The unique incarnation of “@midnight” noticed a three-guest panel (often comedians) talk about present occasions by competing in a sequence of improv video games like “eBay Worth Is Proper,” “JuggalOK Cupid,” and “Tumblr? I Hardly Know Her.” After all, there was additionally arguably the preferred sport, “Hashtag Wars,” which might interact with folks that weren’t watching, however merely scrolling via Twitter. However because the present led to 2017, web traits have modified and new social media platforms have risen to prominence. So whereas video games like these are prone to make a comeback as soon as the revival surfaces, we could not see these precise video games.

Equally, we doubtless will not see former host Chris Hardwick both. The Deadline report notes particularly that he “just isn’t anticipated to have direct involvement.” And there is a good motive for that. In 2018, ex-girlfriend Chloe Dykstra got here ahead about Hardwick’s historical past of emotional and sexual abuse. The podcaster, comic, and popular culture character was unseated from his roles as San Diego Comedian-Con moderator, Nerdist figurehead, and “Speaking Useless” host. Although AMC reinstated him following an investigation (which included a regulation agency employed by the household of his spouse, Lydia Hearst), they’ve principally been the one entities that may proceed knowledgeable relationship. Along with his previously lively social media and his once-prominent podcast laying dormant, he has largely pale into obscurity at this level.

With Hardwick out, this presents a fantastic alternative for an up-and-coming or under-utilized comedian expertise. Likelihood is that we be taught of the brand new host for “@midnight” sooner slightly than later. However within the meantime, may I recommend Randall Park, Jameela Jamil, or Nicole Byer as potential hosts? Critically, let’s add some extra individuals of colour to the late-night panorama. Please and thanks.