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"Seth Meyers: Late Night Return and Hilarious Catch-Up"
entertainment2 years ago

"Seth Meyers: Late Night Return and Hilarious Catch-Up"

Seth Meyers returned to late night with an hour-long "Closer Look" segment, expressing gratitude to his writers, the WGA negotiating committee, NBC, and viewers for their support during the five-month hiatus. Meyers thanked his writers for their dedication and humor, while jokingly admitting to being "a little over it" by lunchtime. He also acknowledged the compassionate choices made by NBC during the strike and thanked his family for their understanding. In addition, Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon took jabs at Donald Trump's weight, and Fallon sang a ukulele song about the news he missed during the break.

The Jimmy Fallon Controversy: Unpacking the 'Strike Force Five' Podcast and Late-Night Staff Support
entertainment2 years ago

The Jimmy Fallon Controversy: Unpacking the 'Strike Force Five' Podcast and Late-Night Staff Support

The latest episode of the Strike Force Five podcast, featuring Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert, John Oliver, and Seth Meyers, does not address the recent controversy surrounding Fallon's alleged toxic workplace on The Tonight Show. The episode was recorded before the allegations surfaced, and future episodes recorded after the story broke face an awkward situation. Fallon previously addressed the accusations, expressing embarrassment and apologizing to his staff. The Strike Force Five podcast aims to support the out-of-work staff of each host's show during the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strike.

Late-Night Hosts Unite in Podcast to Support Striking Writers and Staff
entertainment2 years ago

Late-Night Hosts Unite in Podcast to Support Striking Writers and Staff

Jimmy Kimmel reveals that he was "very intent on retiring" before the Writers Guild of America strike forced his show to shut down. He declined Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's offer to pay his staff for two weeks. Kimmel, along with Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, Stephen Colbert, and John Oliver, announced a limited series podcast called "Strike Force Five," with proceeds going to out-of-work staff from their respective shows. Kimmel also discusses his South Fork Lodge in Idaho and shares stories about his favorite guests and the support his staff has received from Ryan Reynolds.