Fight Promoter Jimmy Kimmel Won Late Night This Week

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Let’s talk about the publicity tour for Now You See Me: Now You Don’t. Honestly, that title would have been perfect for the second movie – this one should be called Now You Three Me! But what’s really interesting is that so far, only Jesse Eisenberg has actually performed a magic trick on a talk show – he did a mind-reading trick on Jimmy Fallon, which was entertaining. Shouldn’t the whole cast be doing that? We need some exciting moments on late-night TV! Isla Fisher’s standout moment on Late Night With Seth Meyers wasn’t a traditional trick, but when she repeatedly called Dave Franco “Wet Dave” to describe how attractive she finds him when he’s wet. It was memorable! Being on late-night TV is a bit like being a performing dog – we’re happy to applaud, but you need to do something, like a little spin or wear a funny hat. So, here’s a look at who delivered the best performances on late-night shows this week.

5.
Jon Stewart Is Just So Good at This

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=p2_cRrKScvE

Do you remember when Stephen Colbert’s team suggested a segment about Gaza to Zohran Mamdani? To be fair, those pushing Mamdani on the issue weren’t acting in good faith, so responding in kind makes some sense. What really stood out to me during Mamdani’s conversation with Jon Stewart on The Daily Show was that he had enough time at the beginning to discuss important topics seriously, which allowed him to relax and do some lighter segments towards the end. That’s thanks to the length of the interview, but also to Stewart’s skill as an interviewer. He truly connects with his guests, understanding their perspective and asking questions that get to the heart of the matter. Like his recent talk with Bernie Sanders, it was a genuine exchange of ideas.

4.
Sarah Paulson and Stephen Colbert Have a Walk-Off

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=jmZnF1Tm3Bg

It was a total runway show! Sarah Paulson gave Stephen Colbert a crash course in modeling, and he picked it up quickly – he’s a naturally funny physical performer. It really makes you think about Strangers With Candy as a precursor to today’s quirky, unconventional comedy. I’m hoping his next project includes some dancing. And honestly, Paulson and Colbert just seem to genuinely enjoy being around each other, which is lovely to watch. I could listen to Paulson talk about movie nights with Kim Kardashian forever.

3.
Ethan Hawke Is Not Ready for This Play

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=lCcGlT_gyYM

Ethan Hawke unexpectedly participated in a sketch on Late Night With Seth Meyers, which is a refreshing change of pace for late-night television. The show often features quirky, offbeat comedy, keeping alive the tradition of shows like Letterman and Conan. Usually, it’s just Seth Meyers and the cast doing sketches, so it was a fun surprise to see Hawke join in. The bit started as a typical talk show conversation about an upcoming play, but quickly turned into a fully-fledged sketch, which was a delightful twist.

2.
The Daily Show Gets Spooky for Halloween

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=I2BjRIIchbg

Marjorie Taylor Greene is acting strangely lately. She’s been disagreeing with core Republican positions on issues like the potential government shutdown and healthcare, which feels calculated. This week, The Daily Show with Desi Lydic offered a particularly insightful take on Greene’s behavior and how unsettling it is to find yourself on the same side as someone who’s expressed conspiracy theories. Troy Iwata’s supporting work on the segment brilliantly evoked the atmosphere of Invasion of the Body Snatchers.

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Jimmy Kimmel Challenges the President

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=fKlrYNXtmvU

Jimmy Kimmel jokingly challenged Donald Trump to an IQ test against Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez or Jasmine Crockett. What started as a week-long bit ended with Representative Crockett appearing on Kimmel’s show – seemingly having the time for it. This kind of playful, attention-grabbing stunt is typical for Kimmel, who previously attempted a basketball game with Ted Cruz. He thrives on creating these entertaining, though often unrealistic, scenarios, much like a fight promoter. While this IQ test showdown is unlikely to actually happen, the segment did confirm that Jasmine Crockett can readily identify an elephant.

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2025-10-31 17:54