Kevin Kline recently made an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and it was filled with hilarious anecdotes and heartwarming moments. The chat show kicked off with Jimmy Fallon teasing Kevin about his weak handshake, to which Kevin jokingly responded, “I thought it was a weak handshake, that’s all.” They went on to discuss Kevin’s co-star Cate Blanchett and their new show “Disclaimer,” with Jimmy reminiscing about the time Kevin invited him to join his family for dinner.
Jimmy recalled that he was dining alone at a restaurant when Kevin spotted him and invited him to join their family dinner. Jimmy ended up crashing their family dinner, and it turned out to be a fantastic time. Kevin reassured him that he didn’t ruin their family night and even praised Jimmy’s company. He mentioned how he enjoyed Jimmy’s wife’s humor and found his kids to be geniuses.
Their conversation then shifted to Kevin’s role in the film “Dave,” where he played a fictional president. Jimmy expressed his admiration for the film and asked if people still approach Kevin to talk about it. Kevin confirmed that fans still love the movie and appreciate its feel-good vibes. He humbly acknowledged the support and mentioned how he had a memorable experience while shooting one particular scene.
Kevin recounted how he had to throw the inaugural celebratory pitch in front of a stadium filled with 40,000 people. However, things didn’t go as planned, and he ended up throwing the pitch way off target. The audience booed him, but Kevin took it in stride, saying, “That’s a real sports fan.” Regardless of the mishap, “Dave” remains a beloved film in Kevin’s career.
The conversation then turned to their current project, “Disclaimer.” Jimmy praised Kevin’s performance in the show, saying that he was blown away by his acting skills. Kevin expressed his gratitude and also highlighted the talents of his co-stars, including Cate Blanchett, Sacha Baron Cohen, Kodi Smit-McPhee, and Louis Partridge.
They also discussed the unique directing style of Alfonso Cuaron, the director of “Disclaimer.” Kevin described him as a visionary and praised his ability to bring out the best in actors. However, he admitted that he prefers to find his own way as an actor and doesn’t always enjoy being directed too much.
In the end, Jimmy congratulated Kevin on the success of “Disclaimer” and urged viewers to watch the show. They wrapped up the segment by showcasing a clip from the series, leaving the audience excited for the remaining episodes.
Kevin Kline‘s appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon was filled with laughs and delightful stories. From crashing family dinners to stadium mishaps, Kevin proved once again why he is a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. Don’t miss out on watching “Disclaimer” and witnessing Kevin’s incredible performance alongside a talented ensemble cast.
