Last night on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the hilarious Sarah Silverman shared a mortifyingly funny story about mistaking Willem Dafoe for Christopher Walken. The 53-year-old comedian, known for her quick wit, sat down with Colbert to discuss a range of topics including aging, menopause, and of course, her infamous mix-up.
When asked about her age, Silverman responded with her signature humor, “The pigtails threw me off. I saw a woman my age in a picture that had these and I go, ‘Oh, I think I can do this!'”. Colbert, amused by her response, reassured Silverman that she can certainly pull off pigtails at any age.
As the conversation shifted to physical changes that come with aging, Silverman joked about feeling her face falling off her skull and lamented the effects of menopause. She shared a family Zoom memory where she mentioned going through menopause, only to be comforted by her aunt who reassured her that she doesn’t have dementia. Silverman humorously acknowledged feeling like she has dementia during this stage of life, a sentiment that many women can likely relate to.
Then came the cringe-worthy moment. Silverman recounted an encounter with Willem Dafoe, where she mistakenly mentioned the return of “Sever’s,” a character famously portrayed by Christopher Walken. Completely unaware of her confusion, she confidently praised Dafoe’s work and even expressed her eagerness to see him in another project. It wasn’t until later that Silverman realized her embarrassing mix-up.
As Willem Dafoe walked away, Silverman couldn’t help but share her embarrassment with the audience, exclaiming, “I’m thinking of Christopher Walken! I’m so embarrassed!” Despite the awkward encounter, she humorously addressed Dafoe through the camera, assuring him that she knows who he is and appreciates his brilliance.
Concluding the interview, Silverman graciously thanked Colbert and reminded everyone that tickets for her postmortem tour are now available. With her signature comedic style, Sarah Silverman once again entertained viewers with her relatable stories and self-deprecating humor.
So, if you were looking for a good laugh, make sure to catch the full interview on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Sarah Silverman‘s wit never disappoints, and you might even learn a thing or two about navigating the challenges of menopause with a sense of humor.
