On a recent episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live, there was no shortage of excitement and entertainment. Host Jimmy Kimmel kicked off the show with his signature charm, expressing his gratitude to the audience for joining him after a short Thanksgiving break. He shared anecdotes about his Italian-American Thanksgiving feast, complete with traditional dishes like lasagna and bread.
But the real highlight came when Kimmel received an unexpected visitor backstage. None other than pop star Meghan Trainor dropped by to share news of their upcoming holiday song collaboration. Excited about the project, Trainor asked if she could perform the song on the show. Kimmel, thrilled by the idea, willingly agreed, making it clear that he would love to have her as a guest.
In the midst of their conversation, Kimmel’s doppelganger, security guards mistook Trainor for the host and let her pass. Kimmel jokingly remarked that it was a common occurrence as people often mistake him for others. After a brief exchange, Trainor and Kimmel headed down to the stage where they were welcomed by the enthusiastic crowd.
Once the show began, Kimmel wasted no time diving into some topical humor. He couldn’t resist poking fun at the Cyber Monday shopping frenzy, jokingly describing how he celebrated the day by sending vaguely flirtatious messages to an Amazon customer service chatbot. Kimmel also playfully commented on the price of gas and milk, contrasting it with how affordable electronics have become.
The monologue took an unexpected turn when Kimmel shared a tweet from controversial figure Marjorie Taylor Greene. Known for her controversial views, Greene reached out to Kimmel on Twitter, expressing her desire to appear on the show to discuss her book and “save America.” Kimmel acknowledged that while part of him wanted to invite her on the show to see her wait in the green room for hours, he ultimately declined the offer due to past conflicts. He also humorously shared how Greene had called the police on him for a joke, further enforcing his decision not to have her as a guest.
As the show progressed, Kimmel covered a range of topics, including the impending expulsion of Congressman George Santos from the House of Representatives. Santos, known for his outspoken nature and his refusal to go quietly, has gained attention for his controversial statements. Kimmel spoke humorously about Santos wearing his expulsion like a badge of honor alongside his medals.
Adding a touch of musical gossip to the mix, Kimmel discussed the surprising news that the legendary duo Hall & Oates were facing a rift. Daryl Hall had reportedly filed a restraining order against John Oates, leaving fans shocked. Kimmel expressed his love for the duo and their timeless music, playfully suggesting that their reunion should be facilitated on his show.
Closing out the night, Kimmel announced the lineup for upcoming episodes, including guests like Jimmy Fallon and sports legend Michael Irving. He also promised a performance from Jeremy Allen White and teased a potential reunion or resolution for Hall & Oates.
With its mix of humor, celebrity gossip, and unexpected surprises, this episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live certainly lived up to its reputation as a lively and entertaining talk show.
