Talk Show

Arsenio Hall says hip-hop shaped his career

Arsenio Hall’s most recent talk show may be no more, but the host recently reflected on his earliest experiences in the world of television–and he revealed that hip-hop deserves much of the credit for his success.

‘I Wanna Be Down’: Brandy, MC Lyte, Queen Latifah and Yo-Yo reunite

Singer/actress Brandy made an appearance on her old pal Queen Latifah’s talk show this week, and the Queen had a surprise for her guest. During Brandy’s interview, Latifah invited out fellow hip-hop stars MC Lyte and Yo Yo, who appeared on the smash 1994 remix for Brandy’s breakout hit “I Wanna Be Down.”

Kanye West and Jimmy Kimmel kiss and make up

Kanye West and Jimmy Kimmel decided to put their Twitter feud to rest in a noticeably uncomfortable appearance on the comedian’s television show. West was very

Kanye West to appear on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’

Kanye West and Jimmy Kimmel will have an opportunity to settle their feud face-to-face tonight (October 9th), as West is scheduled to appear on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” West was infuriated two weeks ago after Kimmel spoofed the hip-hop superstar’s recent BBC interview. After Kimmel aired the spoof on his show, Kanye went on a Twitter rant against the comedian and talk show host.

The new ‘Arsenio Hall Show’ is full of ’90s nostalgia, but is he still hip?

The now 57-year old host is no longer the young(ish), hip upstart that he was when he originally debuted in 1989–but he’s still quick-witted and cavalier. Ever the affable persona, Hall still retained a bit of the charisma he had in his heyday. It’s slightly regrettable that the night was full of guests and references that wallowed in Clinton-era reminiscing.