The Ellen DeGeneres Show Season 18 Episode 111 Jessica Alba; Harry Shum Jr.
- December 18, 2020
Jessica Alba and Harry Shum Jr. join Ellen for an hour of fun and laughs on The Ellen DeGeneres Show season 18 episode 111. Alba, best known for her roles in Hollywood hits like Fantastic Four and Sin City, talks to Ellen about her new Disney+ series, L.A.'s Finest. The show, which premiered in 2019, follows Alba's character Syd Burnett, who is partnered up with a new partner (played by Gabrielle Union) as she balances her job as a detective and her personal life. Alba opens up about what inspired her to take on the role, as well as what it was like reuniting with Union on screen.
Later in the episode, Harry Shum Jr. joins the conversation to talk about his own show, Shadowhunters. Shum, who rose to fame for his role as Mike Chang on Glee, plays Magnus Bane in the supernatural drama based on the book series The Mortal Instruments. The two talk about the show's impressive fan base and what fans can expect from the series.
But the conversation isn't all business. Ellen always finds a way to bring some fun to the show, and this episode is no different. She plays games with both Alba and Shum, including a hilarious round of "Heads Up!" where they have to guess the names of famous action movie stars and a "Never Have I Ever" segment.
Throughout the episode, Ellen also takes the opportunity to give back to the community. She surprises a deserving family with a car and also talks about World Central Kitchen, a nonprofit organization that provides meals to those in need during times of crisis. As always, Ellen is sure to spread the love and joy to everyone watching.
Overall, The Ellen DeGeneres Show season 18 episode 111 featuring Jessica Alba and Harry Shum Jr. is a fun and heartwarming hour of television. Alba and Shum both bring their own brand of charm to the conversation, and Ellen keeps the energy high with games and giveaways. Even in challenging times, the show reminds us that laughter and kindness can go a long way.