On a recent episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” the talented actress and game show host, Niecy Nash-Betts, made a lively appearance. Nash-Betts, known for her role on the show “grotesquery” on FX, sat down with Jimmy Kimmel to catch up on everything that has been going on in her life since her last appearance on the show a decade ago.
First and foremost, Nash-Betts shared some exciting news – she won an Emmy and a Critics Choice Award! It’s clear that her talent and hard work have been recognized in the entertainment industry.
But that’s not all that has been happening in Nash-Betts’ life. She also divorced a man and married a woman. And with this new marriage, she embarked on a unique plan to make love all around the world. So far, she has made love in 26 different countries! Nash-Betts and her spouse are dedicated to sticking to their plan, even during short layovers or flights. It’s an adventurous and romantic journey that they’re undertaking together.
Switching gears, Jimmy Kimmel discovered an interesting tidbit about Nash-Betts’ past – she used to work at McDonald’s, but her employment didn’t last long. In fact, she was fired after just one day. Nash-Betts recounted the story, explaining that a customer at the drive-thru annoyed her, leading her to invite the customer to come to the window to say what they had to say to her face. Unfortunately, her manager didn’t appreciate her boldness, and that marked the end of her career in the fast-food industry. But not to worry, Nash-Betts soon found a job at an airline where she answered phones and took reservations. However, she did get into trouble for playing around on the phone, imitating different voices. It seems her mischievous nature got the best of her during those graveyard shifts.
Despite her time at McDonald’s, Nash-Betts has come a long way since then. She has worked with prolific writer-producer Ryan Murphy on multiple shows, including their latest collaboration, “grotesquery.” In this show, Nash-Betts plays a detective battling alcoholism, a character she had never portrayed before. Working with Murphy always pushes Nash-Betts as an actress, and she values the opportunity to stretch herself in challenging roles.
During the interview, Nash-Betts revealed that she and Murphy recently had a major plot twist in “grotesquery.” While she didn’t want to give any details away, the twist has surely left viewers on the edge of their seats. However, Nash-Betts did share that she is now working on another of Murphy’s shows, titled “All’s Fair.” This star-studded show features Kim Kardashian, Glenn Close, Sarah Paulson, Naomi Watts, Tiana Taylor, and a familiar name, Travis Kelce.
Jimmy Kimmel was intrigued and asked Nash-Betts about working with Travis Kelce, the professional football player and tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs. Nash-Betts spoke highly of Kelce’s acting skills and encouraged Kimmel to watch the show. She even joked about being afraid to watch it herself since she doesn’t enjoy scary content.
But Nash-Betts didn’t stop there. She raved about Travis Kelce‘s mother, whom she refers to as Mama Kelsey. Nash-Betts had the chance to sit with Mama Kelce during a Chiefs game and enjoyed her company immensely. Clearly, the bond between Nash-Betts and Mama Kelce is strong.
As the interview came to a close, Nash-Betts left the audience excited for the new episodes of “grotesquery” airing on FX, with subsequent episodes available on Hulu. Her infectious energy and vibrant personality made for a memorable and entertaining appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” With her list of accomplishments and ongoing projects, it’s clear that Niecy Nash-Betts is a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry.
