Late Night with Seth Meyers Season 5 Episode 127 Amanda Seyfried, Katy Tur, Brandi Carlile
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- July 19, 2018
- 587 min
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6.3 (21)
Amanda Seyfried, Katy Tur, and Brandi Carlile join Seth Meyers on Late Night for season 5 episode 127. The show opens with Meyers discussing recent political events, including the United States' decision to leave the World Health Organization and Trump's executive order regarding police reform.
Next, Meyers welcomes Amanda Seyfried to the show. They discuss Seyfried's new film, "Mank," which is based on the life of Herman J. Mankiewicz and his role in the making of "Citizen Kane." Seyfried talks about the challenges of playing Marion Davies and working with director David Fincher. She also shares some behind-the-scenes moments from filming.
Journalist Katy Tur is up next, and she and Meyers discuss the recent controversy surrounding Republican congressman Matt Gaetz and allegations of sex trafficking. Tur also talks about her new book, "The 41st Day," which details her experiences covering the 2016 presidential campaign. She shares some anecdotes from the campaign trail and discusses the impact of media coverage on the election.
Finally, Brandi Carlile takes the stage for a performance of her new song, "The Joke." Meyers then interviews Carlile, discussing her upcoming album, "In These Silent Days," and the influence of her hometown of Seattle on her music. They also talk about Carlile's activism and her recent work with racial justice organization Until Freedom.
Throughout the show, Meyers also touches on current events such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing protests against police brutality and racial inequality in the United States. With a combination of comedy, thoughtful interviews, and musical performances, Late Night with Seth Meyers season 5 episode 127 is sure to entertain and inform viewers.