Al Smith Dinner

2024 - 10 - 17

Trump Roasts Harris at Al Smith Dinner: The Night Humor Took a Political Turn!

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Watch as Trump takes jabs at Harris, while Molly Shannon crashes the virtual party!

In an evening filled with political jabs and unexpected guest appearances, the Al Smith charity dinner turned into a stage for comedy, irony, and a hint of drama. Former President Donald Trump, along with his wife Melania, attended the event and took the spotlight with his trademark humor that skirted the edges of controversy. His speech featured playful digs at Vice President Kamala Harris, including a series of mispronunciations of her name and barbs directed at her family. Meanwhile, Harris opted out of the live gathering to campaign in Wisconsin, leaving Trump to commandeer the night entirely.

Adding a sprinkle of comedy gold, the unexpectedly delightful cameo from Molly Shannon, portraying her character Mary Katherine Gallagher, interrupted Harris’s pre-recorded speech. It seemed to emphasize the unpredictable nature of politics where even a charity dinner could morph into a scene from a Saturday Night Live episode. Shannon's character dished out lighthearted advice to the Vice President, providing a momentary distraction from the typically serious political discourse associated with such events.

As Trump continued his routine of roasting his opponents, he did not shy away from controversial topics, making jokes at the expense of immigrants and transgender individuals. His remarks aimed at the assembled Democrats, especially targeting individuals like Tim Walz and even the former mayor of New York City, Bill de Blasio. The crowd echoed their discontent as Harris received boos for breaking tradition while Trump’s comedic tirade resonated with the audience.

The antics at the Al Smith dinner highlighted the convergence of humor and politics, reminding us all that sometimes, politics can be just as entertaining as any prime-time sitcom. Despite the tensions of the political climate, charity events like this showcase that laughter can be a tool for connection, even amid fierce rivalries.

Interestingly, the Al Smith charity dinner has a long-standing tradition of blending politics and comedy, dating back to 1945. It brings together leaders from both sides of the aisle for a night of humor and goodwill while raising funds for those in need. Additionally, the event gained international attention, and members of the Canadian media were quick to report on how American political comedy affects their own political landscape, proving that a laugh truly knows no borders!

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Trump attends Al Smith dinner while Harris appears in pre-recorded ... (CBS News)

Former President Donald Trump and his wife Melania attended the Al Smith charity dinner, while Vice President Kamala Harris skipped the event to stay on the ...

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Trump insults Harris at Al Smith dinner while she barnstorms ... (CNN)

Former President Donald Trump on Thursday night insulted Vice President Kamala Harris' family, repeatedly mispronounced her name and complained about how ...

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Molly Shannon's Mary Katherine Gallagher Interrupts Kamala Harris ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Molly Shannon's Mary Katherine Gallagher made a surprise appearance during Kamala Harris' virtual speech at the annual Al Smith charity dinner.

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Donald Trump Gets The Spotlight To Skewer Democrats At Al Smith ... (Deadline)

Donald Trump had the spotlight to himself at the Al Smith Dinner, making jokes about immigrants, transgender Americans and his political rivals.

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Al Smith Dinner: Molly Shannon Joins Kamala Harris's Speech (Vulture)

Molly Shannon reprises her 'Superstar' role as Mary Katherine, and she gives some advice to VP Kamala Harris in a video for the Al Smith dinner.

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Kamala Harris booed at Al Smith Dinner in NYC; Trump botches her ... (Hindustan Times)

The crowd at the Al Smith Dinner in New York was not pleased with Kamala Harris breaking tradition and joined Donald Trump in booing the VP.

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Harris roasts Trump with help from SNL icon in pre-recorded speech ... (The Independent)

The vice president skipped the star-studded charity dinner in New York to campaign in Wisconsin.

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Full list of Donald Trump jokes at Al Smith dinner (Newsweek)

Former President Donald Trump used his address to roast Kamala Harris and Tim Walz while making gags about the attempts on his life.

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Trump delivers a pointed and at times bitter speech at Al Smith ... (KSBW The Central Coast)

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"I don't give a s--t if this is comedy or not. He was a terrible mayor," Trump said of de Blasio, who was also at the Al Smith dinner.

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Best, Worst and Most Awkward Lines at the Al Smith Dinner (The New York Times)

Former President Donald J. Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris both delivered remarks to the Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation Dinner, Ms. Harris in a ...

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Former President Donald Trump delivered barbed remarks, Vice President Kamala Harris called for unity and honesty in a prerecorded video, and $10 million ...

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Trump delivers a pointed and at times bitter speech at Al Smith ... (CTV News)

Former U.S. president Donald Trump laced into U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and other Democrats on Thursday in a pointed and at times bitter speech as ...

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Trump reveals 'people from Fox' helped him write Al Smith dinner ... (CNN)

Former President Donald Trump said Friday that Fox News staffers helped him write his speech for the Al Smith charity dinner, in which he cracked jokes and ...

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Trump insults Harris at Al Smith dinner while she barnstorms ... (KTVZ)

(CNN) — Former President Donald Trump on Thursday night insulted Vice President Kamala Harris' family, repeatedly mispronounced her name and complained about ...

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Trump and Harris trade jabs at Al Smith Dinner, though Harris wasn't ... (ABC News)

The New York Archdiocese's star-studded gala has been a staple in election years since 1960. But only one candidate is showing up in person this year.

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Donald Trump cracked jokes and Kamala Harris sent a video skit - but both tried to score political points.

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Trump reveals 'people from Fox' helped him write Al Smith dinner ... (KTVZ)

New York (CNN) — Former President Donald Trump said Friday that Fox News staffers helped him write his speech for the Al Smith charity dinner, ...

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Trending moments from the Al Smith dinner: Trump quips about ... (USA TODAY)

Donald Trump appeared at a New York charity dinner known for its good humored talks. He attacked Harris and himself in these trending moments.

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Trump Among New York's Elites at the Al Smith Dinner: It Got Awkward (The New York Times)

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Trump says he got help from 'a couple of people' at Fox News with ... (Spectrum News NY1)

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Trump said he had asked some staffers at Fox News for writing help, but Semafor has learned he was likely referring to the conservative radio host, ...

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Trump says Fox voices helped write his controversial Al Smith remarks (MSNBC)

In a moment of accidental candor, Trump peeled back a curtain and acknowledged that "a couple people from Fox" helped him write jokes for the Al Smith ...

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Donald Trump says Fox News staffers helped him write Al Smith ... (Newsweek)

While Fox staffers helped with his monologue, he disliked most of their suggestions, the former president said.

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