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May 3 2012 01:16 PM ET

Jimmy Fallon and Amy Poehler reminisce about their favorite (fake) film collaborations -- VIDEO

Poignant, daring, and set entirely within the walls of one seriously mysterious attic, Who Is “Mark Pelpy”? — a CGI-filled thriller starring Amy Poehler and Jimmy Fallon — is one of film history’s greatest mysteries. Or, at least, it might be… if it were real.

Both Poehler and Fallon had an opportunity to exercise their improv comedy muscles on last night’s Late Night. The game: Fallon pulled out a succession of ridiculous posters for fake movies he and Poehler had supposedly starred in together. The host and his guest would then spend a few minutes riffing on each faux flick, filling in plot details and making up behind-the-scenes tidbits. (Connect Four, for example, was shot in Yugoslavia. Naturally.)

Want to know more about the pair’s fantasy epic (Chronicles of Holkroft 3: Quest for the Krimson Amulet), or their British comedy of manners (Her Royal Heiny)? Of course you do! Check out the entire bit below.

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Apr 26 2012 09:59 AM ET

Jon Stewart criticizes Obama for slow-jamming news: 'You're the president! You don't have to do this s-- anymore!'

When Barack Obama lent his smooth vocals to a “Slow Jam the News” segment this past Tuesday, Jimmy Fallon’s studio audience ate it up. But as our own Ken Tucker noted in his review, “There are those who’ll look at Obama’s Fallon appearance and say he’s being ‘un-Presidential’” — after all, a sitting commander-in-chief presumably has more important things to do than trying to prove he has a sense of humor on a late-night talk show.

And on last night’s Daily Show, Jon Stewart embraced this sentiment, criticizing Obama for “running to replace Brian Williams.” (The NBC anchor is, traditionally, Fallon’s slow-jam partner.) After airing a clip of Obama’s Roots-backed appearance, the Comedy Central host said, with mock outrage, “Somebody’s got to be an adult around here!” Then came the kicker: “Mr. President, you’re the president. You don’t have to do this s— anymore.” READ FULL STORY »

Apr 24 2012 06:37 PM ET

Jimmy Fallon's getting back into the comedy game with an album featuring Timberlake and Springsteen

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Those between the ages of 22 and 32 might have fond memories of The Bathroom Wall, then-SNL star Jimmy Fallon’s sophomoric (and Grammy-nominated) 2002 comedy album. The 14-track CD was geared toward high schoolers and college students; adults like EW’s music critics were a bit less enthused by it. (Quoth our review: File between Sandler’s mediocre Stan and Judy’s Kid and Eddie Murphy’s horrid Party All the Time.” Ouch.)

But Fallon’s upcoming album, Blow Your Pants Off, sounds a lot more promising for the grown-up set. According to a press release, BYPO will contain both bits from Late Night With Jimmy Fallon and original tunes. It’ll also feature an impressive roster of guest musicians including Eddie Vedder, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, and honorary SNL cast member Justin Timberlake. (Does this count as JT finally making music again?) It’s set to hit shelves on June 12 of this year.

The title, according to Fallon, is a reference to what happens when you listen to his tracks: “So far everyone that’s heard the album had their pants blown off. There’s nothing that we can do about it.” READ FULL STORY »

Apr 24 2012 05:15 PM ET

Obama visits 'Late Night With Jimmy Fallon' tonight: Examining his talk show history -- VIDEO

Tonight marks President Barack Obama’s first appearance on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, but it’s not the first time POTUS has made stops on the late-night circuit. Until former actor Ronald Reagan moved into the Oval Office, it was unheard of for the president to debase his political capital by visiting the same talk shows that trade in celebrities and animal segments. These days, it’s a required a stop on the campaign trail and an extension of the State of the Union address (minus the drinking games).

Indeed, conservative website the Washington Free Beacon reported yesterday that Obama and First Lady Michelle — who appeared on Late Night in February — have overtaken the Reagans as the most televised presidential couple in history. Even after 2008 opponent John McCain dismissively referred to Obama as a “celebrity,” Obama has been unabashed about appearing on a number of talk shows, including The View, The Daily Show, the Today show, and The Oprah Winfrey Show. He’s also filmed segments for programs ranging from The Colbert Report to American Idol and Betty White’s 90th Birthday: A Tribute to America’s Golden Girl. Below, we run down some of his notable appearances. READ FULL STORY »

Apr 13 2012 01:25 PM ET

'Downton Abbey' as seen through the eyes of Jimmy Fallon: Kardashians, impenetrable accents, and cue card valets -- VIDEO

What could Downton Abbey, Jersey Shore, and Real Housewives possibly have in common? As we exclusively previewed Tuesday, Downton was just the latest TV series to be parodied on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon. Last night’s  PBS spoof Downton Sixbey, named after Late Night‘s Studio 6B, was indeed a Classic — if only for the surprise cameo by an SNL favorite as the alterna-version of Lady Edith. But who will be the heir to Downton Sixbey? Find out below. READ FULL STORY »

Mar 21 2012 12:18 PM ET

Jimmy Fallon's Tebowie returns with Peyton Manning jam -- VIDEO

Tim Tebow’s career may be up in the air, but Tebowie’s is hitting its stride. The football farceur returned for another performance on Tuesday’s Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, this time addressing Peyton Manning’s move to the Denver Broncos.

“Tebow prayed to God, begging him to smite the Mannings and find him a job. Just not on the Lions, but maybe the Giants, have him and Eli switch, oh payback is a bitch,” sang Tebowie, a.k.a. Jimmy Fallon, in jaunty boots and a jersey.

Tebowie is one of the late-night host’s most popular singer characters. (He’s previously also spoofed Pearl Jam, Justin Bieber, and Neil Young). Channeling the Broncos quarterback and David Bowie, Fallon let loose with a Ziggy Stardust rip addressing Manning’s recent move to Denver, which will likely shake up Tebow’s future and push him out of town. Watch the performance (complete with fuzzy ’70s camera effects!) below:

UPDATE: Looks like New York (where Fallon’s show tapes) can expect to see a lot more of Tebow, as the quarterback has just been acquired by the Jets in exchange for a fourth-round draft pick. Does this mean we’ll get more Tebowie!?

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Mar 6 2012 12:17 PM ET

'Crazy, Stupid, Love,' 'Bridesmaids,' 'Modern Family,' '30 Rock,' lead Comedy Awards nominations

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The nominations for the second annual Comedy Awards were announced today. Television series Modern Family and 30 Rock and films Bridesmaids and Crazy, Stupid, Love all lead the pack with five nominations apiece, while Louis C.K. also picked up five nods, three of which come from his FX series Louie.

Nominees for the awards were selected by the Comedy Awards Board of Directors, which include high-profile comedians like Conan O’Brien, Stephen Colbert, Carol Burnett, Ray Romano, Jon Stewart, and Lily Tomlin, according to Deadline. The Comedy Awards will be presented on April 28 in New York City and will air May 6 on Comedy Central. Choice nominees are below. The full list is available on the Awards’ official site. READ FULL STORY »

Mar 2 2012 01:30 AM ET

Lindsay Lohan on 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon': Learn how Lohan got the 'SNL' gig!

Lindsay Lohan’s NBC-mediated mini-comeback continues! Following an interview with Matt Lauer on Today — and in preparation for her hosting gig on this weekend’s Saturday Night Live — Lohan swung by tonight’s episode of Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. The genial Fallon asked Lohan just how, exactly, she landed the hosting gig. Lohan claimed that she’d been pestering SNL czar Lorne Michaels for a return trip to SNL for a long time. “I kept asking him,” she said. “I wasn’t giving up.” Michaels apparently ran into Lohan in Los Angeles, and offered her the job on the spot: “You know Lorne, he’s very straight to the point,” said Lohan. “He was like, ‘What about March 3?’ I’m like, ‘I’m free!’” READ FULL STORY »

Feb 28 2012 09:10 AM ET

Bruce Springsteen takes a 'Wrecking Ball' to Jimmy Fallon

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Jimmy Fallon kicked off Bruce Springsteen week last night, and the Boss and his E Street Band performed two songs from their latest album, Wrecking Ball. Fallon fanatics may have been disappointed that the host didn’t join Springsteen on stage for some updated version of “Whip My Hair,” but the week is early, my friends.

Tonight on Late Night, Kenny Chesney will cover “I’m on Fire,” and on Thursday, Elvis Costello will cue up “Brilliant Disguise.” [UPDATE: As initially reported by Billboard, John Legend will perform Wednesday night, singing "Dancing in the Dark.] The band then returns to visit Fallon on Friday for a special all-Bruce show.

Last night, the band introduced two songs from the new album, “Wrecking Ball” and “We Take Care of Own.” Take a look.  READ FULL STORY »

Feb 24 2012 11:25 AM ET

Jimmy Fallon mashes up Pearl Jam and Jeremy Lin -- VIDEO

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Fair warning: If you’re a guy’s guy, this clip might bring you to your knees with its goodness. Last night, Jimmy Fallon once again dove into the crevasses of his kooky mind and found a way to bring together Knicks superstar Jeremy Lin and grunge legends Pearl Jam. I like to think of this as the peanut butter and chocolate of pop culture: two seemingly different things that have come together in delicious (and hilarious) pairing.

With a Kim Kardashian shout-out thrown in for good measure, this is as close to current-events perfection as we humans may ever get. See Fallon’s howling homage after the jump. READ FULL STORY »

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