In a recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jesse Tyler Ferguson discussed a variety of topics, from Modern Family reunions to winning a Tony Award and his new podcast, Dinner’s on Me.
As a theater person, Ferguson admitted to loving crowds and shared his excitement about winning a Tony for his role in “Take Me Out.” He also revealed his childhood obsession with Patti LuPone in Evita and the surreal experience of winning a Tony alongside her.
Ferguson, who recently welcomed his second child, talked about his older son’s indifference towards the new baby. He joked about how his older son is unimpressed by the baby’s lack of ability to do anything interesting yet, comparing it to a Gymboree class that he’s already outgrown.
The conversation then shifted to the cast reunion of Modern Family at the SAG Awards. Ferguson revealed that due to busy schedules, it was challenging for the entire cast to get together. However, they managed to make it happen and even poked fun at their co-star Ty Burrell, who was absent from the reunion, leading to rumors of his demise.
During the interview, Fallon also congratulated Ferguson on his role in the upcoming film “Cocaine Bear” and then transitioned to discussing his new podcast, Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson. In this unique podcast series, Ferguson takes his guests out to dinner and records the conversation as they enjoy their meal. Listeners get to experience the restaurant ambiance, hear the ordering process, and even the interactions with the waitstaff. Ferguson has already interviewed guests such as Tracee Ellis Ross, Chelsea Clinton, and Ed O’Neill, with an upcoming episode featuring SofĂa Vergara.
Fallon and Ferguson bantered about the podcast, with Fallon jokingly mentioning that he’s a subscriber. Ferguson playfully responded that the episode featuring Fallon’s mention might or might not be kept in the final edit. They also discussed how Ferguson selects restaurants based on guest preferences, recounting the time he took Weird Al Yankovic to a vegan restaurant.
The interview wrapped up with Fallon suggesting that he and Ferguson go to a restaurant with a kids menu, much to Ferguson’s amusement. They joked about going to Chuck E. Cheese or any place with a ball pit, highlighting their shared sense of humor and camaraderie.
Fans of Ferguson can catch his podcast, Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson, on various platforms, including Apple Podcasts. With its unique concept and engaging conversations, this podcast offers an intimate peek into the lives of notable guests as they dine with Ferguson.
In conclusion, Jesse Tyler Ferguson‘s appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon was filled with laughter, nostalgia, and exciting updates on his career, from winning a Tony to hosting his fun and immersive podcast, Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson. Fans can’t wait to hear more entertaining episodes and delightful stories from this talented actor and podcast host.
