In a recent episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Tom Selleck and Wendie Malick made an appearance that had viewers laughing and entertained from start to finish. As is customary on the popular chat show, Ellen began the interview with her signature wit and humor, thanking the audience for being there and expressing her love for documentaries and ballroom dancing.
Ellen then went on to discuss a documentary she had watched the previous night called “Winged Migration”. She praised the film, which focuses on the migration of birds using innovative filming techniques, saying that it was “really, really good”. Ellen was surprised when she discovered that not many people in the audience had seen the film, but she highly recommended it to those who enjoy documentaries and find birds fascinating.
Throughout the conversation, Ellen shared some interesting facts about birds and their migration patterns. She mentioned the remarkable journey of the wandering albatross, which flies over 13,000 miles twice a year. Ellen humorously speculated that the reason they fly such long distances is because they get lost and joked about how they should get free stuff for accumulating so many miles.
Ellen also commented on the V-formation that birds fly in during long distances, likening it to her preferred driving style. She playfully mentioned that she often tries to drive in a V-formation on the highway but finds that other drivers don’t always cooperate.
The talk then took a hilarious turn as Ellen shared her observation about the dancing habits of birds, mimicking their intricate movements. She humorously demonstrated her own unconventional dance style, bringing laughter and applause from the audience.
After a few more comical exchanges, including Ellen jokingly calling out members of her crew on their timing, the conversation shifted to a different topic. Ellen took the moment to clarify a misunderstanding that had taken place between her show and the Jacuzzi brand. She read out a letter from the Jacuzzi legal department, which stated that using the word “Jacuzzi” to describe “whirlpool baths” was incorrect and suggested using more general terms.
Ellen then took it upon herself to call the attorney who sent the letter and clarify the matter. She left a voicemail expressing her desire to help spread the word about Jacuzzi and their preferred terminology. In a playful tone, Ellen also left a voicemail for a person named Koozie who was listed right below the attorney, humorously making sure they were aware of the correct usage as well.
After returning from a commercial break, Ellen introduced her first guest, Tom Selleck, to the audience. Tom, known for his iconic role as Magnum PI, jokingly commented on his ever-changing appearance, explaining that he experiments with different looks to create the illusion of being in high demand within the entertainment industry.
In their conversation, Tom touched on his recent milestone of celebrating his 18th wedding anniversary. He shared a funny anecdote about seeing Ellen in a store and not initially recognizing her. After a few moments of internal debating, he finally realized it was indeed Ellen and approached her, talking about how much he enjoys her show and jokingly referring to himself as a “fan”.
The discussion continued with Tom discussing his avocado ranch, which drew laughs from the audience when he mentioned that he does not actually eat avocados. He clarified that he sells them and shared an amusing observation about people feeling the need to inform him of what he has been doing during their encounters in places like hardware stores.
As the interview wrapped up, Ellen challenged Tom to a game called “What’s My Next Line?” to test his memory of the iconic dialogue from his Magnum PI days. Clips from the show were played, and Tom had to recall his character’s next line. Ellen pointed out that Tom had appeared in a staggering 163 episodes, which made the challenge even more challenging.
The game was filled with laughter and playful banter as Tom tried to remember the correct lines. Although he didn’t get them all right, the audience still had a chance to win a prize based on his performance.
The episode was a perfect mix of humor, interesting facts, and delightful conversations, showcasing Ellen’s ability to entertain her guests and viewers alike. With exciting moments, hilarious exchanges, and a touch of nostalgia, the episode was a hit for fans of The Ellen DeGeneres Show and talk show enthusiasts.
Originally aired on April 12, 2005
