Amber Ruffin Chokes Up Over Kyle Rittenhouse Verdict, Tells Viewers: ‘You Matter’ (Video)

David Muir had high hopes for a career in news journalism from a young age and that meant he kickstarted his dreams early.The ABC anchor opened up about how he got his start in the business during an interview with Rachael Ray and the photo he shared is amazing. MORE: David Muir's confession about his appearance will leave you doing a double-takeIn the image, a teenage David sat proudly at a news desk, looking nervous but excited. WATCH: David Muir receives surprise from GMA's Amy Robach He explained: "I was 13-years-old, I had written to the local news people in my town and they began writing back to me and that was my first visit to the TV station."I began interning, carrying the tripods, and the equipment. They hired me out of college.

Ubisoft initiatives to implement NFTs via their programme Ubisoft Quartz, employees are reportedly pushing back.In a recent report by Bloomberg, several Ubisoft employees came forward to announce their displeasure with Ubisoft’s blockchain programme Quartz. This isn’t the first time employees stood up against the NFTs, Ubisoft calls Digits.

Jack Harlow has confirmed that his new single will be released next week via a comedic video – check it out below.Harlow released his last album ‘That’s What They All Say’ at the end of 2020 and despite a series of high profile collaborations with the likes of Lil Nas X, Eminem and Ty Dolla $ign, it’s been over a year since Harlow last shared a solo track.Earlier this week, he released a minute-long clip poking fun at the lack of new music.During a therapy session, his therapist asks Harlow how his work going before Harlow replies “jeez, where do I start?”Sensing some stress, the therapist then says “I take it you haven’t picked a new single? I’m just saying this is our 28th session, it’s a little overdue. Even my daughter is asking ‘Mom, when is dropping his new song?’”“I need to drop,” replied Harlow before confirming the new song will be out “next week”.Check out the video below:A post shared by Jack Harlow (@jackharlow)The caption for the clip then confirms a release date of February 18.This isn’t Harlow’s first venture into acting though.

Big Thief have shared an immersive new studio video for their new track ‘Red Moon’ – check it out below.The track appears on the band’s 20-song new album ‘Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You’, which was released yesterday (February 11) via 4AD.The video, which sees Big Thief perform alongside Mat Davidson of the band Twain on fiddle, was shot by vocalist Adrianne Lenker’s brother Noah at Scott McMicken’s home studio in Tuscon, Arizona. It was one of four locations in which the band recorded the new album.The live take captured in the video is also the version that makes the final edit on the album.Check it out below.Reviewing ‘Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You’, NME wrote: “There’s a certain looseness that suits Big Thief well across the whole record.

Jessie Buckley is riding high this week after celebrating her first Oscar nomination.The Irish star, 32, is set to fight it out in the Best Supporting Actress category after being recognised for her starring role in The Lost Daughter, alongside fellow nominee Olivia Colman. Jessie's nod from the Academy is sure to make her a well-known star – but avid TV fans may remember when she got her big break over 10 years ago, on a show which was worlds away from the glamour of Hollywood.

Love Island star Chloe Burrows has given fans a glimpse into her sun-soaked trip to Los Angeles. The 26 year old, who recently opened up about her romance with boyfriend Toby Aromolaran, has jetted off to California to shoot a new campaign with fashion brand JD Sports.

Whether you are planning a romantic meal with your partner, a heartwarming dinner with friends or a cosy feast for one, then look no further than these delightful sweet treats. Valentine's Day, which falls on Monday 14 February, is the ultimate excuse to forget about the January diet and indulge in luxurious chocolate desserts which can be made in just a few simple steps. For those looking to impress their dinner guest, a rich chocolate fudge cake topped with edible flowers is the ultimate treat.

Rage Against The Machine have issued a powerful statement on Kyle Rittenhouse being acquitted of first-degree murder and four other felonies.The 18-year-old shot and killed two men during a Black Lives Matter protest in Kenosha, Wisconsin last year, injuring another.On Friday (November 19), he was found not guilty to all five charges in his case, including first-degree murder and endangerment of safety.The trial was widely-publicised across the world and led to discussions about gun laws in the United States. Many from the entertainment world have taken to social media to share their outrage at the trial’s verdict, among them Rage Against The Machine.“What defines innocence in America?” the band wrote on Instagram.

This weekend’s edition of “Saturday Night Live” addressed the verdict in the Kyle Rittenhouse murder trial, with the 18-year-old defendant found not guilty on all charges after killing two people and injuring another with a semi-automatic assault rifle during a Black Lives Matter protest last year.

Khloe Kardashian is being criticized on Twitter for seemingly commenting on the Kyle Rittenhouse verdict amid ongoing controversy stemming from Travis Scott’s Astroworld Festival tragedy.  The reality star has been criticized in the past for not commenting on the incident that happened at the Astroworld Festival in Houston, Texas, after a dangerous crowd surge resulted in the deaths of 10 people.

KHLOE Kardashian has been slammed amid claims she reacted to Kyle Rittenhouse verdict but remained silent following the Astroworld tragedy. The 37-year-old tweeted she was “speechless and disgusted” hours after Rittenhouse, 18, was acquitted after fatally shooting two men during protests and riots against police brutality last year.

eight-hour tirade on the floor of the House, as he tossed a water bottle around to fill time.“And that brave man stopped the Build Back Better bill from being passed, until it passed the next day in two minutes,” Pirro said.James Austin Johnson’s Donald Trump impersonation got the most laughs in the skit, as he went on a meandering rant that started with the infrastructure bill and ended with ridiculous pop culture observations, which excited the fictional Pirro.“It’s terrible what they’re doing with Dua Lipa’s husband not being attractive. We have to do something about it.

The Saturday Night Live cold open tackled a number of the week’s headlines — the Kyle Rittenhouse verdict, Kevin McCarthy’s marathon floor speech, and Donald Trump’s rants — through the eyes of Judge Jeanine Pirro.

William Earl “Saturday Night Live” took on the Kyle Rittenhouse acquittal in its cold open, with Cecily Strong as Fox News’ Judge Jeanine Pirro weighing on the verdict with the trial’s controversial judge, dueling political commentators and former President Donald Trump.“That loveable scamp was put through a nightmare of a trial,” Strong as Pirro said. She noted that he was involved in a shooting that killed two men and wounded another because he had taken the patriotic step of “protecting an empty used car lot in somebody else’s town.”“SNL” regular Mikey Day played Judge Bruce Schroeder, who’s comments and actions from the bench raised concerns about his impartiality.

The Saturday Night Live cold open tackled a number of the week’s headlines — the Kyle Rittenhouse verdict, Kevin McCarthy’s marathon floor speech, and Donald Trump’s rants — through the eyes of Judge Jeanine Pirro.

Friday night stayed mostly quiet in Los Angeles, but street protests erupted into violence in several cities across the US, most prominently in New York, Chicago and Portland, Oregon.

Amber Ruffin offered some words of encouragement to viewers of her Peacock talk show on Friday, addressing the shock and horror that many were feeling over the jury in the Kyle Rittenhouse trial finding the 18-year-old gunman not guilty on all counts after he was accused of shooting three people — two fatally —  with an assault rifle during a Black Lives Matter protest in Kenosha, Wisconsin last year.

Lady Gaga tweeted in response to the not guilty verdict.Systemic oppression is evil and destroys the world #Rittenhouse— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) November 20, 2021Destiny’s Child‘s Michelle Williams simply tweeted that she was “not surprised” at the verdict, while The Roots‘ Questlove told his followers to “Stay Home.

US President Joe Biden has appealed for calm after being left at 'angry' at a verdict which saw a teenager who shot two men dead walk free from court.

Fox News personality Tucker Carlson said tonight that the “not guilty” verdict in the Kyle Rittenhouse trial was “the right conclusion.” Carlson doubtless feels the same about Rittenhouse’s choice for his first post-verdict interview.

Joe Biden reacted to jury’s verdict to acquit Kyle Rittenhouse by telling reporters that it showed that “the system works,” and the White House later issued a more complete statement from the president calling for calm.

Hollywood stars have reacted to the not guilty verdict in the Kyle Rittenhouse trial. On Friday, he was acquitted of all charges after pleading self-defense in the deadly Kenosha, Wisconsin, shootings in the summer of 2020.  Upon hearing the verdict, the 18-year-old Rittenhouse began to choke up, fell to the floor, and then hugged one of his attorneys.

A jury acquitted Kyle Rittenhouse on Friday on charges he murdered two men and attempted to kill a third with his semi-automatic rifle during chaotic 2020 racial justice protests in Wisconsin, determining that the teenager acted in self-defence.

Jordan Moreau After Kyle Rittenhouse was found not guilty on all charges for his involvement in the Kenosha, Wis., shootings last year, members of Hollywood spoke out, calling the verdict “hollowing” and saying that “the system defeated true justice, once again.”During the summer 2020 protests in Kenosha over the police shooting of Jacob Blake, Rittenhouse shot and killed two men and injured another with a semi-automatic rifle. He faced several charges, including first-degree reckless homicide and use of a dangerous weapon, two counts of first-degree recklessly endangering safety, first-degree intentional homicide and attempted first-degree intentional homicide.

After the long-awaited trial of Kyle Rittenhouse, a jury found him not guilty on all counts on Friday November 19 after he shot three men in Kenosha, Wisconsin amid the Black Lives Matter protests against police brutality. Rittenhouse, 18, was teary-eyed as the jury delivered the verdict. The ruling drew anger from many who felt that Rittenhouse got off easy, while a few celebrated the verdict on Tuesday November 16. Stars like Sophia Bush made it clear that they were angered that he was found not guilty. “The miscarriage of justice today is enraging. This is white supremacy in action. This is hideous,” she wrote. Jameela Jamil tweeted about the “dangerous precedent” that the verdict could set.

Refresh for updates… The Hollywood and media industries were quick to react to the Not Guilty verdicts in the Kyle Rittenhouse case today, with many expressing both outrage and a lack of surprise.

Kyle Rittenhouse was acquitted of all charges Friday after pleading self-defense in the deadly Kenosha shootings that became a flashpoint in the nation’s debate over guns, vigilantism and racial injustice.

Jordan Moreau MSNBC was banned from the Wisconsin courthouse where the Kyle Rittenhouse trial has been taking place, after Judge Bruce Schroeder, who has been presiding, cited the behavior of a freelance producer who allegedly followed a van transporting the jury and subsequently received several traffic citations from police.The Kenosha, Wis., Police Department said the producer was briefly taken into custody Wednesday night and issued traffic citations. Schroeder said the producer ran a red light and told authorities that he was instructed to follow the jury van.

UPDATED, with NBC News statement: The judge in the homicide trial of Kyle Rittenhouse has banned MSNBC from the Kenosha, WI, courthouse after an incident in which a man who identified himself as a producer for the network was suspected of following a jury bus.

The judge in the homicide trial of Kyle Rittenhouse has banned MSNBC from the courthouse after an incident in which a man who identified himself as a producer for the network was suspected of following a jury bus.

Jurors in Kyle Rittenhouse’s murder trial are not being pressured to say the Kenosha shooter is guilty, according to a spokesperson for Rittenhouse’s family. That spokesman, David Hancock, made the assertion on Fox News’ “Fox & Friends” program Wednesday morning, just one day after a star host on the same channel suggested jurors are being intimidated by the threat of riots.

Kyle Rittenhouse murder trial on Monday, prosecutors used a still from the 1989 action-thriller “Road House” in their closing arguments.Kenosha County Assistant District Attorney Thomas Binger accompanied the photo with the caption “The Defendant brought a gun to a fistfight.”The photo in question shows Patrick Swayze’s bouncer character Dalton preparing to fight Marshall Teague’s Jimmy. In the scene, a bar fight between the Double Deuce bouncers and a group of ex-cons is broken up when Brad Wesley (Ben Carrazza) fires a gunshot.Binger used the scene in an attempt to illustrate how Rittenhouse engaged in “reckless conduct” and acted unreasonably when he shot three people with an AR-15.

"Saturday Night Live" took some risky jabs in recapping the most recent headlines in its "Weekend Update" segment.  Hosts Colin Jost and Michael Che kicked things off on a light enough note, joking about Taylor Swift’s 10-minute performance of her re-released version of "All Too Well." From there, however, the duo launched into politics with some relatively dark jokes that didn’t always land with the audience.  Jost kicked things off by highlighting the recent news surrounding former adviser to President Trump, Steve Bannon, being indicted on contempt of Congress charges for failing to appear for a deposition in front of the House Select Committee to Investigate the Jan. 6 riots on the U.S.