Seth Meyers Guests April 17, 2026

Episode clips

Tessa Thompson

Interview

Tessa Thompson Almost Rigged the Oscars for Michael B. Jordan

Tessa Thompson promotes her Broadway debut in The Fear of 13 opposite Adrien Brody, describing the play as funny, sweet and moving despite its serious premise. She also recounts nearly asking Brody to help rig the Oscars for Michael B. Jordan and explains why she usually stays home after performances instead of joining the cast for drinks.

Tessa Thompson and Seth share their pre-show rituals

Steve Zahn

Interview

"It'll Karate Chop You in the Throat": Steve Zahn on Layers of Comedy and Emotion in She Dances

Steve Zahn discusses She Dances, the film he co-wrote and stars in with his daughter, describing its mix of comedy and emotion as something that can “karate chop” viewers. He also reflects on his indie-theater roots with Ethan Hawke and recalls the extreme weight loss required for Rescue Dawn.

Steve Zahn's daughter does an impressive Jennifer Coolidge impression in his new film, "She Dances"

Mark Normand

Interview

Mark Normand Tricked Tourists into Believing He Was Kevin Hart After Bad Stand-Up Sets

Mark Normand promotes his Netflix stand-up special None Too Pleased and the Mumbo Jumbo tour, reflecting on the bad sets and awkward rooms that shaped his comedy. He also recalls convincing tourists he was Kevin Hart, meeting his wife after a show and experimenting with a stand-up set inside a sauna.

Mark Normand has some thoughts on a few classic Irish terms ☘️

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FAQ

Who were the guests on Late Night with Seth Meyers on Apr 17, 2026?

Tessa Thompson, Steve Zahn, and Mark Normand were the guests on this episode. The episode originally aired on Mar 17, 2026.

When did this episode air?

This was a rerun broadcast on Apr 17, 2026. The episode originally aired on Mar 17, 2026.