On a recent episode of “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” ballet dancer Melanie Hamrick made an appearance to chat about her latest endeavors. Hamrick, who is known for her relationship with Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger, had a lively conversation with Fallon that included discussions about their time together in Paris for the Olympics and their love for Starbucks coffee.
One interesting revelation that came up during the interview was Hamrick’s diamond tooth gem. Fallon was fascinated by the accessory and joked about winning a thumb-wrestling match against Hamrick’s young son, Dev. It turns out that both Dev and Mick Jagger also have matching tooth gems. While Hamrick’s is made of Swarovski crystals, Jagger’s is a genuine diamond.
The conversation took an amusing turn when Fallon and Hamrick discussed their experiences in Paris. While Fallon was looking for a recommendation on where to get coffee, Jagger revealed that he prefers making espresso in his own kitchen. They even joked about the language barrier and how Starbucks became their go-to spot because they felt more comfortable speaking English there.
Fallon also asked Hamrick about her son’s potential career path. With a ballerina mother and a rockstar father, it’s no surprise that Dev expressed an interest in being interviewed on TV. Fallon even jokingly offered to be the one to interview him in the future. Hamrick shared some humorous anecdotes about Dev mistaking Fallon for his teacher and dance instructor, showcasing his lively personality.
Hamrick’s ballet career was also a topic of discussion during the interview. She revealed that she had been a ballerina at the American Ballet Theatre for 16 years. The wear and tear on her body eventually motivated her to pursue other interests, including writing. Hamrick has authored two books, “First Position” and her latest release, “The Unraveling,” which she discussed during her appearance on the show.
“The Unraveling” is a standalone book featuring the character Jocelyn Banks, a star ballerina who takes a break from ballet only to find herself entangled in various sticky situations upon her return. Hamrick described the book as steamy and sexy, akin to her previous work, “First Position.” The good news for fans is that “First Position” is being adapted into a movie, adding another milestone to Hamrick’s already impressive career.
Showing off her teaching skills, Hamrick agreed to teach Fallon a ballet move. Mindful of Fallon potentially auditioning for a male role in the movie adaptation of “First Position,” she guided him through a tour en l’air, a complex move that required arm and leg coordination. Despite some humorous struggles, Fallon managed to impress Hamrick with his turnout and successfully pulled off the move.
Melanie Hamrick‘s appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” was full of lively banter and amusing anecdotes. From discussing tooth gems to sharing stories about her son, Hamrick and Fallon entertained the audience with their dynamic chemistry. Fans of Hamrick’s ballet career can look forward to her new book, “The Unraveling,” as well as the upcoming movie adaptation of “First Position.”
