Amy Poehler's Secret Past As A Model

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 09:52:26 EST

Look who had a stint modeling as a candy striper, discovered in a random search for "volunteer" in Getty Images. [Franny Glass] More »

Tina Fey's Jokes Make D.C. Crowd Nervous—And She's Team Cake

Irin Carmon — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 10:05:30 EST

Right-wing women, said Tina Fey last night, are great for all women, "unless you don't want to pay for your own rape kit...[or] you're a lesbian who wants to get married to your partner of 20 years." More »

Did SNL Steal The "Tiny Hats" Joke?

Jessica Coen — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 13:20:00 EDT

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For its season premiere, SNL—with guest host Amy Poehler—parodied the fashion competition amongst ladies who lunch. In this case, the "it" item of the season was a tiny hat. But the "tiny hat" joke has been done before. More »

Lindsay's Out On Bail

Hortense Smith — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 10:30:00 EDT

Despite Judge Elden Fox's ruling yesterday that Lindsay Lohan would remain in jail until her trial on October 22, the actress has been released after posting $300,000 bail. [TMZ]

Amy Poehler's SNL Promo Clips

Katie Luscombe — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 13:20:00 EDT

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Poehler's hosting gig has us tingly-excited for Saturday! In these new promos, Amy and Andy Samberg drop inexplicable Wayne's World references, play Ben Affleck and Blake Lively and also give a shout-out to "Katy Hoo-ha." You know who they mean. More »

Carey Mulligan Famous Enough For Vogue, But Not Glee

Margaret Hartmann — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:32:00 EDT

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In the October issue of Vogue, Carey Mulligan says, "I want to be in Glee, but I'm told I'm not famous enough to be a cameo." More »

Paris Hilton On Cocaine: "I Thought It Was Gum"

Dodai Stewart — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Paris Hilton has been charged with felony cocaine possession.

Emmys Fashion Roundup: Good, Bad, And Ugly

Sadie Stein — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:00:00 EDT

Last night's grand (boring) event gave us all three fashion possibilities — in spades. Brace yourselves, and let's dissect. More »

Wyclef Jean Responds To Sean Penn: "I Have Sweat In My Blood"

Margaret Hartmann — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 19:22:00 EDT

Today on The Gayle King Show, Wyclef Jean responded to Sean Penn bashing his run for President of Haiti saying, "I am not absent in Haiti, maybe the tent city you're in, maybe I'm absent in that."

Angelina On Shiloh: "Children Should Be Allowed To Express Themselves"

Dodai Stewart — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Angelina Jolie has a message for Life & Style and all the critics whining about Shiloh's clothing: Shut the front door, you sons of businessmen! Actually, Angie says:

Poehler, Conan and Lost All Score Emmy Nods

Jessica Coen — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 09:18:00 EDT

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This year's nominations revealed! Your talking points include Tina Fey vs. Amy Poehler; Lost's first dramatic series nomination since, what, the first season?; Glee entering the canon; a nomination for the Tonight Show under Conan*, not Jay. Major categories/nominees below. More »

Mel Gibson Condemned By NAACP & Anti-Defamation League

Margaret Hartmann — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 19:00:00 EDT

In response to Mel Gibson's disgusting, N-word laced rant, both the Anti-Defamation League and the NAACP have already denounced him, with the latter saying, "An apology is insufficient given his history of racism, sexism and anti-Semitism.

Amy Poehler's Smart Girls Series Returns For Season 2

Margaret Hartmann — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 14:40:00 EDT

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Amy Poehler's awesome web series for girls, Smart Girls At The Party, is back for a second season. In the new episode, Amy interviews 12-year-old Rachel, who loves archery and making robots. Click to watch. [SmartGirlsAtTheParty via MomLogic] More »

The Happy, Exclusive Sorority Of Backlash-Proof Actresses

Sadie Stein — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 18:00:00 EDT

Over the weekend, Hortense wrote about the inevitable backlash that takes place when a female star gets big. Which got us wondering: which women are backlash-proof? And why? More »

Britney's Bodyguard Claims Harassment; Lindsay Wants To Prove She Didn't Drink

Dodai Stewart — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 09:00:00 EDT

A bodyguard who was working for Britney Spears has quit, claiming that Brit sexually harassed him.