Sarah Silverman defends Dave Chappelle and humor that offends: 'That's comedy. You overstep'
When it comes to Tales of the Emmys, few are more bittersweet - or just plain sweet - than when an already canceled series is recognized with a nomination. It's a reminder too that you can't always judge a creative success in commercial terms.
"We were so tickled," said Sarah Silverman, whose series, "I Love You, America," was canceled by Hulu after its second season ended late last year but has been nominated for an Emmy in the variety sketch category. "It got canceled six months ago, so I've moved on a bit in my mind. But we had such a great time. We were sad when it got canceled." (It was nominated for its first season as well.)
"Variety sketch" doesn't adequately describe the show. Though it's hosted by a comedian and features appearances by Fred Armisen as Jesus, Will Ferrell as Socrates, Maya Rudolph as a French Statue of Liberty, and Sen. Cory Booker and Silverman ordering
