After apologizing for controversial anti-Semitic comments he made last year, Nick Cannon will return as the host of the TV series “Wild ‘N Out.” His apology paved the way for a reunion with ViacomCBS, the parent company of the show’s network, VH1.
Nick Cannon Coming Back To Wild ‘N Out
Having patched things up with ViacomCBS, Hollywood mogul/rapper Nick Cannon will resume his role as host and star of “Wild ‘N Out,” the popular improv comedy show. Some of the biggest names in hip-hop have appeared on “Wild ‘N Out,” and the show has launched a number of comedians’ careers to the next level.
“I want to assure my Jewish friends, new and old, that this is only the beginning of my education — I am committed to deeper connections, more profound learning and strengthening the bond between our two cultures today and every day going forward.” (Nick Cannon)
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Last summer, Cannon interviewed former Public Enemy member Professor Griff on his podcast, where they talked negatively about Jewish people. Cannon was fired by ViacomCBS, then he accused the company of “robbing” and underpaying Black entertainers.
“Nick has not only apologized and taken responsibility for his comments, but he has also worked to educate himself and others through engagement with Jewish leaders and on his platforms. Those efforts are of the utmost importance and that’s why we have invited him to rejoin our team.” (MTV Entertainment Group)
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The COVID-19 pandemic is hitting everybody hard. Nick Cannon is reportedly the latest high-profile entertainer to test positive for coronavirus.
Nick Cannon has tested positive for COVID-19 and will sit out hosting The Masked Singer season 5 for at least few episodes, EW can confirm. Variety first reported the news. Niecy Nash, who was a guest panelist on The Masked Singer’s fourth installment, will fill in as production on the new season begins Thursday, a rep for the Fox singing competition tells EW. Cannon is currently resting and in isolation, his rep confirms, and the network expects him to return to the series later in the season. (EW)
Grammys Delayed Due To COVID-19
The Grammy Award ceremony isn’t going down this month. The Recording Academy has issued a statement announcing the shocking setback and delay in its annual televised ceremony. The organization went online to break the shocking news to the world. The current coronavirus pandemic has forced its decision to push the event to mid-March 2021.
“After thoughtful conversations with health experts, our host and artists scheduled to appear, we are rescheduling the 63rd Annual GRAMMY Awards to be broadcast Sunday, March 14, 2021. The deteriorating COVID situation in Los Angeles, with hospital services being overwhelmed, ICUs having reached capacity, and new guidance from state and local governments have all led us to conclude that postponing our show was the right thing to do. “