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John Mulaney

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8 stories · latest Sep 15, 2026 · Celebrity, TV & Film

John Mulaney biography

John Mulaney is a stand-up comedian, actor, and former Saturday Night Live writer. A four-time Emmy Award winner, he is widely recognized for his theatrical stage delivery and stand-up performances. He is married to actress Olivia Munn, with whom he has a daughter named Méi.

Recent coverage highlights Mulaney's high-profile appearance presenting at the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards, where his monologue on modern masculinity prompted broadcast censors to temporarily mute his audio over an explicit reference quoting music producer DJ Khaled. Beyond his television appearances, reports show he is eyeing the lead role of secret agent Maxwell Smart in an upcoming feature film reboot of Get Smart.

  • Coverage of John Mulaney highlights his prominence as a top live television performer and stand-up comedian.
  • News reports frequently focus on his high-profile awards show moments, collaborative comedy tours, and prospective film roles.

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  1. Mike Birbiglia Lands New Comedy 'Old Friends New Friends' With Patrick Schwarzenegger & Lucas Hedges

    Aug 24, 2026

    Stand-up veteran Mike Birbiglia canceled joint tour dates with John Mulaney to direct a feature film.

    Mike Birbiglia Lands New Comedy 'Old Friends New Friends' With Patrick Schwarzenegger & Lucas Hedges
  2. Would You Believe It? John Mulaney Eyeing Maxwell Smart Role In New 'Get Smart' Reboot

    Sep 9, 2026

    Reports revealed John Mulaney was eyeing the lead role of Maxwell Smart in a new Get Smart feature film reboot.

    Would You Believe It? John Mulaney Eyeing Maxwell Smart Role In New 'Get Smart' Reboot

  3. Sep 15, 2026

    John Mulaney delivered a stand-up monologue at the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards before handing out the award for Outstanding Lead Actor.

    John Mulaney Owns the 2026 Emmys With an Unforgettable Monologue
  4. John Mulaney Muted Live at Emmys Over NSFW DJ Khaled Joke

    Sep 15, 2026

    John Mulaney was muted by broadcast censors during the 2026 Emmy Awards live telecast after delivering an explicit joke referencing DJ Khaled.

    John Mulaney Muted Live at Emmys Over NSFW DJ Khaled Joke

The photos · 5

John Mulaney Muted Live at Emmys Over NSFW DJ Khaled Joke
Olivia Munn Sends Sweet Emmy Awards Birthday Message to Daughter Méi
John Mulaney Bleeped at Emmys After Dropping DJ Khaled Quote in Spew on Masculinity
John Mulaney Censored at the Emmys After Network Hits Audio Mute Button
Would You Believe It? John Mulaney Eyeing Maxwell Smart Role In New 'Get Smart' Reboot

John Mulaney: your questions

Why was John Mulaney muted at the 2026 Emmy Awards?

Network censors cut Mulaney's microphone audio during the live telecast when he dropped an explicit joke quoting music producer DJ Khaled.

What award did John Mulaney present at the 2026 Emmys?

Mulaney presented the award for Outstanding Lead Actor at the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards.

Who is John Mulaney married to?

John Mulaney is married to actress Olivia Munn.

What movie role is John Mulaney eyeing?

He is reportedly in talks to star as secret agent Maxwell Smart in a Warner Bros. reboot of Get Smart.

How many Emmy Awards has John Mulaney won?

John Mulaney is a four-time Emmy Award winner.

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