On a recent episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show, actor Jerry O’Connell made an appearance to discuss his exciting engagement to Rebecca Romijn. The lively conversation between O’Connell and host Ellen Degeneres had the audience laughing and engaged throughout the entire segment.
O’Connell began by sharing a humorous anecdote about a friend who recently got engaged. He explained how his friend proposed to his girlfriend, and jokingly wondered why she said yes. This prompted Degeneres to welcome O’Connell to the stage with energetic applause and laughter.
As the interview continued, O’Connell, now trying to be a more serious actor, mentioned his attempt to enter the stage with a more subdued demeanor. However, his excitement got the better of him, and he couldn’t help but express his enthusiasm by dancing through the audience.
The main highlight of the conversation was O’Connell’s announcement of his engagement to Romijn. Degeneres congratulated the couple and commented on their undeniable cuteness and happiness together. O’Connell jokingly expressed his relief that Romijn said yes, considering the nerve-wracking nature of popping the question.
O’Connell shared his initial plan to propose at a baseball game or during a visit to Rebecca’s hometown. However, the fear of potential rejection in front of a large crowd made him opt for a more private and intimate setting. He also confessed to being clueless about buying jewelry, as he had never purchased a “piece of bling” before. The actor expressed surprise at the high cost of diamonds and the existence of alternatives like cubic zirconia.
Carrying the engagement ring around also caused O’Connell some anxiety. He humorously compared the limited security of a ring in his pocket to that of a newly purchased car or apartment. Despite the nervousness, O’Connell managed to find the perfect moment to propose and even took a knee.
The conversation took a lighthearted turn as O’Connell playfully imitated friends who criticized him for taking a knee during the proposal. The actor shared a funny story about a friend who nonchalantly proposed by saying, “yo, let’s do this.” O’Connell emphasized that he wanted to make the moment special and heartfelt, despite his friends’ teasing.
As the interview concluded, Degeneres praised O’Connell for his recent appearances in GQ Magazine and glamorous Perrier advertisements. The actor jokingly mentioned how expensive it was to rent the fancy clothes for the shoots, making everyone laugh.
The conversation then shifted to O’Connell’s popular TV show, “So You Think You Can Dance.” The audience cheered and danced along, while O’Connell hilariously recounted a somewhat embarrassing experience he had while trying to impress some girls at a wedding.
Overall, Jerry O’Connell‘s appearance on The Ellen Degeneres Show was filled with laughter, heartfelt moments, and exciting news. The engagement announcement and O’Connell’s amusing stories kept the audience entertained from start to finish.
Originally aired on September 29, 2005