Ep 88. Wed, Jun 19, 2019

The episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! season 17 episode 88, which aired on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, featured a variety of celebrity guests and comedic sketches.

The show opened with Kimmel's monologue, in which he joked about news events of the day and covered topics such as politics, sports, and pop culture. He also shared humorous anecdotes about his own life and family.

The first guest of the night was actor Rami Malek, who discussed his upcoming role playing Freddie Mercury in the biopic film Bohemian Rhapsody. In the interview, Malek talked about the challenges of portraying such a beloved and iconic performer, as well as his own experiences with music and performing.

Next up was actress Kristen Bell, who talked about her new animated television series, Central Park. Bell discussed her role as the voice of a young girl who lives in the famous New York City park, and shared stories about her own experiences growing up in the city.

Later in the show, musician Gary Clark Jr. performed his hit song, "This Land," accompanied by a full band on stage. Clark's soulful performance received rousing applause from the audience.

In addition to these guests, Kimmel also featured a variety of comedic sketches and segments throughout the show. One segment, called "Can You Name a Country?" featured Kimmel's roving reporter asking people on the street to name a country that starts with the letter "U." The results were predictably hilarious.

Another sketch, called "Lie Witness News," featured the show's staff asking people on the street about a fake news story (in this case, a proposal to ban the national anthem), and then revealing the truth to them on camera. The resulting reactions were both shocking and funny.

Overall, the episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! season 17 episode 88 was a lively and entertaining mix of celebrity interviews, musical performances, and comedic sketches. It showcased Kimmel's talent for bringing together a diverse range of guests and topics, and his ability to find the humor in even the most serious of subjects.