Ep 4. Paris Is My New BFF
- TV-14
- June 29, 2009
- 43 min
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(14)
Kathy Griffin My Life On The D List is an American reality television series that follows Kathy Griffin and her day to day life as a comedienne living on the outskirts of Hollywood, trying to make herself relevant again after being dethroned from the A-list. Season 5 episode 4 entitled Paris Is My New BFF follows Kathy as she adventures to France to perform in a comedy show and winds up getting more than she bargained for.
Kathy Griffin has always been a character with a lot of opinions, but things get even more interesting when she travels to Paris and meets up with her new BFF - Paris Hilton. Proclaiming that she finally found her "soulmate," Kathy shows Paris around the City of Lights and they discuss everything from Paris's former flame Benji Madden to Paris's new responsibilities as the heiress to the Hilton Hotel empire. Kathy is amazed at how grounded and mature Paris has become, and the two bond over their shared love of fashion and gossip.
As the episode progresses, Kathy prepares for her comedy show at the legendary L'Olympia theatre in Paris, where she must adapt her jokes to a new cultural perspective. She talks about everything from the French's love of smoking to their disgust with American politics, but struggles to keep up with the pace of the native French language. Meanwhile, Paris helps her friend relax before the big night by taking her on a shopping spree and treating her to a spa day, complete with a signature French facial.
On the day of the show, Kathy is nervous and excited as she steps onto the stage to perform in front of a sold-out crowd. The audience is a mix of Americans and French natives, and Kathy is unsure how they'll receive her material. But, as it turns out, her fears are unfounded as the crowd roars with laughter at her jokes about her mother, Ryan Seacrest, and even the city of Paris itself. She brings down the house with a series of songs and impressions, including one of her most beloved characters, Maggie Smith.
After the show, Kathy and Paris bask in the glow of their successful day in Paris. They sit under the Eiffel Tower and reflect on the adventures they've had together, as well as what they hope for the future. Kathy marvels at how far she's come in her career since starting on the D-list, and how grateful she is for the new relationships she's forged along the way. Paris, too, is grateful for the bond she's formed with Kathy, and promises to always be there for her in the future.
In the end, Kathy Griffin My Life On The D List season 5 episode 4 is a heartwarming testament to the power of friendship and the magic of Paris. With its mix of celebrity gossip, high fashion, and hilarious comedy, it's a must-watch for fans of Kathy Griffin and anyone who loves a good laugh.