Jimmy Fallon kicked off his Tuesday night show with a witty quip, cleverly deflecting questions about his own recent absence. Addressing the audience, Fallon quipped, “Welcome, welcome, welcome to ‘The Tonight Show’! And if you’re tuning in to see what I’ll say about my suspension… again, you’re watching the wrong Jimmy. Dad, the other Jimmy, Dad!” This playful jab was a quick nod to Jimmy Kimmel's return after a brief suspension from ABC. However, Fallon didn't linger on the topic. Instead, he swiftly transitioned to a comedic takedown of President Donald Trump's address to the United Nations General Assembly.
Fallon’s punchline? "Trump talked for an hour, and at one point he said that the European countries were going to hell. After listening to him ramble for 45 minutes, European leaders were like, ‘I feel like we’re already there.’" The joke landed perfectly, highlighting the absurdity of Trump's rhetoric and eliciting laughter from the studio audience.
Earlier, Fallon had expressed his support for Kimmel, stating, "He’s a decent, funny and loving guy and I hope he comes back." This more serious statement, made during Kimmel’s suspension following controversy surrounding his comments on conservative reactions to Charlie Kirk’s murder, showed Fallon’s solidarity with his fellow late-night host. Fallon’s ability to navigate between lighthearted humor and genuine support showcases his versatility and his nuanced approach to addressing current events in his comedic performances.
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Originally published at: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/jimmy-fallon-youre-watching-the-wrong-jimmy_n_68d3b978e4b0da7d3de2a4be
