Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Kurt and Wyatt Russell Live from SiriusXM Miami Studios
Jan 8, 2024
Kurt Russell, a legendary actor known for iconic roles in films like Escape from New York, joins his son Wyatt Russell, an actor and former hockey player, for a lively conversation. They humorously recount their transitions from sports to acting and share fascinating family history from the Revolutionary War. The duo also dives into their collaborative work in Monarch: Legacy of Monsters while reflecting on the unpredictability of success. Alongside anecdotes about travel mishaps, parenting, and a comical take on James Bond, the episode is filled with laughs and heart.
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The Wig Bet
- A fan lost a bet against his late brother, resulting in him wearing a Conan wig.
- They both became Conan fans after their mom mistook Conan for the Lucky Charms leprechaun.
Mom Doesn't Get It
- The fan's mom doesn't understand Conan's humor, questioning her son's fandom.
- She attempted to understand it by watching Conan's old-timey baseball remote, but still didn't get it.
Kurt Russell's Career Shift
- Kurt Russell got into acting to buy bicycles for himself and his sister.
- He pursued baseball professionally but returned to acting after an injury.