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Jean-Ralphio Saperstein
Jean-Ralphio Saperstein is a fictional character played by Ben Schwartz in the American comedy television series '' Parks and Recreation''. He is the cocky friend of Tom Haverford (Aziz Ansari) and, like Tom, sees himself as a pickup artist and " baller", although he is looked upon with contempt by most people around him except Tom. Ron Swanson (Nick Offerman) happily invests in Tom's "Rent-A-Swag" venture when he learns that for once Jean-Ralphio is not involved. He tries to dress stylishly, makes up and raps spontaneous rhymes but usually fails due to adding an extraneous word after the rhyme, and often speaks in slang terms, such as variations of the suffix -izzle as popularized by American rapper Snoop Dogg. For example, while comforting Tom at one point, Jean-Ralphio encourages him to "Turn that frizown upside-dizzity." At the end of the third season, Tom leaves his city hall job to start an entertainment company with Jean-Ralphio. Their venture quickly falls apart due to e ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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Rashida Jones
Rashida Leah Jones ( ; born February 25, 1976) is an American actress and filmmaker. She is best known for her roles as Louisa Fenn on the Fox drama series ''Boston Public'' (2000–2002), Karen Filippelli on the NBC comedy series ''The Office'' (2006–2009; 2011), Ann Perkins on the NBC comedy series '' Parks and Recreation'' (2009–2015), and as the eponymous lead role in the TBS comedy series '' Angie Tribeca'' (2016–2019). In 2025, ''Time'' magazine listed her as one of the world's 100 most influential people. Jones also appeared in the films '' I Love You, Man'' (2009), ''The Social Network'' (2010), '' Our Idiot Brother'' (2011), ''The Muppets'' (2011), '' Celeste and Jesse Forever'' (2012), which she co-wrote, and '' Tag'' (2018). Jones also co-wrote the story of ''Toy Story 4'' (2019). She worked as a producer on the film '' Hot Girls Wanted'' (2015) and the series '' Hot Girls Wanted: Turned On'' (2017), directing the first episode of the latter. Both works ex ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ann Perkins
Ann Meredith Perkins, RN, portrayed by Rashida Jones, is a fictional character in the NBC comedy '' Parks and Recreation''. She is a nurse and Leslie Knope's best friend. Ann is originally from Ann Arbor, Michigan, moving to Pawnee sometime before the start of the series. Her ethnic background is a mystery and is often speculated about. After meeting Leslie Knope, the two quickly become best friends. Ann often serves as an inspiration to Leslie, who creates many unique compliments specific to Ann, such as “beautiful opalescent tree shark” (One Last Ride) Ann is often portrayed as the straight man, grounded and logical, opposed to Leslie who dreams big and wildly. Ann is Leslie’s motivator and the reason the series is set in motion. Ann originally came to a city hall meeting to ask that an abandoned pit near her house be filled. Before meeting and befriending Leslie, Ann had never participated in local government, but was motivated to see the pit beautification project ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Fight (Parks And Recreation)
"The Fight" is the thirteenth episode of the third season of the American comedy television series '' Parks and Recreation'', and the 43rd overall episode of the series. It originally aired on NBC in the United States on May 12, 2011. In the episode, the parks department employees become very drunk during a bar outing, where Leslie and Ann have their first major fight. Meanwhile, Chris tells Tom he must sell his share in the bar due to a conflict with his government job. According to Nielsen Media Research, "The Fight" was seen by an estimated 4.55 million household viewers, a drop from the previous original episode, " Eagleton". Plot Chris has fired Dennis Cooper, the former health department public relations director, who hung posters around city hall to publicly condemn his adulterous wife. Leslie suggests Ann replace him (mainly so they can spend more time together, as Ann has been so busy dating numerous men and Leslie has been busy in her job). Although reluctant to l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ralph Macchio
Ralph George Macchio Jr. ( , ; born November 4, 1961) is an American actor. He is known for portraying Daniel LaRusso in the ''Karate Kid'' films (1984–1989, 2025), a role he reprised in the martial arts series ''Cobra Kai'' (2018–2025). For his work in the latter, he was nominated for two Critics' Choice Awards and a Primetime Emmy Award. In 2024, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Macchio's film appearances include the coming-of-age crime drama '' The Outsiders'' (1983), the comedy '' My Cousin Vinny'' (1992), and the musical drama '' Crossroads'' (1986). He also held recurring roles in the comedy drama series ''Eight Is Enough'' (1980–1981) and ''Ugly Betty'' (2008–2009), and in the drama series '' The Deuce'' (2017–2019). Early life Macchio was born in Huntington, New York in 1961. He is the son of Rosalie (née DeSantis) and Ralph George Macchio Sr., who owned a few laundromats and a wastewater disposal company. Macchio has a younger brother nam ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aubrey Plaza
Aubrey Christina Plaza (born June 26, 1984) is an American actress, comedian, and producer. She began performing Improvisational theatre, improv and sketch comedy at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre. After graduating from New York University Tisch School of the Arts, Plaza made her feature film debut in ''Mystery Team'' (2009) and gained wide recognition for her role as April Ludgate on the NBC political satire sitcom ''Parks and Recreation'' (2009–2015). In film, Plaza had a supporting role in ''Scott Pilgrim vs. the World'' (2010) and a leading role in ''Safety Not Guaranteed'' (2012). From 2017 to 2019, Plaza portrayed the Shadow King and List of Legion characters#Lenny Busker, Lenny Busker in the critically praised FX (TV channel), FX superhero series ''Legion (TV series), Legion'', and produced and starred in the 2017 black comedy films ''The Little Hours'' and ''Ingrid Goes West''. She also starred in the romantic comedy ''Happiest Season'' and thriller ''Black Bear ( ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
April Ludgate
April Roberta Ludgate-Dwyer, Lady Ludgate-Dwyer née Ludgate, is a fictional character in the NBC political satire mockumentary sitcom '' Parks and Recreation''. She is portrayed by Aubrey Plaza. She is first seen as an apathetic college student working as an intern in the Pawnee Department of Parks and Recreation, before being hired as Ron Swanson's assistant. She later becomes the Deputy Director of Animal Control. Plaza's portrayal received critical praise, and April was one of the series' breakout characters. Background April Ludgate is a college student who starts out working as an intern in the Pawnee parks and recreation department. She speaks in a blasé, deadpan manner, and appears bored by everything and everyone. She lives with her parents, Larry (John Ellison Conlee) and Rita ( Terri Hoyos), who, in direct contrast to their daughter, are warm and friendly. April is of English and Puerto Rican descent, which she says explains her "lively and colorful" personality, a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Master Plan (Parks And Recreation)
"The Master Plan" is the 23rd and penultimate episode of the second season of the American comedy television series '' Parks and Recreation'', and the 29th overall episode of the series. It originally aired on NBC in the United States on May 13, 2010. In the episode, Pawnee's major budget problems result in state auditors ( Adam Scott and Rob Lowe) arriving to make major cuts, much to Leslie's horror and Ron's delight. Meanwhile, Andy contemplates asking April to be his girlfriend, and Tom seeks a new girlfriend. The episode was directed by Dean Holland and written by series co-creator Michael Schur. "The Master Plan" featured the first series appearances by Scott and Lowe, who became permanent cast members as characters Ben Wyatt and Chris Traeger. The episode also introduced Natalie Morales as Lucy, Tom's new girlfriend, and featured guest appearances by Ralph Richeson as "the ghoulish man" and regular series guests Ben Schwartz, April Marie Eden and Alison Becker. Th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
New York (magazine)
''New York'' is an American biweekly magazine concerned with life, culture, politics, and style generally, with a particular emphasis on New York City. Founded by Clay Felker and Milton Glaser in 1968 as a competitor to ''The New Yorker'' and ''The New York Times Magazine'', it was brasher in voice and more connected to contemporary city life and commerce, and became a cradle of New Journalism. Over time, it became more national in scope, publishing many noteworthy articles about American culture by writers such as Tom Wolfe, Jimmy Breslin, Nora Ephron, Pete Hamill, Jacob Weisberg, Michael Wolff (journalist), Michael Wolff, John Heilemann, Frank Rich, and Rebecca Traister. It was among the first "lifestyle magazines" meant to appeal to both male and female audiences, and its format and style have been emulated by many American regional and city publications. ''New York'' in its earliest days focused almost entirely on coverage of its namesake city, but beginning in the 1970s, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Retta
Marietta Sangai SirleafJung, E. Alex Vulture.com, May 23, 2018. rchived https://web.archive.org/web/20180523214634/https://www.vulture.com/2018/05/retta-has-a-story-to-tell.htmlon 05-23-2018Retta . (born April 12, 1970), known professionally as Retta, is an American comedian and actress. She is best known for her roles as Donna Meagle on 's '' [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Donna Meagle
Donna Marie Meagle is a fictional character in the NBC comedy '' Parks and Recreation''. She is portrayed by Retta and has appeared in the show since the pilot. For the first two seasons of the show she appeared as a recurring character; she became a regular in the third season. Background Donna (Retta) is an employee of the Parks and Recreation Department. She first speaks in the Season 1 Episode, " Boys' Club". She is one of the people who volunteered to help Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler) run her successful campaign for City Council. She once unwittingly donated money to David Duke, a former Grand Wizard of the Knights of the Ku Klux Klan, because she received a campaign phone call promising lower taxes. Additionally, she is a part investor in The Snakehole Lounge, a night club in Pawnee. Donna also has a storied past with men as she casually mentions that all of her ex-boyfriends have tried to hack her email. She claims to have done "very well" in South America, after several men ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
