Venice News Today — November 8, 2026

The world of entertainment is abuzz with news today, as stars and creators continue to push boundaries and make headlines. In the world of comedy, SNL is making waves with its latest sketches, including a spot-on impersonation of embattled entrepreneur Elizabeth Holmes by Druski, and a brutal roast of Elon Musk's midterms defeat. These sharp jabs at current events showcase the show's knack for tackling timely topics with humor and wit.

Meanwhile, in film and television, creatives are exploring new ways to bring stories to life. From the shocking revelations of a Thai actor's on-camera antics to the lucrative business of adapting books into plays, series, and even signature scents, it's clear that the entertainment industry is constantly evolving. And in the realm of casting, some stars are reflecting on missed opportunities, including Bill Skarsgård's candid comments on not being considered for a James Bond role. We also take a moment to remember the late Richard Lloyd, a talented guitarist and television personality who left a lasting impact on his field.

Today's signal:
• ‘SNL’: Druski Impersonates ‘Crazy’ Elizabeth Holmes in Meta-Documentary (rollingstone.com)
• ‘SNL’ Weekend Update Brutally Roasts Elon Musk Over ‘Epic’ Midterms Defeat (variety.com)
• ‘The Undertaker’ Director Thiti Srinuan Reveals He Defecated on Camera for Real as an Actor in Thailand’s Taibaan Universe (variety.com)
• IP Companies Spin Books Into Sold-Out Plays, Series and Signature Scents at Taiwan Creative Content Fest (variety.com)
• Bill Skarsgård Says He ‘Wasn’t Even Thrown Into the Mix’ to Be James Bond: ‘Maybe They Were Like, “We Can’t Do a Swede”’ (variety.com)
• Richard Lloyd, Television’s Fiery and Fluent Guitarist, Dies at 75 (variety.com)