The interview kicked off with John Mulaney expressing his gratitude for being on the show and jokingly mentioning that he has appeared on the show much quicker than Olympic athletes or even Usain Bolt, the fastest man in the world. He then proceeded to share some personal milestones, including his recent marriage to Olivia Munn, the birth of their baby girl, and his collaboration with Richard Kind in a Broadway show.
One interesting fact about Mulaney’s daughter is that she is only 6 months old but already weighs around 20 lbs. Mulaney amusingly revealed that when she takes any kind of medication, she requires a dosage meant for a 12-month-old due to her size. He also shared the origins of his daughter’s unique name, May June, which was based on a tribute to Olivia’s mother and the Chinese meaning of the name May.
Moving on to his wedding, Mulaney described the ceremony as simple yet meaningful. The couple was married by Sam Waton, an actor known for his roles in TV shows such as “Law and Order” and “The Killing Fields.” Mulaney humorously added that Sam had promised Olivia that he would perform the ceremony if she ever got married. Mulaney also shared a funny anecdote about his son, who happened to go to the bathroom during the wedding ceremony and announced it.
The conversation then shifted to Mulaney’s appearance on “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire” with his friend Nick Kroll. Although they made it as far as $125,000, they eventually dropped down to $32,000. Mulaney jokingly blamed himself for wasting too much time on a question about Easter Island. Despite the loss, they managed to walk away with $16,000 each, which they donated to their chosen charities.
Mulaney also took the opportunity to talk about his new talk show, “Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney,” which premiered on Netflix. The show initially focused on topics central to Los Angeles, such as earthquakes, coyotes, and hauntings, but later expanded to cover broader subjects. Mulaney mentioned that live calls are a significant part of the show and expressed his excitement about interacting with viewers.
During the interview, Mulaney surprised his father, Chip, with an Emmy that he won for his appearance on David Letterman‘s show, “My Next Guest Needs No Introduction.” Mulaney’s father had a memorable experience on the show, and his reaction to receiving the Emmy was heartwarming.
Towards the end of the interview, Mulaney expressed his appreciation for all the positive feedback he received from the first season of his talk show. He mentioned that the show explored various interesting topics and featured live calls with guests. Mulaney also discussed the process of coming up with the show’s title and the challenges of scheduling its airtime.
To add an extra touch to the interview, Mulaney surprised Jimmy Kimmel with a gift related to their shared love for Gene Simmons of Kiss and their previous encounter with an Easter Island question. The gift was a statue representing both Easter Island and Gene Simmons, adding a lighthearted and personal touch to the conversation.
Overall, John Mulaney‘s appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live was filled with humor, personal anecdotes, and exciting revelations about his career, family, and new talk show. Fans can catch “Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney” on Netflix, where Mulaney promises an entertaining and interactive experience for viewers.
