Late-night TV shows often offer a mix of celebrity interviews, comedic sketches, and musical performances. However, sometimes the most memorable moments occur spontaneously, like the segment on NBC’s The Tonight Show featuring Nicole Kidman and host Jimmy Fallon.
Their exchange left Fallon in a whirlwind of emotions, ranging from embarrassment to heartbreak, and had the audience and fans online buzzing for days.
Nicole Kidman’s Unexpected Walk Down Memory Lane
Nicole Kidman, the elegant and Oscar-winning actress, is renowned for her diverse roles and captivating performances. However, few people knew she once had a secret encounter with the king of late-night talk shows, Jimmy Fallon.
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During her appearance on his show to promote her then-upcoming movie Paddington, their conversation took an unexpected turn, leading to a story that soon became viral on the internet. As the story’s details unfolded, it became evident that Fallon was in for a few surprises.
Kidman, with a sly smile, recounted a story that left the typically unflappable Fallon increasingly embarrassed and red-faced. The actress’s side of the story revealed that she was interested in Fallon and had hoped to explore a possible connection.
“I was on Saturday Night Live or something. I don’t really remember what it was. I just remember I really liked you…Our mutual friend was like, ‘Jimmy really wants to meet you. You can go over to his apartment.’ I’m single and I’m like, ‘OK!'”
However, Fallon was completely unaware of Nicole Kidman‘s intentions and prepared for her visit in his own, let’s say, unique way. Fallon’s bachelor pad was the chosen setting, but the ambiance was non-existent.
“So, I go over and you’re there in a baseball cap and, like—nothing. You wouldn’t talk. You didn’t say anything. You were like, ‘Hey, mmm, mmm, mmm!’ It was like a hang. Then you put a video game on or something and I was like, ‘This is so bad.’ I swear! And you didn’t talk at all. So, after about an hour and I half I thought, ‘He has no interest, this is so embarrassing.’ So, I left, and went, ‘OK, no chemistry.’ And then I was like, ‘Maybe he’s gay!'”
At first, he felt embarrassed as he realized how he had completely misunderstood the purpose of Kidman’s visit. He then became defensive, particularly about his fashion choices and hosting skills.
Jimmy Fallon’s Rollercoaster of Emotions
Finally, he had an epiphany, and Jimmy Fallon appeared genuinely heartbroken at the thought of having missed the opportunity to date Nicole Kidman. Naturally, this candid exchange between two major Hollywood stars went viral.
Social media was abuzz with clips, memes, and countless comments dissecting every moment of the interview. Fans were particularly amused by Fallon’s dramatic reactions and Kidman’s straightforward storytelling. One user on YouTube @TheMightyZack summed up Fallon’s reaction perfectly.
“The reactions on Jimmy’s face are so honest and authentic. He looks embarrassed, then defensive, then heartbroken. He legit looks like he’s going to cry.”
My West coast friends stay up and watch Jimmy Fallen or DVR it! His interview with Nicole Kidman is one of the funniest we’ve seen!
— Becky Slocum (@bslocum) January 7, 2015
If Jimmy Fallen and Nicole Kidman had been married they would be called JICMAN @jimmyfallon
— Snarky Bot (@SnarkyBot) January 8, 2015
I like the skit with Jimmy Fallen doing ‘Tight Pants 👖 ‘ by himself. I adore 🥰 him & he is so hysterical 😩. He was on a date w/Nicole Kidman & did not know it (Arrangents by his Agent and neither 1 of them were the wiser)
— Norma Jean (@NormaNjean1219) June 18, 2022
I now understand why young Nicole kidman had a huge ass crush on this Jimmy fallen https://t.co/5oBbHpmn86
— 녕귀탱귀 🍑 (@GOT7JJPJUS2WANG) May 28, 2023
Kidman and Fallon, who are now happily settled with their respective spouses, laughed off the miscommunication. Fallon playfully lamented what could have been while Kidman assured him everything worked out for the best.
