Ep 144. Rosie O'Donnell, Ian Somerhalder, DJ Jazzy Jeff
- November 6, 2009
Rosie O'Donnell, Ian Somerhalder, and DJ Jazzy Jeff are all guests on this episode of Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. As the host, Fallon kicks off the show with his usual monologue filled with jokes and commentary on the day's headlines.
Following the monologue, Fallon introduces Rosie O'Donnell to the stage. They have a lively conversation about her return to television with her new talk show, "The Rosie Show," which premiered on OWN network on the day of this taping. O'Donnell discusses the new format of her show and how it will differ from her previous talk show, "The Rosie O'Donnell Show," which ran from 1996 to 2002. They also talk about O'Donnell's staunch support of gay rights and her involvement in various charitable organizations.
Next up is Ian Somerhalder, who at the time was starring in the hit television series "The Vampire Diaries." Fallon and Somerhalder talk about the popularity of the show and its devoted fan base. Somerhalder also shares his passion for environmental activism and discusses his foundation, the Ian Somerhalder Foundation, which focuses on environmental preservation and animal rights.
DJ Jazzy Jeff provides the musical entertainment for the night. Fallon and Jazzy Jeff have a fun conversation about his career as a DJ and his collaborations with the legendary rapper and actor, Will Smith. Jazzy Jeff also performs a few DJ sets during the show.
Throughout the episode, Fallon engages in various comedy skits and games with his guests. He challenges O'Donnell to a game of Pictionary, where they each have to draw and guess various objects. Somerhalder participates in a game of "Water War," where he and Fallon take turns tossing glasses of water at each other.
Overall, this episode is a fun and engaging mix of entertainment, comedy, and conversation. Fallon's enthusiasm and comedic energy are on full display as he engages with his diverse range of guests. Whether you are a fan of O'Donnell, Somerhalder, or Jazzy Jeff, there is something for everyone in this episode of Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.