The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Trump Claims Economy Is Booming, Urges Parents to Cut Back on Christmas Gifts | Kate Hudson, John Stamos, Lily Allen | Wednesday, December 10
Dec 11, 2025
Kate Hudson, the talented actress and producer, chats about her Golden Globe-nominated role in 'Song Sung Blue' and shares stories from bar performances with Hugh Jackman. She vividly recalls meeting Neil Diamond and his heartfelt response to the film. John Stamos opens up about his role in 'Palm Royale' and reflects on his viral performance in 'Jesus Christ Superstar.' The guests lighten up the conversation with fun pop-culture games and discuss their exciting upcoming projects, setting a festive mood for the holidays.
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Holiday Politics Meet Everyday Choices
- Jimmy Fallon highlights Trump's holiday-era comments about the economy and parenting as politically charged framing.
- The jokes link political claims (economy booming) to everyday consumer choices (fewer gifts) to show rhetorical disconnects.
Recalls Interrupt Holiday Prep
- Jimmy recounts a string of recalls affecting cars and holiday food items to build comic panic.
- He uses personal references (driving a Hyundai) and audience banter to make the recalls relatable and funny.
Making Song Sung Blue With Heart
- Kate Hudson describes making Song Sung Blue and celebrating with Hugh Jackman, framing it as a heartfelt true-story film.
- She shares meeting Neil Diamond and small backstage details that humanize the production.