A motley crew of actors, musicians, and reality TV judges descends upon Hollywood next week for a fresh batch of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” From Emmy-winning veterans to rising stars, the guest list features enough variety to keep even the most discerning late-night viewer entertained. Let’s break down the highlights, shall we?
Kicking things off on Monday, April 14th, Kathy Bates, fresh off her turn in the rebooted “Matlock,” graces the stage. Whether discussing legal shenanigans or sharing stories from her illustrious career, Bates is always a winning presence. Joining her is Diego Luna, the ever-charismatic star of “Andor,” likely ready to dish about the latest happenings in the Star Wars universe. Musical guest Djo rounds out the evening, adding a touch of indie cool to the proceedings.
Tuesday, April 15th, sees the arrival of country music superstar Luke Bryan, possibly taking a break from his “American Idol” judging duties to serenade the Kimmel audience. Actress Minka Kelly, known for her work in “Ransom Canyon,” also joins the fun, while rock band Dirty Honey provides the musical accompaniment.
Wednesday, April 16th, brings the always delightful Rashida Jones, who may or may not chat about her role in the latest season of “Black Mirror.” Bill Simmons, the outspoken sports personality and driving force behind HBO’s “Celtics City,” is also slated to appear. British singer-songwriter Sam Fender provides the musical entertainment, hopefully with a few transatlantic anecdotes up his sleeve.
Thursday, April 17th, welcomes Jon Bernthal, known for his intense roles in shows like “The Punisher” and films like “The Accountant 2”. Asif Ali and Saagar Shaikh, stars of the comedy series “Deli Boys”, will also be on the couch. Indie rock darlings Japanese Breakfast will wrap things up with a musical performance.
“Jimmy Kimmel Live!” airs weeknights at 11:35 p.m. EDT on ABC.
