Ep 627. Dakota Johnson, Terrence Howard, Echosmith

Dakota Johnson, Terrence Howard, and Echosmith are the featured guests on this episode of Live! with Kelly. Hosts Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest kick off the show with their usual witty banter and updates on the latest news and trending topics.

First up is Dakota Johnson, the actress known for her roles in Fifty Shades of Grey and The Social Network. She talks about her latest film, The Peanut Butter Falcon, and her experience working with co-star Shia LaBeouf. Johnson also opens up about her childhood, her famous parents (Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith), and her love for animals.

Next, actor Terrence Howard joins the hosts to discuss the final season of his hit show, Empire. Howard reflects on his time on the show, shares behind-the-scenes stories, and talks about his plans for the future. He also gives some insight into his creative process and the challenges of playing a complex character like Lucious Lyon.

The musical guest of the day is Echosmith, an indie pop band consisting of four siblings. They perform their latest single, "Lonely Generation," and chat with the hosts about their upcoming album and tour. The band talks about their creative process, their journey as musicians, and the inspiration behind their music.

Throughout the show, Kelly and Ryan engage the audience with interactive segments like "Live's Pop Quiz" and "Live's Talent Show." They also surprise a deserving audience member with a fun makeover and announce the winner of their "Summer Selfie" contest.

As the episode comes to a close, Kelly and Ryan thank their guests for joining them and tease the next episode. This episode of Live! with Kelly is filled with interesting and entertaining conversations, great music, and fun surprises.