Conan O'Brien returns to The Tonight Show, 14 years after being fired from it
Conan O'Brien
Well-known comedian and former host of The Tonight Show, Conon O'Brien, is back on TV. Connan made a comeback on the programme on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. His return to the Tonight Show was long anticipated. He had been fired from the show in 2010.
On Tuesday, he made an appearance to promote his upcoming Max series, Conan O'Brien Must Go. Needless to say, his return on the show which made him a household name, sparked excitement among fans.
During his interview with current host Jimmy Fallon, O'Brien engaged in lighthearted banter, joking about his towering height and reminiscing about his brief stint as the Tonight Show host.
He expressed mixed emotions about returning, stating, "It's weird to come back," while acknowledging that "all these memories came flooding back" as he walked around the studio.
Conan O'Brien on The Tonight Show
A significant portion of the interview talked about O'Brien's ventures beyond traditional late-night television. He spoke about the success of his podcast, Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend, and its unique format that allows for more in-depth conversations with guests compared to the constraints of television interviews.
The comedian shared the special moments and anecdotes that he had on podcasts with luminaries such as Barack Obama, Paul McCartney, Prince, and Carol Burnett.
His latest show - Conan O'Brien Must Go, is a travel series inspired by his previous travel specials. Scheduled to premiere on Max, the show promises to offer viewers a fresh perspective on O'Brien's comedic prowess in the realm of travel entertainment.
Despite his departure from The Tonight Show, O'Brien maintained a thriving career, notably hosting his show, Conan, on TBS for 11 successful seasons.
O'Brien's appearance on The Tonight Show sparked discussions about his departure from the show back in 2010, following Jay Leno's decision to reclaim the hosting role.
Years later, during a podcast interview, Leno denied speculations of sabotaging O'Brien's stint as the host.
