Ep 164. Amy Poehler, Harland Williams, Tomi Adeyemi, Ashley McBryde
- Not Rated
- July 24, 2018
- 200 min
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6.0 (17)
In season 5 episode 164 of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, four talented guests joined the host for a night of laughs, music, and literary discourse. First up was the hilarious and multi-talented actress and comedian Amy Poehler, who chatted with Jimmy about her new film Wine Country, which she wrote, directed, and starred in alongside several other Saturday Night Live alumni. Amy also reflected on her time at SNL and shared some insights into her creative process.
Next, Jimmy welcomed comedian Harland Williams to the show, who brought his trademark wacky energy and surreal humor to the stage. Harland discussed his new stand-up special on Netflix, which showcases his unique style of comedy. He also participated in a fun game with Jimmy called "Random Object Football Toss," where they competed to see who could throw various objects into a goalpost-like contraption.
As the night went on, Jimmy introduced a new guest to the show: Tomi Adeyemi, a young author who has been making waves in the literary world with her debut novel Children of Blood and Bone. Tomi shared her experiences growing up as a Nigerian-American and what led her to write her fantasy novel, which has become a sensation among readers of all ages. She also revealed some exciting news about the book's upcoming movie adaptation.
Finally, country singer Ashley McBryde took the stage to perform her hit song "Radioland." With her powerful vocals and down-to-earth charm, Ashley captivated the audience and proved why she has been hailed as one of the most exciting rising stars in country music.
Throughout the episode, Jimmy Fallon kept the energy high with his trademark mix of humor, wit, and spontaneous antics. From playing games with Harland to discussing serious topics with Tomi, Jimmy proved once again why he is one of the most engaging and entertaining hosts on late-night television. Overall, season 5 episode 164 of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon was a fun and memorable night of great television.
