“New Rule: Stop asking Miss USA contestants if they believe in evolution. It’s not their field. It’s like asking Stephen Hawking if he believes in hair scrunchies. Here’s what they know about: spray tans, fake boobs and baton twirling. Here’s what they don’t know about: everything else. If I cared about the uninformed opinions of some ditsy beauty queen, I’d join the Tea Party.”

American television host, comedian, actor and political commentator

Bill Maher is an American television host, comedian, actor, and political commentator. Born in 1956, he is best known for his political satire and for hosting television and podcast programs that focus on current affairs and public debate. He has hosted HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher since 2003 and the podcast Club Random since 2022. Earlier, he hosted Politically Incorrect on ABC and Comedy Central from 1993 to 2002. His work is closely tied to satire, politics, and pointed commentary on contemporary issues.