On a recent episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show, Ellen prepared Charlotte “Kitty” Pope for her upcoming stint as a red carpet correspondent at the Golden Globes. After Kitty’s successful appearance as a correspondent at the People’s Choice Awards, Ellen was excited to have her represent the show once again at such a prestigious event.
During the show, Ellen expressed her confidence in Kitty’s ability to excel on the red carpet. The Golden Globes, being an international press event with famous celebrities in attendance, requires a certain level of aggressiveness to secure interviews. Ellen advised Kitty to be assertive and ask unique questions that would set her apart from other reporters.
To help Kitty prepare, Ellen enlisted the help of audience members, who held up pictures of celebrities for Kitty to practice interviewing. While Ellen didn’t disclose the identities of the celebrities, she encouraged Kitty to grab their attention when they walked by on the red carpet. Ellen emphasized the importance of asking interesting and unexpected questions, rather than the typical inquiries about outfits and nerves.
The first celebrity to make an appearance was Nicole Kidman. Kitty greeted Kidman and complimented her on her appearance. Uncertain of what to say next, Kitty stumbled a bit but managed to ask Kidman about her work and which role she found most rewarding. Holding the microphone closer to Kidman, Kitty ensured that her questions were heard clearly.
Next up was Debra Messing, who didn’t initially stop for Kitty’s interview. However, Kitty persevered and managed to catch Messing’s attention. Kitty asked Messing about her upcoming projects and engaged her in conversation. Despite the initial hesitation, Kitty successfully conducted an interview with Messing.
Finally, Liam Neeson appeared on the red carpet. Kitty expressed her admiration for Neeson and made sure to note his tall stature. She asked him about his current projects and engaged in a friendly conversation. Kitty was able to conduct a successful interview with Neeson, showcasing her ability to adapt to different celebrities.
The segment ended with Johnny Depp walking the red carpet. Kitty enthusiastically greeted Depp and expressed her admiration for his work. In a lighthearted moment, Kitty jokingly questioned Depp’s appearance, stating that he didn’t resemble his famous persona. Depp played along and explained his process of transforming into the characters he portrays. Kitty impressed Depp with her questions, and he praised her for her approach.
Overall, Kitty demonstrated her potential as a red carpet correspondent during her practice interviews. Ellen presented Kitty with a birthday cake as it was her special day, but she made it clear that Kitty’s main purpose on the show was to prepare for the Golden Globes. Ellen reminded Kitty that she would have to compete with numerous other reporters to get the celebrities’ attention but offered her reassurance that she had the ability to stand out.
Full of excitement and determination, Kitty blew out the birthday candles and thanked Ellen for the opportunity. With her newfound confidence and Ellen’s guidance, Kitty is ready to take on the Golden Globes and make a splash as a red carpet correspondent.
Originally aired on January 13, 2005