The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Jimmy Fallon: I Wasn’t Prepared For The Hate… It Was Brutal. I Was Starving, Living on $7.25!
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Jun 2, 2025 
Join Jimmy Fallon, Emmy-winning comedian and beloved host of 'The Tonight Show', as he opens up about the harsh realities of the entertainment industry. He shares how humor became his secret weapon amidst struggles and hate. Jimmy reflects on his strict upbringing, revealing how his desire to please others shaped his career. He candidly discusses the emotional toll of his journey, including a poignant moment of self-doubt during his rise to fame. With heartfelt anecdotes, he emphasizes the role of family support in chasing dreams.
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Early Comedy Struggle and SNL Failure
- Jimmy Fallon describes his early struggles in comedy and his first failed SNL audition.
- He was so certain he would be on SNL that he had extreme pressure on himself to succeed early.
People Pleaser Roots and Altar Boy Beginnings
- Jimmy Fallon always wanted to please people, stemming from childhood.
- Being an altar boy gave him early experience performing and entertaining an audience.
Strict Catholic Upbringing and Father’s Discipline
- Jimmy describes his strict Catholic upbringing and father's old school toughness.
- His father censored curse words and controlled media consumption to keep things clean.
