In a recent episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show, guests Greg Kinnear and Jean Smart brought their charm and talent to the stage. The talk show host wasted no time in entertaining the audience with her lively banter. Ellen began the show by jokingly referring to the audience as the “riff raff,” teasing them about missing out on the chance to sit closer to the stage. She playfully emphasized that as the demand for seats increases, there may be swings, hammocks, and even kitty condos in the studio.
Ellen then lightened the atmosphere by acknowledging that it was Friday the 13th, a traditionally superstitious day considered to bring bad luck. She playfully dismissed this notion, mentioning various phobias and superstitions, including the fear of Friday the 13th, which has a name – Paraskevidekatriaphobia. She amusingly pointed out the irony and shared other unusual superstitions, such as the belief that it’s bad luck to give someone gloves without receiving something in return.
The talk show host then burst into her trademark dance routine, and the audience cheered along. She continued her dance for more than three minutes, all the while keeping the Friday the 13th superstition in mind. Ellen made light of the situation, joking that she was not supposed to dance for more than three minutes on such an unlucky day. However, she assured her audience that they were in for a lucky show, as she introduced the star-studded lineup.
Greg Kinnear, an Oscar-nominated actor, joined the show to discuss his new movie, “The Matador.” Jean Smart, known for her roles in “Designing Women” and “24,” delighted the audience with her presence. Ellen mentioned Smart’s two Emmy wins and praised her performances on both “Frasier” and “24.” The talk show host emphasized how she manages to find talented and unique guests, pointing out the extraordinary talent of piano juggler Dan Mendez, who was set to appear on the show.
Ellen also reminded the viewers about the “Best Moment of 2005” clip, which the audience had voted for. She teased them, stating that the winner was hilarious, and would be revealed later in the show.
Transitioning to a different topic, Ellen mentioned that the Super Bowl was approaching. She acknowledged that while football can be a complicated game, she had a unique perspective on it. In her typical comedic style, she shared an amusing explanation of how football involves running, throwing, and occasionally kicking a ball. Ellen joked that she preferred the calmness of watching classic films like “Camelot,” “Carousel,” and “Sound of Music,” rather than violent or intense movies.
Ellen’s conversation with Wanda McDivet, a fan who had previously written to her, added to the entertainment. They discussed the People’s Choice Awards, their favorite movies, and their mutual dislike for violent films. The humor continued as Ellen mentioned her clogger doll, which turned out to be a J-Haw Winnie Diddle, and planned to talk more about it with Wanda.
The show balanced football and entertainment, as Ellen briefly discussed the upcoming NFL playoffs and the eight teams left in the competition. She playfully chose winners based on humorous reasons, such as Seattle Seahawks because their coach is a fan of her show.
As the show progressed, Ellen welcomed Greg Kinnear to the stage, praising his comedic performance in the movie “Stuck on You.” The audience applauded enthusiastically, as she engaged Kinnear in a lively conversation.
In this engaging episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show, filled with amusing banter, dance routines, and star-studded guests, Ellen showcased her talent as a talk show host. The combination of comedy and entertainment made for an entertaining experience for both the audience and viewers at home.
Originally aired on January 30, 2006
