Judd Apatow Answers Questions About 40-Year-Old Virgin, Leslie Mann & More: During Commercial Break

Judd Apatow on The Tonight Show

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Introduction

Judd Apatow, the mastermind behind iconic comedies like Trainwreck and The 40-Year-Old Virgin, graced the stage of The Tonight Show to promote the rerelease of his films. As the audience buzzed with excitement, little did they know that a casual Q&A would lead to some unexpected revelations and entertaining anecdotes.

The Setup

As the show returned from a break, Jimmy Kimmel introduced Judd Apatow.

“Trainwreck and The 40-Year-Old Virgin are being rereleased in theaters August 22, and The 40-Year-Old Virgin is now available to own with all-new bonus content,” Jimmy announced, setting the tone for a fun evening.

With the band playing a lively tune, Jimmy asked Judd if he wanted to take questions from the audience. “Sure. Sure,” Judd replied enthusiastically.

Audience Interaction

Jimmy encouraged the audience to raise their hands for questions. The first question came from a fan asking about the famous Kelly Clarkson line from The 40-Year-Old Virgin.

“Was the Kelly Clarkson totally ad-libbed in?” the audience member asked.

The Kelly Clarkson Moment

Judd explained that the line originated from a list of curses and clean words created by Seth Rogen. “Seth wrote ‘Kelly Clarkson’ because it just sounded funny,” Judd said, eliciting laughter from the audience. “Now, Kelly gets that everywhere she goes!”

Meeting His Wife

Another audience member asked Judd if he met his wife on the set of The 40-Year-Old Virgin. Judd revealed, “I did, and we were married then. I met my wife on The Cable Guy.” The audience applauded, appreciating the personal touch.

Favorite Interviews

Jimmy then posed a question for Judd: “What’s your favorite interview been, and why?”

Judd mentioned Eddie Murphy’s appearance on the show. “He doesn’t do many interviews,” he explained. “That was the loosest I’ve seen him.” The conversation about music got Eddie animated, leading to memorable stories, including one about James Brown advising him to bury his money in the backyard.

Shocking Experiences on Set

The conversation shifted to surprising experiences on set. Judd shared a story from The Cable Guy about a stuntman who had to jump from a hundred-foot radio tower into an airbag. “If he misses this bag, this is really bad right now,” Judd recalled, the tension palpable in the studio. Thankfully, the stunt went well, but it left him wary of writing stunts in future films.

A Comedic Mishap

Jimmy chimed in with a hilarious anecdote about an independent film where he was supposed to shatter a window with a golf ball. “The guy pressed the button by mistake, and the window shattered before I even hit the ball!” The audience erupted in laughter at the unexpected twist.

Collecting Props

An audience member asked Judd about his favorite props from his movies. Judd mentioned he had some shirts from The 40-Year-Old Virgin, but they just sat in his closet. He also recounted a humorous story about sneaking into the last episode of Seinfeld and stealing a toothbrush from comedian Dom Irrera.

Reboot Talk

The discussion turned to the potential for a reboot of Freaks and Geeks or Undeclared. Judd expressed openness to the idea, suggesting a storyline set in 2010. “It would still be retro,” he noted, and the audience cheered at the prospect.

Conclusion

As the segment wrapped up, the energy in the studio was palpable. Judd Apatow’s blend of humor and heartfelt storytelling made for an engaging night on The Tonight Show. The audience left buzzing, excited about the possibilities of revisiting beloved characters in a modern context.

“Freaks and Geeks 2010? Done. It’s happening,” Jimmy declared, sending the crowd into a frenzy of applause and cheers.