John Mulaney’s RFK Jr. Impression, Night of Too Many Stars Highlights, and More evin Hart Roast Reactions

May 12, 2026

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This episode of Daily Comedy News recaps recent comedy events, including John Mulaney's standout RFK Jr. impression at Night of Too Many Stars, highlights from that benefit show, ongoing reactions to the Netflix roast of Kevin Hart, announcements of new specials, and scattered updates on other comedy projects.

Night of Too Many Stars Highlights

John Mulaney performed a sharp RFK Jr. impression at the Night of Too Many Stars benefit, touching on Bobby's sobriety ("five and a half years sober... still not allowed to have more than two hundred dollars cash on me"), his past role with River Keepers ("keeping the Hudson River, whose native fish is tied-off-use-condom, clean"), and personal jabs like sending measles cards and his "gay green eyes and skin like snakes." The host shared edited clips for pacing and language.

One sour note was Matt Rife's homophobic material about a masseur he believed was attracted to him, drawing viral criticism. A novelty band called "The Very White Stripes" featured Conan O'Brien on guitar and vocals, Jon Stewart on drums, Jimmy Kimmel on bass clarinet, and Abby Romeo on vocals; the host played a short clip, noting it was rough on the ears. Appearances included Bill Burr, Steve Carell, Ron Funches, Nikki Glazer, Tiffany Haddish, Leanne Morgan, Bob Odenkirk, Matt Rife, Adam Sandler, Sarah Silverman, Ali Wong, and Noah Wyle.

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What you'll learn

1 (02:44) **Night of Too Many Stars Overview** - John Mulaney performs RFK Jr. impression with clips highlighting sobriety limits and Riverkeepers jokes
2 (05:16) **Matt Rife Criticism** - Reports sour note from Rife's homophobic masseuse material at the event
3 (05:24) **Very White Stripes Band** - Conan O'Brien, Jon Stewart, Jimmy Kimmel, and Abby Romeo perform musically
4 (06:03) **Event Guest List** - Features Bill Burr, Steve Carell, Nikki Glaser, Tiffany Haddish, Sarah Silverman, and others
5 (06:16) **Chappelle Netflix Silence** - No clips or buzz from Dave Chappelle's three Netflix Is A Joke Festival shows
6 (06:28) **Pete Davidson Netflix Show** - Records low-budget show with Joan Melaney discussing being girl dads
7 (06:46) **Josh Johnson HBO Special** - "Symphony" airs May 22nd on HBO/Max, covers childhood and family dynamics

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Show Notes

Johnny Mac delivers daily comedy news, leading with John Mulaney’s Night of Too Many Stars set featuring sobriety jokes and an extended impression of RFK Jr., while a report calls out Matt Rife for homophobic material. The benefit also included a celebrity band, The Very White Stripes (Conan O’Brien, Jon Stewart, Jimmy Kimmel, and Abby Romeo), plus appearances by Bill Burr, Steve Carell, Nikki Glaser, Tiffany Haddish, Sarah Silverman, Ali Wong, and others. Mac notes little coverage of Dave Chappelle’s Netflix Is a Joke shows, and mentions Pete Davidson taping his Netflix show with Mulaney. He previews Josh Johnson’s HBO special (May 22) and Dan Soder’s first Netflix special taping (June 13). He critiques the Kevin Hart roast’s lack of star power, recaps Katt Williams, Tony Hinchcliffe, The Rock, and Chelsea Handler–Shane Gillis moments, and adds quick items on Nish Kumar, Ricky Gervais’ animated Alley Cats (Aug 7), and Bill Bailey praising King Charles’ wit.

00:16 Mulaney Does RFK Jr
02:41 Night of Too Many Stars Recap
03:44 Chappelle Shows Missing
03:56 Pete Davidson Show Tape
04:08 New Specials and Taping
05:13 Roast Star Power Debate
06:00 Katt Williams Roast Set
06:55 Roast Jokes and Feud
08:05 Tony and Pete Controversy
08:58 Chelsea and Shane Clash
10:01 More Comedy Headlines
10:53 Wrap Up and Sign Off

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