Look, late-night TV can be a mixed bag. Some nights it’s magic, other nights it’s…well, let’s just say you’ve seen reruns of “Friends” that were more exciting. But this Monday, “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” is shaping up to be one of the good ones. Why? Because André 3000 is gracing us with his presence, and if that isn’t enough to pique your interest, he’s also performing.
Yes, you read that correctly. The elusive, enigmatic, and eternally cool André 3000, one half of the legendary Outkast, will be both interviewed and performing on Fallon’s stage. This alone is cause for celebration, given his infrequent television appearances. He’s not exactly known for being a ubiquitous talk show guest, so consider this a rare treat.
Joining him on the couch are Fred Armisen, the comedy chameleon who can somehow be simultaneously hilarious and subtly unsettling, and Lily-Rose Depp, the actress steadily carving her own path, distinct from her famous parentage.
So, there you have it: a musician who’s a cultural icon, a comedian who’s a master of the absurd, and an actress with a burgeoning career, all converging on one stage. Will it be a night of brilliant conversation and unforgettable musical performances? Or will it be a parade of awkward small talk and forced laughter? I suppose time will tell, but with this lineup, the odds seem to be in our favor.
“The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” airs Monday, December 16, 2024, at 11:35 p.m. on NBC.
