Beloved comedian and actor Ben Schwartz made a hilarious mistake during his recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. As he took the stage, Ben mistakenly thought he was hosting Saturday Night Live, exclaiming “I cannot believe I am hosting SNL right now!” Unfortunately for Ben, he was quickly corrected by Jimmy Fallon, who reminded him that he was actually on The Tonight Show.
But that didn’t stop Ben from diving headfirst into his trademark comedic style. The two bantered back and forth, with Ben jokingly calling Questlove, the drummer for The Roots, Lorne Michaels, the legendary producer of SNL. This led to a lighthearted exchange where Ben and Jimmy playfully pretended they were on a tight five-minute interview and even asked Lorne Michaels to “play them out.”
Throughout the interview, Ben showcased his natural comedic talent and infectious energy, much to the delight of the audience. The conversation touched on Ben’s iconic role as Jean-Ralphio on Parks and Recreation, a character that started off as a relatively normal person but gradually transformed into a hilarious muppet-like figure. Ben even brought clips from the show to illustrate Jean-Ralphio’s evolution, showcasing his ability to embrace the absurdity of comedic roles.
As the interview continued, Ben and Jimmy delved into their own imaginary shows, jokingly referencing a show called “Chest Bumping” where they dressed up as Disney characters and went around chest bumping. The humor escalated as they discussed a non-existent show called “Ohh,” which began as a dental show but quickly devolved into chaos.
Amidst the laughter and jokes, Jimmy took a moment to commend Ben on his successful career, mentioning his roles in both Parks and Recreation and the Sonic the Hedgehog movies. However, Ben couldn’t resist poking fun at his fame, revealing that his parents often name-drop his projects to restaurant staff in hopes of striking up a conversation with fans.
The interview concluded with a discussion about Ben’s international tour for his long-form improv show, “Ben Schwartz and Friends.” Ben expressed his disbelief and gratitude for his journey from being an intern at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater to performing at prestigious venues such as Radio City Music Hall and even the Sydney Opera House.
The hilarious and lively conversation between Ben Schwartz and Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show left viewers in stitches. Ben’s comedic timing and ability to embrace absurdity shone through, making it clear why he’s beloved in the entertainment industry. Whether he’s mistaking The Tonight Show for SNL or cracking jokes about imaginary TV shows, Ben Schwartz is a comedic force to be reckoned with.
For more information on Ben Schwartz and his upcoming shows, visit rejectedjokes.com. Be sure to catch him on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon for more entertaining and hilarious moments. Stay tuned for more talk show excitement and laughter!
