Ep 117. Fri, Sep 6, 2019
- September 6, 2019
Jimmy Kimmel Live! season 17 episode 117 aired on Fri, Sep 6, 2019, and featured a star-studded lineup of guests. The show began with Jimmy's monologue, in which he touched on current events and shared his humorous take on news headlines. He then welcomed his first guest, comedian and actor Bill Hader.
Hader, known for his work on Saturday Night Live and Barry, discussed his new show on HBO, as well as his recent Emmy nomination. He also shared some stories from his time on SNL, including working with Fred Armisen on their popular recurring sketch "The Californians."
Next up was actress Shailene Woodley, known for her roles in The Fault in Our Stars and Big Little Lies. Woodley discussed her new film, Adrift, which is based on a true story about a couple lost at sea. She also shared some insights on her involvement in environmental activism, including her recent arrest for protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline.
Later in the show, Jimmy welcomed musical guests Yebba and Gary Clark Jr., who both performed a song on the show. Yebba, a rising soul singer, performed her hit single "Evergreen," while Gary Clark Jr., known for his blues rock sound, performed his song "The Guitar Man."
Before wrapping up the show, Jimmy brought out his final guest, former football player and current co-host of ABC's Good Morning America, Michael Strahan. Strahan discussed his upcoming projects, including a new football talk show and his involvement in ABC's coverage of the upcoming NFL season.
Overall, the episode was a fun and entertaining mix of comedy, music, and celebrity interviews. Jimmy's monologue and banter with each guest kept the audience engaged throughout the show, and the musical performances added an extra element of excitement. Fans of late-night talk shows and celebrity interviews would certainly enjoy this episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live!