In a heartfelt episode of NBC's "The Tonight Show," Fox News host Greg Gutfeld joined host Jimmy Fallon to discuss the profound influence their mothers had on their lives and careers, Fox News reported.
During their conversation, both hosts shared insightful and touching anecdotes about the support and encouragement from their mothers.
The show aired on Thursday, providing viewers a glimpse into the personal lives of Gutfeld and Fallon, highlighting the roles their mothers played in their professional journeys.
Greg Gutfeld reminisced about his mother, Jackie, who he described as playing a unique role during his time on "Red Eye," a former show on Fox News. Jackie was humorously referred to as a "senior correspondent" who kept her son informed about daily news.
"You know what her job was? Her job was to watch Fox News," Gutfeld explained during the show, shedding light on his mother's involvement. "She would watch Fox News and tell me what was going on during the day,” he added, highlighting how this arrangement kept him connected to current events through a familial lens.
Gutfeld also shared fond memories of his mother's popularity among his friends and her supportive nature. "They’d be in the backyard with my mom," he recounted, indicating how her presence was enjoyed by everyone around.
Jimmy Fallon matched Gutfeld’s stories with his own reflections about his late mother, Gloria, who also significantly impacted his life and career. Gloria Fallon passed away in 2017, but not before seeing her son become a beloved television host.
Fallon discussed how he publicly paid tribute to his mother on his show following her passing, an emotional moment that resonated with many of his viewers. “Having a supportive mother meant a lot and was no doubt proud of her son's success," Fallon reflected, emphasizing the emotional support that bolstered his career.
Both hosts also touched upon the first time they met, which Gutfeld described as chaotic, adding a light-hearted note to the otherwise emotional discussion.
Gutfeld took the opportunity to discuss his current project, a game show on FOX Nation titled "What Did I Miss?" The show engages contestants in distinguishing between real and fake news, an innovative format that challenges participants' perception of media.
This game show, according to Gutfeld, was inspired by the idea of staying informed and critically engaging with the news—an aspect deeply rooted in his professional ethos, partly thanks to his mother’s early influence.
The interaction on "The Tonight Show" not only showcased the careers and current projects of both hosts but also delved into the emotional depths of how personal relationships can shape public personas and professional paths.
The discussions between Fallon and Gutfeld provided "Tonight Show" viewers with a rare look into the personal lives and formative relationships of television personalities, showing that behind the cameras, these hosts grapple with the same human experiences as their audience.
Gutfeld’s remembrance of his mother’s influence before her passing in 2014, and how it helped him achieve success on "The Five," Fox News' top-rated cable news show, underscores the indelible mark of maternal support on personal and professional development.
The episode served not only as entertainment but also as a poignant reminder of the universal power of parental support and love in pursuing and achieving one's dreams.
