Last Night on Late Night

Amber Ruffin recaps Michael Jackson’s poorly reviewed but commercially successful biopic, Janet Jackson’s objections, King Charles’s U.S. visit and the 10th anniversary of Beyoncé’s “Lemonade.”

Michelle Pfeiffer discusses her creative hobbies, including building furniture and taking ceramics, then talks about her Apple TV series Margo’s Got Money Troubles and the challenge of balancing work with family.

Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman discuss their Broadway history, Emmy nominations and working together, including how they met Rosie O’Donnell during a revival of Grease. They also recall Offerman stepping in as an understudy after Mullally lost her voice and the comic mischief they pulled during performances.

Pedro Pascal discusses starring in Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, including his enthusiasm for underwater filming and the challenge of performing in the Mandalorian helmet. He also jokes about using the helmet to attend social events from bed.

Rhea Seehorn discusses Pluribus, how Vince Gilligan created the role of Carol with her in mind, and the wardrobe malfunction she experienced while filming. She also reflects on the show’s unusual premise and Emmy recognition.

Billy Eichner discusses his audio memoir Billy on Billy, which lets listeners hear his real voice beyond the Billy on the Street persona. He also reflects on growing up as a pop-culture-obsessed kid in Queens before social media and the internet.

Shawn Hatosy discusses his Emmy-nominated work on The Pitt and his early interest in musical theater after moving from Maryland. He also talks about returning to acting class and the awkward fan selfie experience referenced by the clip.

Jill Kargman discusses Influenced, her new Peacock film about a momfluencer named Dzanielle, and the comic details of creating the character’s image. She also compares the film’s Upper East Side setting with her earlier show Odd Mom Out.

Sydney James Harcourt discusses starring as Rum Tum Tugger in Cats: The Jellicle Ball, explaining how its Harlem ballroom setting and house-music production matched the kind of representational theater he wanted to make. He also reflects on the show’s unexpected closing despite sold-out performances.

Dexter and The Moonrocks perform “Freakin’ Out” from their upcoming album Friends That I Don’t Like.