Vice Ganda. Image: Instagram/@praybeytbenjamin
Vice Ganda will serve as the host of the Philippine adaptation of reality series “LOL: Last One Laughing,” which will premiere on July 4.
In the show, which is under Prime Video, the actor-TV host “will lead top comedy talents in a riotous battle of wit and resilience.” The comedians will each deliver their jokes while withstanding to crack not even the faintest smile. The last contender who will be able keep a straight face wins.
“I’m excited to be the host for ‘LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines,‘” Vice Ganda exclaimed. “Our country has a rich comedy tradition, and it’s fantastic to have a place to showcase our talented comedians to a global audience.”
“I can’t wait to show global audiences how far our Filipino comedians will go to keep a straight face while making everyone else laugh,” he added.
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Aside from the Philippines, the show is also set to launch its local adaptations in Indonesia and Thailand.
“These [adaptations] will celebrate the rich comedic traditions of the Philippines, Indonesia and Thailand, and we are excited to share these hilarious shows with a global audience,” Amazon MGM Studios executive James Farrell said.
“We can’t wait to entertain our audiences in Southeast Asia with these shows that feature star-studded casts and unforgettable moments,” he continued.
“LOL: Last One Laughing” is based on the Japanese reality series “Documental,” where the host leads 10 comedians in an anything goes “battle of laughter behind closed doors.”
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