Summary
- Despite declining ratings, Fallon remains relevant through viral online moments with celebrities.
- Fallon prioritizes making his audience laugh over focusing on politics like other late-night hosts.
- Jerry Seinfeld criticizes Fallon and other late-night hosts, claiming they are chosen for reasons other than talent.
He has faced some tough situations in recent times. However, Jimmy Fallon was still able to hit the decade mark on The Tonight Show. The late night show host continues to stay relevant and a big part of that is his ability to connect with the audience online through viral moments.
In terms of the actual show's ratings, it has dipped, with the likes of Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel getting the better of Fallon and The Tonight Show. In the following, we'll take a closer look at why the other hosts have the upper hand, and how Fallon feels about it. Although Fallon's late night show has declined in ratings, they're beating out the competition in a different department.
Let's take a closer look at Fallon's reaction to the ratings decline, and so much more.
Fans Praised Jimmy Fallon For His "Appropriate" Eye Contact During His Interview With Sydney Sweeney
As per usual, Sydney Sweeney was looking fantastic during her debut on The Late Show starring Jimmy Fallon.
Jimmy Fallon Said His Goal Is To Make People Laugh, Even If It Means A Decline In Ratings To Politically Driven Hosts, Stephen Colbert And Jimmy Kimmel
Featured on Today's Sunday Sitdown, Jimmy Fallon had a lot to talk about. The host accomplished quite the feat, entering his tenth year as the host of The Tonight Show. Speaking alongside Willie Geist, Fallon looked back at his road to landing the gig, and some of his favorite moments ever. In addition, Geist asked Fallon about his thoughts on staying afloat, despite the lower ratings compared to Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel.
Geist revealed, "Fallon's rise on the Tonight Show coincided with a heated age in politics. Over the years, he has slipped in the ratings behind The Late with Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel Live. Both of which take more of a confrontational approach to the news."
Still, Fallon wasn't bothered, and revealed he has something different to offer fans. In addition, his lighthearted moments with celebs have a greater reach on platforms like YouTube.
He said, "I wouldn't say we're a political show. The other guys do that better than I do. They're great." Geist adds, "Fallon connects with his audience where it lives these days, online. Tonight Show clips rack up hundreds of millions of views, beating out the competition."
"Ill make you laugh, that's my job," Fallon continues. According to the host, he wants his audience to forget about politics during his show, by keeping things light.
Blake Lively Was Praised During Her Jimmy Fallon Interview For Revealing How She Feels About Ryan Reynolds' Intimate Scenes
Blake Lively didn't give a typical Hollywood answer with Jimmy Fallon when speaking about Ryan Reynolds' intimate scenes.
Credit to Fallon, who, on platforms such as YouTube, has incredible numbers. However, that doesn't seem to impress others in Hollywood, specifically Jerry Seinfeld...
Jerry Seinfeld Recently Bashed All Three Late Show Hosts, Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel And Jimmy Fallon
It is odd that Jerry Seinfeld bashed both Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon, especially given that he was recently on both shows, and actually has a decent friendship with Jimmy Fallon.
Nonetheless, during an appearance on Club Random alongside Bill Maher, Seinfeld revealed that the three main hosts are on their respective late night shows for a reason, and it isn't due to talent...
Seinfeld says, "These guys, it is not a coincidence that they're there. Whether politically, entertainment industry, corporate world, a lot of people are there for a reason."
Jerry continues, "Well, what do we have now?" We have Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Fallon." Maher interjects, "I think they are right for their era." Seinfeld responds, "In that?"
Fans noticed both Seinfeld and Maher quickly changing subject after none of the two could come up with something positive to say about the current crop of late night hosts. Instead, they were full of praise for the old guard, such as Johnny Carson. Fans have taken exception to this in the past, stating that Jerry, in particular, is out of touch with the current talent, and continues to live in the past.
Jimmy Fallon Was Taken Aback After Kate Beckinsale Mentioned An Actor That Had "Testicular Pull"
Kate Beckinsale apologized to Jimmy Fallon and fans for using strong words to describe a certain co-star.
It should be noted that Jerry hasn't appeared on The Late Show in quite some time. He was a regular during David Letterman's days, but that has all changed since Stephen Colbert took over.
Conan O'Brien Had Some Generous Words For Jimmy Fallon Following Their Recent Interview
It must've been a major morale boost for Jimmy Fallon, as he was praised by Conan O'Brien during the final moments of their Tonight Show interview. Of course, Fallon ended up taking over following O'Brien's short-lived run. Conan was nothing but gracious when speaking about Fallon.
He said, “I’m very happy for you,” he said. “I’ve had the honor of meeting every Tonight Show host going back to Steve Allen, and I think what you’ve done with the show is beautiful and you made it your own. You’ve done so much great quality work, and I couldn’t be happier for you.”
Fallon was visibly emotional by the moment. It appeared as though Fallon was about sign off and compliment O'Brien. Instead, the opposite took place and Conan selflessly cut off to outro to praise the host. A great moment between the two, as both continue to enjoy success in different ways.
