Keke Palmer Talks Chemistry with Hot Ones Sean Evans, Plays Reverse It Challenge, Performs Stand-Up

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
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About this episode Keke Palmer discusses her upcoming role in Spaceballs 2, her new career as a UCLA professor and Pilates instru… AI summary

Keke Palmer discusses her upcoming role in Spaceballs 2, her new career as a UCLA professor and Pilates instructor, and the success of her character Lady Miss Jacqueline. The interview includes a lively 'Reverse It Challenge' game and a full stand-up performance by her character, highlighting her versatility as an entertainer.

Key takeaways 4
  • Keke Palmer is expanding her professional portfolio beyond acting, having recently become a certified Pilates instructor and an adjunct professor at UCLA's TFT program to help BIPOC creatives.
  • Her character 'Lady Miss Jacqueline' has achieved significant viral success with over 100 million views online, leading to a new Audible series and stand-up comedy specials.
  • The cast of Spaceballs 2 includes Mel Brooks (who is 100 years old), Josh Gad, Lewis Pullman, and Daphne, with the movie set for release in 2027.
  • Palmer's son, Leo, shows early signs of performance interest by mimicking Michelle Tanner from Full House during filming, despite initially refusing to be on camera for Architectural Digest.
Notable quotes 4 AI-generated: wording and quote attribution may be wrong. Use the play link to verify.
  • “May the Schwartz be with you.”
    ▶ 0:56 The catchphrase for the Spaceballs 2 panel, which Palmer uses frequently.
  • “I'm the second professor in my family. My sister's a professor.”
    ▶ 5:21 Palmer discussing her new role as a professor at UCLA.
  • “I've been the talk of the town since I retired into adulthood. You're welcome, Macaulay Culkin, for me paving the way.”
    ▶ 18:06 Lady Miss Jacqueline's stand-up bit claiming credit for child star trends.
  • “Pilates has changed my life. It really, really is. Shout out Don. Shout out Bonnie.”
    ▶ 4:21 Palmer explaining why she started taking Pilates seriously while filming in Australia.

Chapters & Sections (11)

0:01 Spaceballs 2 Panel and Personal Life chapter 4
1:52 Keke Palmer's Son Leo and Viral Moments
3:23 Chemistry with Sean Evans and Pilates Certification
5:03 Keke Palmer UCLA Professorship and Password
6:27 Lady Miss Jacqueline Character and Audible Book
8:54 Reverse It Challenge with Rosé and TLC chapter 1
10:29 Reverse It Challenge with TLC
11:44 Reverse It Challenge and Stand-Up Bit chapter 3
13:06 Performing The Temptations My Girl
14:23 Lady Miss Jacqueline Stand-Up Bit
18:38 Promoting Book and Satirical Monologue

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