Allison Janney on Friendship with Carol Burnett & Her First Time in an Action Movie

Allison talks about being very busy with her new show “Mrs. American Pie,” working with her idol Carol Burnett, comparing Wordle scores with her, unexpected role in action movie Lou, training for three hours a day at the gym, enduring a lot of rain on set with Jurnee Smollett, and working with worms and their worm wrangler.
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[@florencedelvalle8145]

Can we just pause to appreciate how classy and elegant this woman looks. That color and style of dress looks fantastic on a tall woman like her and those earrings are the finishing touch . She is a funny and talented actress. Kudos to her.

[@maryroberts589]

Agree 100%! That dress is amazing! I wish she hadn't felt the need to apologize for her height since Jimmy said it made him feel like "a little man". Own it girl cuz you deserve every inch of your stature!!

[@lauraa7042]

She’s lovely.

[@graceburrell8800]

Ear rings are to distracting.

[@michaelhayden725]

Cannot agree more. Loved her so much in The West Wing. Even more impressed with how she has progressed her career in the 15 years since that show finished.

[@kitbirskovich1838]

One word: botox.I love her, but I wish she would let herself age naturally.

[@cantnv1]

This was one of the funniest interviews I've ever seen! I just LOVE Allison Janney so much, in ANYTHING she does, she's definitely one of my favorite actresses.

[@sandracast]

Can’t wait to see her kicking asses!

[@dawnstanley1733]

Mine too!

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[@pdoylemi]

I have liked her in everything I've seen, but she will never top CJ!

[@loveforeignaccents]

Sixty-two?!? She looks beyond amazing, not to mention such a great actress!!!

[@dawnstanley1733]

Lol, I wish I looked half as good at her age.

[@Historian212]

@@dawnstanley1733Probably could have, if you had her trainer, hair and makeup people, plastic surgeon (she’s doing botox, at least), and chef. And wardrobe person. And if you had the most flattering lighting and makeup angles. And a housecleaner.

[@geoffreytudor5674]

What a great interview! I'm becoming more and more of a fan of Jimmy's style, his lack of ego. It really allows his guests to get comfortable and leads to revelations.

[@ranmaster9447]

Lack of ego? Did Kimmel pay u for that comment? Lol. U clearly haven't watched enough of this show.

[@geoffreytudor5674]

@@ranmaster9447 Well, beyond the obvious, I guess. Everyone in showbiz, and especially comics, are self centered egotists, I'll grant you. I think I mean that Jimmy laughs at himself all the time, doesn't feel a need to dominate a conversation, and seems generally happy and supportive of his guests. Does that make more sense? (Someone should have told AJ about surfers and warming up a wetsuit, lol)

[@AntiAtheismIsUnstoppable]

@@geoffreytudor5674 islame does not belong in Iran

[@dawnstanley1733]

@@ranmaster9447 Why? I watch every night, and I agree.

[@HH-gv8mx]

Jimmy was really funny tonight.

[@DavidKerley]

Allison has such an infectious laugh. Who couldn't laugh along with her? 🤣

[@janbarnes4467]

I miss Bonnie. But Allison is fantastic in everything she does. Love her so much.

[@dawnstanley1733]

I know! I can't get enough of Mom. Lol

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

Thanks for your continuous love and support Jan❤️❤️

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

For how long have you been a fan of mine Jan??

[@TheJPSouza]

Eternal Claudia Jean "C.J." Gregg from The West Wing 😊

[@moons4868]

​@@allisonjanney-jm1ivyou are amazing..I've been watching you for the last 6 years. My twin sister actually had me watch Mom, which I still do to this day. It's what I watch when I am going to sleep. It's very comforting to me. You were fantastic in Lou. Thank you for your sense of humor, I share that with you.

[@0920121908250727]

So glad to see Allison and Carol are friends. Love both of them!

[@bev9708]

Who knew we needed Allison Janney in an action movie?? But now I HAVE TO see it!!!!

[@shannonmathiscowen8682]

LOVE Allison Janney in everything she's in...excellent actress! This interview is great - she seems so down to earth & relatable. 👏👏👏

[@milosterwheeler2520]

LOVED her in West Wing.

[@DK-zu6tt]

I LOVE Allison Janney. I first remember her from West Wing and knocked it out of the park.

[@shirleyrombough8173]

D K: I remember her from the West Wing too. That program kept me (relatively) sane during from the W. Bush years. How could we have known how much worse things could have gotten?

[@halcyon-cg2eb]

I absolutely love Allison Janney, she is so funny in "Mom". I wish there was a sitcom with her and Wendie Malick : )

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

Thanks for your continuous love and support halcyon❤️❤️

[@PragmaticPerson]

Allison is such a kick to watch! I can’t wait to watch her in a new kickin’ role. Fun! Thank you for this interview which made me laugh and smile the whole time.

[@Tony-dk1bp]

She is so genuine and lovable.

[@samanthaweston5749]

We watched Lou last night, didnt know anything about it just watched it because Alison was in it, cannot reccommend enough! Totally unexpected for her but she did an amazing job. Lovely interview made me smile all the way through 😊

[@wcoasttigger]

I just watched it too! Really good.

[@samanthaweston5749]

@@wcoasttigger 👍😊

[@derekspencer100]

Allison has amazing comedic timing. I loved her on Mom

[@ronaldharris6569]

She eclipsed Ana Faris in most of the episodes but you could tell she was having fun

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

Thanks for your continuous love and support Derek❤️❤️

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

For how long have you been a fan of mine Derek??

[@derekspencer100]

@@allisonjanney-jm1iv I liked your work in the Masters of Sex.

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

@@derekspencer100 Thank you so much❤️ Your support is what keeps me going, so in return I've decided to give something back to my fans by setting up an interactive community and I would love you to join. It will make me happy. Write to me directly on my Gmail that you see on my Channel description

[@JF-wn2yb]

Allison Janney is so talented and gorgeous. Such a joy to watch her acting. My 4-year-old is obsessed with Carol Burnett now because of an episode of Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum on PBS...if you don't have kids you probably won't know it :) I love these brilliant, strong women that set great examples for boys and girls of all ages. Thank you Allison and Carol! ❤️

[@ediekoller1144]

I loved Allison Janney on Mom tv show. Very talented lady. I would love to meet Carol Burnett. I loved her show so much.

[@cyn.05]

Wow! I can’t wait to see this. Of course she should be doing action movies! I’ve been telling my husband for years, Allison Janney is such a physical comedian she has great energy. She she do action 😊 And now she is; good for her. I bet she’s amazing in this role. Also did you see her arms!! 😮 💪🏻 Respect.

[@nancydenick1875]

Omg, her arms and shoulders look like she's 20. I need to step up my skin care.

[@justjoan4010]

I hit liked before I started because I knew I’d enjoy the interview. Love Allison. 👏🏽👏🏽

[@Monika-mh2je]

I just adore her and her humor and laughter. Thank you!!👏

[@lynnturman8157]

you're welcome

[@2legit64]

I love this woman. She is amazing in everything she does. She also has the best laugh.

[@nickbigd]

Have you seen the cast list for Mrs. American Pie? It's wild. Carol Burnett, Allison Janney, Kristen Wiig, Laura Dern, Ricky Martin, Kaia Gerber (didn't know she could act), Mindy Cohn from Facts of Life and Julia Duffy from Newhart.

[@gingermcguire3171]

This woman can do anything!!! Incredible!

[@Darlene528]

She is sooo funny I love her in the West Wing and Mom.

[@jameshopkins503]

She's an amazing actress and so fun and funny.

[@macaronifanatic7287]

Every time I see her i just immediately think Bonnie from Mom. She did so good with that role and I love that show so much.

[@cmel7841]

If you haven't seen West Wing, do yourself a favor and watch at least a couple episodes. It was an amazing show and supreme cast including Allison.

[@alanjbuddendeck186]

Allison is such an incredible talent -- she, no doubt, makes people from Dayton and the Miami Valley so proud that she's one of our own.❤️🥰

[@CoachingHigher]

We love you Allison Janney! So selfless, funny and mega talented. Also yasss 5:33

[@pennylacombe4763]

I adore this woman ❤

[@Bamajana]

Love her! Grace, humor, and strength.

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

For how long have you been a fan of mine Jana??

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

Thanks for your continuous love and support Jana❤️❤️

[@ladycoco1808]

The brilliant and distinguished Alison is my favorite artist❤️❤️❤️

[@schneiderbell5462]

Allison is a great in everything that she does. Great interview with her

[@Obiter3]

I was just flat out in love with her character on west wing.

[@georgebartholemew8444]

To tell the truth, I only watched this because of her performance on the West Wing. Good for you Allison!

[@CoachingHigher]

This was delightful!! Old school delicious talk show interviews!! Love them both

[@TihetrisWeathersby]

Carol Burnette is fantastic, She delivered a great performance in Better Call Saul

[@lynnturman8157]

Before that she was in a show called the Carol Burnett show. The show had the same name as she did. What are the odds!?

[@msjanettycreates8814]

I love her! One of the best

[@kakumei77]

Just watched it, she did a phenomenal job in Lou

[@colleen6050]

I love Allison Janney's work. She is such an inspiration to women, and her voice? She has the most calming radio and broadcasting tone. Great interview and I like her hair color as opposed to grey.

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

Thanks for your continuous love and support Colleen❤️❤️

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

For how long have you been a fan of mine Colleen??

[@ggisme1771]

Allison you are such fun to watch in anything you do! What a great interview. Thanks for the laughs, class and not taking yourself too seriously. ❤️❤️

[@mimosameltdown3796]

I just watched an interview with Olivia Wilde where she said she loved directing the action sequences in Don't Worry Baby and that now she just wants to direct a ton of action movies. Allison Janney and Olivia Wilde need to team up for an action movie ASAP!!!

[@amandabalaguer9581]

She is great in everything, loved Mom

[@saritames1774]

I too simply loved her in Mom.. She was tailor made for the role.... None could have suited the role better than her.. I just enjoy her acting, language, diction and effortless ease with which she does everything...

[@paulklem9249]

In 1979 I had a course titled "problem solving" towards a graphic design degree at the California College of Arts and Crafts. The professor, Wally Johansson, was roommates with Carol Burnett when he was a student at U C Berkeley 60 to 70 years ago. This guy was a fantastic teacher, very progressive in design and life in general. Carol is cooler than you think. You probably knew that already. Love ya Carol!

[@PinkPumpkin529]

Uh, I don't think so! Carol went to UCLA in the 60's! Think your Prof was pullin your leg! 😂

[@KlassyKat45]

Allison is always a delight. Love her...and Carol Burnett (who was awesome on Better Call Saul). The two of them together should be fun.

[@geoffreyrichardson8738]

Allison, Allison, Allison, peeing in her pants, priceless. Thanks for posting this vid, I’ve gone to Netflix and added Lou to my list, looking forward to watching it.

[@cyclopzt]

Allison Janney: delightful.

[@johnedwardjones999]

Love Allison! So interesting and talented and fun, for years. 🙏 Wonderful interview.

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

Thanks for your continuous love and support John❤️❤️

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

For how long have you been a fan of mine John??

[@johnedwardjones999]

@@allisonjanney-jm1iv Good morning...A fan for a very long time. Not certain when I first saw you preform. Lived in LA 80s-90s. Lived in HHills next to Eva Gardner....BTW had HS friends that went to Kenyon. Good wishes and thank you for great entertainment.

[@t.k.2424]

Worm Wrangler … my next answer when someone new I’m not interested in asks my occupation.

[@Lizwindsor]

😂

[@victoriameyer2601]

She is so good in LOU. A must see watch!!!

[@lisaa.thomas9370]

Love, Love, Love Allison in Mom AND she's from my hometown!!!! Great job in this action movie!!! I'm use to laughing with her but she nailed this action packed movie!!!!💜

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

Thanks for your continuous love and support Lisa ❤️❤️

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

For how long have you been a fan of mine Lisa??

[@lisaa.thomas9370]

@@allisonjanney-jm1iv Hi Allison!!! I've been a fan since watching Mom! You remind me so much of Carol Burnett in your comedy! But loved you even more in this movie! True talent and I am a true fan!!!!!

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

@@lisaa.thomas9370 Thank you so much❤️ Your support is what keeps me going, so in return I've decided to give something back to my fans by setting up an interactive community and I would love you to join. It will make me happy. Write to me directly on my Gmail that you see on my Channel description

[@walstib4945]

She rocks!

[@juanitabaly2318]

Omg saw her name and clicked love her work in Mom ill never forget it ♥️

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

Thanks for your continuous love and support Juanita ❤️❤️

[@lindagnat-mullin8108]

She also had a great, funny memorable moment in "Primary Colors."

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

Thanks for your continuous love and support Linda❤️❤️

[@ExoticTerrain]

I just love this woman!

[@moons4868]

I just love Alison Janney! She is so funny and so beautiful. I could watch her all day just talking . Her mind is amazing!

[@NewMessage]

Low key in love with this lady.. don't tell the wife.

[@Birdyblue12]

😂😉

[@trolliedrosche1393]

I just love Allison Janney. Miss her character on "Mom".

[@ikram4952]

I just love and respect allison and her talent since mom ❤❤❤

[@lindacreesy3909]

Must watch the west wing. She was amazing

[@iddub]

Sold! I'm gonna watch it now

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

For how long have you been a fan of mine Budi??

[@jasonbarkley4586]

So lovely, she will always be Cj Cregg..West wing 4 life

[@islot40]

A little late to this clip but watched Lou last night. It was quite good! I loved having an older woman as the hero... anti-hero? Anyway, loved seeing her kicking butt!

[@wcoasttigger]

Just watched the movie. It was great!! Don't miss it!

[@wcoasttigger]

Love her!!

[@arturoleonardo4707]

I just watched the movie Lou before watching this show.First time ive seen her movie.Really good Actress and movie is great.

[@ashokmehta15]

The great Alison Jenny or C J Craig as I know her from the West Wing. She is a great human being.

[@tita5580]

I just finish watching the movie Lou & I love it !❤️

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

Thanks for your continuous love and support Tita❤️❤️

[@gurl_friday1116]

❤ Allison , best show ever is mom 😂 makes me laugh so much

[@kathrynciavone6624]

So good!

[@ivaldip82]

She's awesome, I gotta see that movie

[@taintedlove202]

I’m imagining Carol and Allison laughing together at dinner……..can you hear it? 😂❤

[@faithinverity8523]

Today, CAROL gets three letters on Wordle. This is why Jimmy is a force in late-night TV. Brains.

[@lynnturman8157]

I want her to go back & live with her parents in their attic in Ohio again like she did during the pandemic. That's the Allison I know and love.

[@taylorrice8612]

I adore Allison and the movie keeps you on the seat of your pants!

[@sadieireland7199]

Allison is such a treasure! She's a remarkable woman in so many ways; just brilliant really..

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

Thanks for your continuous love and support Sadie❤️❤️

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

For how long have you been a fan of mine Sadie??

[@JohnRGay]

Alison looks amazing!! That gown is stunning, and she is 6' of hilarity. 💕 Has she been in Carol's closet..? Those ostrich feathers are reminiscent of the gowns Carol opened her show in. Lol

[@lizannewhitlow1085]

Wow. Am gonna watch LOU now. Update: just 5-10 minutes in. Matt Craven! I LOVE him. ✊🏻✊🏻

[@kain772]

Worm Wrangler. I have heard it all. Great interview!

[@Activist4America]

I love her laugh.

[@cynthiarowley719]

I have a big TV and older eyes, but I did not see a single worm🤣😂🤣😂now I need to watch it again.

[@Noah-kh4lm]

She's a pro congrats 👏👏👏

[@maryrosekent8223]

I adore this woman!

[@johnwright2911]

Mrs American Pie is going to be so good!!

[@lorrainestarks6628]

WONDERFUL ACTRESS! I ENJOY HER IN ALL HER ROLES!!

[@seinfarage9959]

She's lovely😊 love from Sènègal

[@tylerhackner9731]

Love her

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

Thanks for your continuous love and support Tyler ❤️❤️

[@lizannewhitlow1085]

What a beautiful woman. Her flawless skin! No tattoos. Just gorgeous!

[@meo21626]

She’s wonderful

[@savage_skirt5386]

She's always been great.

[@siddharthnaagar7028]

Legend

[@SoItGoesCAL34]

She's great.

[@azharel]

She's my fav!!!!!

[@tatianamunoz5798]

She’s adorable. I’ll watch her Apple series’s 🍿 for sure!

[@mdouglaswray]

Janey and Burnett together? F me that will be HAWESOME.

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

For how long have you been a fan of mine Doug??

[@allisonjanney-jm1iv]

Thanks for your continuous love and support Doug❤️❤️

[@giordanotirelli6028]

Happy birthday allison for your 64 years from italian boy live in rome

[@colettemcnabb7365]

You just described my daily experience as a land surveyor....and I love my job. Peeing in the bushes, way easier than going back to a port a potty.

[@mediterrenean]

“Why go back to the trailer, just pee right there” 😂😂😂

[@HH-gv8mx]

Jimmy was really funny tonight. Joke after joke. He’s quick.

[@taintedlove202]

“Lou” is a great movie..Allison is a badass!