Jimmy Fallon

Have you ever seen a TV host act like your funniest friend and make the whole world laugh? Jimmy Fallon is an American comedian and television host active from the late 1990s to today. He is best known for turning late-night TV into a place full of games, music, and silly sketches that people of all ages can enjoy. We'll focus on how his playful style turned late-night TV into friendly, shareable entertainment.

Jimmy began doing stand-up comedy as a teen and became famous as a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1998 to 2004, where he performed characters and celebrity impressions. He later hosted Late Night with Jimmy Fallon starting in 2009 and took over The Tonight Show in 2014. On his programs he created short musical numbers, goofy games, and challenges with famous guests — bits that often became viral videos online and reached millions.

His biggest achievement is making late-night feel like a friendly party where stars sing, dance, and play together. He works with the band The Roots as his show's house band, has written popular children's books, and often uses music and kind humor to bring people together. Because his clips are short and easy to share, he helped bring younger viewers to late-night TV and changed how many people enjoy and share comedy online.