Degeneres explained that she would do her usual routine, but when she said goodbye at the end of the first show, she would come right back with a new outfit to start the second show. She compared the unique format to a “share concert,” ensuring that her audience would get the most out of their experience.
But the surprises didn’t stop there. Ellen then revealed that there was a Jacuzzi in the studio’s Riff Raff room, which had been moved there for health reasons. And to make things even more exciting, she announced that throughout the day, more audience members would be chosen to join her in the Jacuzzi, whether they liked it or not!
The guest for the day was none other than Hollywood actor Vince Vaughn, known for his roles in movies like “Swingers” and “Old School.” Vaughn was there to promote his new movie, “The Wedding Crashers,” which was receiving a lot of buzz.
During their conversation, Vaughn and Degeneres discussed their newfound commitment to quitting smoking, with Vaughn proudly announcing that he had been smoke-free for over three months. And to celebrate, Degeneres suggested they both get in the Jacuzzi with the other audience members, but Vaughn expressed concern about being miked while submerged in water.
As the show progressed, Vaughn and Degeneres engaged in their usual playful banter. Vaughn shared stories about his attempts at exercising and staying fit, including playing tennis, lifting weights, and even injuring his foot. As the audience laughed along, Vaughn’s comedic timing and storytelling skills shone through.
Later in the show, Degeneres had a surprise for Vaughn – a video of a baby saying his name. This was a humorous callback to a previous episode where Degeneres had called actress Brittany Murphy a liar for claiming she spoke at four and a half months old. The video proved that babies could indeed speak at a young age, and Degeneres had to admit that she was wrong.
But the highlight of the episode came towards the end when Degeneres, Vaughn, and another special guest, Owen Wilson, prepared for a go-kart race. After some friendly banter and anticipation, the race began. With cheers from the audience, Vaughn eventually emerged as the winner, giving him the title of the first-ever Ellen Degeneres Grand Prix champion.
With all the excitement and surprises packed into two full episodes, “The Ellen Degeneres Show” delivered a double dose of entertainment. From Vaughn’s hilarious anecdotes to the unexpected Jacuzzi moments, viewers were left thoroughly entertained and eager for more. “The Wedding Crashers” opened in theaters on July 15th, but the memories of this unforgettable talk show appearance would last a lifetime.
Originally aired on April 28, 2005
