Roy Wood Jr. On Why Political Comedy Matters More Than Ever
Before cable news became even more chaotic and political comedy became even more essential, Don Lemon sat down with Roy Wood Jr. for a conversation that somehow feels even more relevant today. From taking on Donald Trump and the media circus to debating whether comedians should be held accountable for the jokes they tell, Roy doesn’t hold back. They also revisit his White House Correspondents’ Dinner set, unpack the blurry line between news and entertainment, and cap it all off with an apology to Don’s mother that you’ll have to see to believe.
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July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
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@PaulMurphy-f1h
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
This was very informative and humorous at the same time.
@mautry1704
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Wonderful interview. We are truly living in a disposable era. Just look at ESPN host with number of yrars, including you, Joy, Jim, Scott and so on
@Iselassiei782
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Admit, Apologize and Move on!!! No hard feelings!!! That's how you do it!!! Respect!!!
@durfy13
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Bill Hicks
"As far as the Palestinians, specifically… you know, they were there, they need their land. And Israel is a satellite of this country, we sell them nuclear weapons, and you can just imagine what kind of deal the Palestinians are going to get."- interview, 1993
"I'm so sick of arming the world and then sending troops over to destroy the fxxking arms, you know what I mean? We keep arming these little countries, then we go and blow the shxt out of them. We're like the bullies of the world, you know.
We're like Jack Palance in the movie Shane, throwing the pistol at the sheep herder's feet: "Pick it up."
"I don't wanna pick it up mister, you'll shoot me."
"Pick up the gun."
"Mister, I don't want no trouble, huh. I just came down town here to get some hard rock candy for my kids, some gingham for my wife. I don't even know what gingham is, but she goes through about 10 rolls a week of that stuff. I ain't looking for no trouble, mister."
"Pick up the gun."
Boom, boom.
"You all saw him. He had a gun." "
@Ray..369
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Thank you gentleman for speaking out about independent news. The rest is junk news!
@leftwingmafia
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
I'm always checking for your bracelet now, Don ❤❤❤
These classic interviews- LOVE EM!
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Hi Tim! ☺️☺️👋🏾👋🏾
@rellenoz
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
I wish don would let him completely answer without interrupting with the next question. Let the interview breathe a little
@Wagthedog1457
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Absolutely adore Roy Wood Jr! Hated when he left TDS, but he landed on his feet! I love him and the other comedians on Have I Got News for you!
I hope to see him at a comedy show again soon and maybe I can get him to sign his book for my son! 🙂
Thanks, Don & thank you Roy! Great conversation! 🥰
@patriciaeamon897
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Sometimes when I'm feeling down, I go watch Roy's DS sketch movie "meal team six." Delicious!
@SaddleInTheRain
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Don, you have had – and continue to have – some great interviews and I would put this in the top three. Thanks for an intelligent and nuanced conversation that was also really funny at times. Love you both. ❤
@yolandawatson884
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
I enjoyed the content.
@lesliechoquette7918
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Such a good show. 💜🍋💜
@birdervaughn5435
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Don Lemon I loved this entire interview from start to finish. Thank you.
@lynellesiler1872
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
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@11Gr8N8
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
why was channel 5 news segment never aired Don? You are the beacon of truth for many and claim to be against trump, so why not air it?
@t.morrison4400
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
I LOVE me some Katt Wms!!
@doloresg1582
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Thank you for the discussion between Don Lemon and Roy Wood.
@xxsesameoo
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
I saw Roy Wood Jr. recently in Vegas
@LR-hk4si
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
This dude thinks Trump is funny???😊
@jelaine7532
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Hey Don!
I love this interview / conversation w/Roy Wood Jr., BUT, why is the audio soooooooooo low? I have my newly-purchaseed laptop's volume at 100% and I still have to lean in to hear what y'all are saying, AND I had to put my captions on. Turn up the volume!
Namaste
@VarietyD
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Blessings from Britain 🇬🇧
You & Roy Wood Jr are True Living LEGENDS from the States 🇺🇸😎👏🏿👏🏾👏🏽👏🏻💙🤍❤️
@robinevans3913
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Tell the truth keep us informed of the real speak Truth to Power 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Love you Don Lemon 💛💛💛 Roy you too ❤️
@winluvwinluv3734
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
They just did that to Ryan Clark.
@jeffhovey1810
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
Don Lemon thank you sir.
@KerryBartlett-x1p
July 25, 2026 at 11:32 pm
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