Lin-Manuel Miranda Started Writing in In the Heights as a Teenager | The Tonight Show

[@FromDataMakeInfo]

This guy, THIS guy Lin... is a character that belongs in history. The genius artist of our generation.

[@saranneperman7530]

Genius!

[@anthonywilson2335]

Once in a lifetime artist. Everything he touches turned to gold

[@johannacrespo1663]

He IS talented but the he is famous because his dad is connected

[@anthonywilson2335]

@@johannacrespo1663 no one does anything on their own. What we do when that door is opened is what counts

[@aboutkimmy]

@@johannacrespo1663 that's not true

[@SammiiHipster]

Lin to Anthony: LOOK AT MY SON!!! PRIDE IS NOT THE WORD I'M LOOKING FOR! AND YEAH, HE MY SON! AND HE WILL BLOW EVERY ONE AWAY IN THIS FILM!!

[@xxkaiyaxx682]

YEA YOU"LL BLOW US ALL WAY, SOME DAY SOME DAY

[@karolinakrolik5558]

@@xxkaiyaxx682 today is "the someday" 😂

[@xxkaiyaxx682]

@@karolinakrolik5558 LOL🤣

[@kamilatavera6706]

Tearing up

[@Xokatiesinsane]

IM CRYING 😭

[@honeyhoney6794]

“he’s singing my old harmony” is the cutest way to put it

[@alltheleaveswerebrown]

I actually got tears in my eyes when he said that...

[@Xokatiesinsane]

Yup, this made me cry 😭

[@matth3w2002]

Lin wrote a Tony award winning musical at 19!? I’m almost 19 and still living at home with 0 idea where my futures going.

[@pahwraith]

Most people dont do anything at 19 lol. Hitler didnt realy get going until his 30s. Lmao jk.

[@jichaeljuicy4047]

Im in the same boat brother. We just just gotta take it one step at a time

[@dkannapan]

Only 19, but his mind was older

[@davidhurtado2725]

Comparing yourself ain't healthy

[@suryapratap6706]

@@dkannapan best comment

[@MySeasideRendezvous]

Lin has seriously helped me connect to my Latino side so much that I get emotional thinking about it. I was born in Colombia and moved to the states at age 7. I’ve assimilated to American culture and I’ve forgotten where I come from and who I am. Representation matters so much. Seeing Latinos on a huge stage like this has ignited a pride in me that I had lost long ago. I don’t know how to word it, but I am so thankful and I am so proud. I hope he knows the impact he is making

[@anatejada1100]

Glad you’re reconnecting with your Latin roots! I got emotional watching this movie...Btw what city you grew up in? Being from NYC there’s no way we could disconnect

[@erinlaboricua]

It's so interesting hearing other people's stories. I was born in the States, moved to Puerto Rico when I was 5 for two years and then moved to Maryland when I was 6, and I've been here since. My parents raised me in a Puerto Rican household, and I was always proud of my culture, but I am very, very white. No matter how loud I was about my heritage, I grew up without the community, and I grew up with every person being shocked I'm Latina, and it hurt and confused me. I know where I belong and I am looking for the community every single day. I'm so happy hearing your story and how Lin has helped you ❤️ We all have our journeys that lead us back home. We find a way.

[@verom5698]

Same! My parents are from Colombia. My first language was Spanish, but once I started going to school I desperately wanted to be included, so I turned away from the culture and became very Americanized. Once I got out of high school 10 years ago, I reconnected and feel free. I am very proud to be latina!! I don't hide it, I embrace my Colombian roots 🇨🇴🇨🇴🇨🇴

[@Andy-Frank]

I’m from Colombia, but grew up in the states since childhood and never had a chance to connect to my culture there. I found the musical a few years ago and it completely changed my life.

[@jorgejaime6582]

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[@annabellamendez3501]

As a Dominican born and raised in NYC this makes me emotional because it feels so personal... I know all these characters personally ... I’m so excited to watch

[@josephinebournes8212]

So you're American?

[@jorgejaime6582]

@@josephinebournes8212 bsn

[@alyssarose6878]

@@josephinebournes8212 born in DR and then moved to NYC most likely

[@kiaminaya5731]

So true! My family literally had a bodega in Brooklyn that i lived above in an apartment filled with my loud ass latino family. So many references to my childhood i just couldn't stop smiling and crying.

[@aboutkimmy]

I’ll never be able to fully express my love and respect for Lin Manuel and his talents.

[@aboutkimmy]

@mario Dias you mean Puerto Rican?

[@aboutkimmy]

@mario Dias Bruh

[@kasaiart1281]

I will always remember him singing silent e is a Ninja on electric company when I was little

[@aboutkimmy]

@@kasaiart1281 omg yes lol

[@jorgejaime6582]

@mario Dias bzbz

[@kle2videoproductions]

The best Is him feuding with Christopher Jackson.

[@samanthabennett-medievh5328]

Yes! Loved it!

[@forestf4irys]

yes! that was hilarious

[@kaeisokay]

Benny and usnavi back again

[@oshikuru09]

My lord Jackson's smile when they first showed him almost made me fall over laughing

[@racheldelilah]

“I will never make a leap that big again in my life” *2031 LMM is the first person to direct a musical in space*

[@lesliehayes3921]

I could listen to Lin speak for hours. He is not only a creative genius but a warm, loving, humble guy! Read any interview of cast who worked w him & you’ll hear the same comments-kindest, sweetest, grateful human ever. On M Poppins & His Dark Materials cast gushes telling stories of what a joy he was on set-singing showtimes-a joy to be around!!

[@MasterTrizzle]

Lin is so humble and I think that’s why I like him so much!

[@1980scherry]

Yep!

[@YoGinny]

Totally ❤️

[@isander05]

He's puertorrican... There is no other better explanation.

[@pollardk.1116]

indeed.

[@jasonklien5569]

Hes a racist that was rewarded for trying to whitewash latino culture for the raciat marxists in Hollywood trying to rename Latinos to latinx which is blatant whitewashing racism.

[@felicitysun]

I'm not Latino but I cried twice watching it, just because of the people, the culture and their sense of community, I've never experienced something like this before, and I'm scared I never will.

[@muhaddisah]

That's how Lin felt watching West Side Story, and the answer to that fear was In The Heights! Go forth and create.

[@RoaroftheTiger]

Valerie, should You ever decide to visit. You'd be most welcome ... I promise. ;-)

[@jorgejaime6582]

@@muhaddisah Bzb

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@@RoaroftheTiger Bz

[@RoaroftheTiger]

@@jorgejaime6582 - lol ;-)

[@nifty2bthrifty366]

As someone born and raised in the Heights, and lucky enough to see In The Heights on Broadway I am beyond excited to see this movie and soooo proud of Lin-Manuel! Thank you for showing everyone the beauty of our world!

[@msb9664]

You lucky bastard! Congrats on this

[@vinceaguinaldo3299]

The humility on this guy is outstanding!

[@ZEREEUSLY]

Humility?!?! You eat fake for breakfast huh.

[@chanyeonwh6304]

@@ZEREEUSLY thats not a negative comment

[@chanyeonwh6304]

@@ZEREEUSLY theyre saying hes humble

[@barbara....]

@@ZEREEUSLY bro calm down and google the definition of humility.

[@ZEREEUSLY]

@@barbara.... Yes sir.

[@froggiebcg]

It's impossible to dislike Lin, he's such a kind and genuine guy.

[@gwennag222]

How does he always look like an enchanted child🥺✨

[@allisonp72]

❤️😂❤️😂❤️ Love this comment!

[@Msalazar2011]

3:36 I love this so much! So proud of my Mexican heritage, being displayed so wonderfully! 🇲🇽 at 3:44 they’re even dancing ballet folklorico!

[@averysandoval541]

it made me feel so special and so proud! 🇲🇽

[@jorgejaime6582]

@@averysandoval541 bsb

[@amandav2324]

Melhor parte do filme!! Queria saber o nomes das outras danças

[@susana01992]

Yasss!!!! Made me so proud 🇲🇽

[@mikadyo4680]

I honestly would’ve rioted if they had cut piragua

[@tainorodriguez7773]

piragua es tan rica!!!

[@jorgejaime6582]

@@tainorodriguez7773 BB

[@jiyaagarwal835]

1:06 what jimmy meant was “Man! The man is non-stop!”

[@megajump454]

Gentlemen of the jury, I’m curious. Bear with me. Are you aware we are making history? This is the first murder trial of our brand new nation, the liberty behind deliberation.

[@jiyaagarwal835]

@@megajump454 I intend to prove beyond a shadow of a doubt with my assistant counsel

[@zoedeane]

@@jiyaagarwal835 Co counsel Hamilton, sit down, Our client Levi weeks is innocent, call your first witness... that’s all you had to say

[@reyxlight]

@@zoedeane okay…one more thing!

[@jiyaagarwal835]

@@reyxlight why do you assume you’re the smartest in the room?

[@jiyaagarwal835]

A full audience… the magic is back ✨

[@deavonturenvanjetse]

Audience is ready to cheer and clap at every single moment they can. It's a bit overwhelming to experience and I'm watching it on an iPhone screen. Can't imagine what it would be like when being there...

[@jorgejaime6582]

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[@syguzman5739]

I wrote Lin-Manuel Miranda a card and weeks later, I got his autograph in the mail! ❤ ¡Muy amable!

[@carolynworthington8996]

Wow!

[@jorgejaime6582]

@@carolynworthington8996 nssnsndsnsnndnssj

[@aaiituquituqui23]

"Cuando yo me muera déjame en mi tierra" Can't wait to watch it !! the man IS NON-STOP

[@Anna385xo]

There are those who are excited for this because of Hamilton, and those who have been fans of In The Heights long before Hamilton. It’s interesting to see the difference.

[@daviddx360]

I saw the movie on Sunday on a special screening and I can honestly say that it was amazing, the music, the lyrics, the choreographies, the story, and everything was on place. I can’t wait to see it again on Thursday also for the full soundtrack album to come out. 😄

[@frijolitodr]

Album has been out on spotify for almost a month now

[@jorgejaime6582]

@@frijolitodr BB

[@jesskeepplaying]

He's so humble HAHA his body language and facial expression lol

[@Krillinish2]

I’m actually surprised how few dislikes this has. Everybody loves Lin.

[@Natallz]

I cried watching it ! During the Carnaval del Barrio scene, when everyone is dancing and shows their flags from where they are from 😫 it got me , made me tear up. My family is from Mexico and Guatemala and we are very proud of that and celebrate it and that’s what I felt from this movie , celebration, telling a story ! ❤️❤️❤️ much love to all this movie is definitely one of my favs now

[@anouk1227]

Jimmy: I needed this tho. I NEED THIS! Me: YES. WE ALL NEED THIS! I CAN’T WAIT! also that look on his face after they show the clip ^^

[@VeracityLH]

I have no Latino roots that I know of but man, this film made me wish I did. Not in an "appropriate the culture" kind of way but in a "I love these people" kind of way. And for all of the above, Lin does such a wonderful job of taking archtypes and showing them through his personal lens. Most everyone has know that abuela--the woman who wasn't your grandmother in fact but certainly was in spirit. We've all had broken dreams and dreams we refuse to let go of even when they seem impossible. We all want better things for our kids. We all find ways to connect to others. If we're lucky, we have a place where we belong. And if we don't give up, we all find our island in the end. Lin takes all that common human experience and says "This is how it looks in my world." And that makes him brilliant. Human and brilliant. Can't wait to see what's next.

[@agatha8405]

How much I missed seeing this little ball of sunshine everywhere 😭

[@sorryxnotxsorry9889]

🎶 only 19 but his mind is older 🎶

[@alinaigrad]

I love how humble Lin-Manuel is.

[@becsterbrisbane6275]

He seems cool. He should write a musical about a founding father!

[@lori_2168]

@@becsterbrisbane6275 ikr it would be soooo good

[@jorgejaime6582]

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[@anactaneustheeleventh2542]

The pride of PR!!!!! Lin Manuel Miranda!!!!!🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@cristinitao]

Not just PR, I think all Latinos are proud to claim him 🥺🥰❤️

[@DaNFLboi]

Yes sir

[@jorgejaime6582]

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@@DaNFLboi nnn

[@eudorawelty8959]

I love that LMM is still excited that “he gets to do this”. I hope that he never gets jaded and bored.

[@lisaeve6217]

I'M LITERALLY DRIVING AN HOUR AND A HALF ON SUNDAY TO SEE THIS MOVIE WITH FRIENDS I'M THAT OBSESSED

[@allisonp72]

We've seen this with several friends as well!

[@derry667dingo]

Just watched this movie as a “special advance screening” here in Australia 🇦🇺 and it was BEYOND AWESOME!

[@Karime18]

I'm so proud of Lin and what he has accomplished. I'm happy a Latino is putting Latin culture out there in a loving, happy and positive way! We ALL needed this and the world needed to see this!

[@anatejada1100]

He really showed how NYC is in the summer ...thanks for showing different Latinos, especially the Heights AKA Little Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

[@anniemayfield4589]

I watched the movie last night and I just had this moment where I thought “wow they look like me”

[@songbird2g2]

What a genuinely sweet, gracious soul. #LMM

[@05_raine_08]

1:21 - 1:48 He took the words right out of my mouth. Lin Manuel Miranda’s amazing and his work is incredible and he has my appreciation 😊

[@vicbernardis]

Lin is so humble and down to earth and I love him for that

[@rubendevereaux6086]

El orgullo que sientes cuando oyes canciones del orgullo hispano que uno tiene no puedes no llorar. ¡Viva Manuel Miranda! ¡Viva el orgullo hispano!

[@dzov3485]

Man, I totally wanna cry. I've been waiting for this movie for years 😢

[@dymphnavanderzwaag4810]

Lin Manuel Miranda: The Stan Lee of his broadway universe

[@catherinecampbell1215]

I just saw the flag from my mom’s island hanging up there! I am so happy.

[@wolffisu]

I live in Texas and my father is from New York, so the both of us has seen through our friends and close family members a lot of what happens in the film. I was absolutely blow away by the film, almost offended that my mom didn't like it, and learned that my father used to spend a lot of time in Washington Heights. He said it reminded him of home. This movie wasn't made for me and my mom, so we don't have to understand it, but I still appreciate the stories. Usnavi's cousin really struck a nerve with me. I won't spoil it, but he reminded me of a close friend's journey.

[@thewatchfemme4051]

Cutting Piragua would have been a travesty!

[@marisamartinez6573]

Don’t mind me, I’m just binge watching Lin-Manuel Miranda videos right after watching In The Heights ❤️ Anyone else?

[@lunamarina2462]

REPRESENTATION MATTERS!! I saw this movie and got so emotional!!! Cried from beginning to end! 😭😭😭❤️ Thank you Lin Manuel Miranda for this gift!

[@GPS379]

The most down to earth , humble soul he is

[@crazy4jjc]

Everything Lin writes is gold! Love him. In the heights was fantastic!!!

[@toddziadly]

Lin is like a fine wine

[@nooneaskedbut5433]

The man is non-stop.

[@rapideye]

Nooooooon-stop

[@rowandreeland3034]

@@rapideye gentlemen of the jury I'm curious bear with me

[@jaxonellbelurin472]

@@rowandreeland3034 are you aware that we’re making histry?

[@rowandreeland3034]

@@jaxonellbelurin472 this is the first murder trial of our brand new Nation

[@nooneaskedbut5433]

@@rowandreeland3034 The liberty behind deliberation

[@carolbenson6524]

Just saw this at The Fine Arts Center in Colorado Springs! This guy is a genuine and a gem!

[@medrazosquared8597]

Lin I'm alive this year because of you!!!

[@MegaBubu72]

That scene will always give me goosebumps 🇵🇷🇵🇷❤️

[@Imjuscariii]

UGHH I love Lin so much, he’s had such an impact on my life in such a short time! He’s one of the main reasons behind my love for theatre! The BEST!

[@jorgejaime6582]

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[@panchaliparbhoo3263]

Jimmy: And don't stop. And you never stopped. Me: I guess you could say he's *non-stop* 😏

[@pamelamays4186]

Me at 19: Taking classes at a community college, still deciding what I really wanted to be when I grew up.

[@mary__simone]

Me too fam. We'll find our way eventually. 💕

[@jorgejaime6582]

@@mary__simone Bznnzdn

[@nickjjismyhusband]

Ik he’s married but still…I would marry this man in 0.00001 seconds

[@nataliag8604]

Lin is out here making us Latinos proud!

[@JoseOrtiz-zx8sf]

He's making everyone proud :).

[@debbiedoodiedandi]

The story behind getting this to the big screen could be it's own movie!

[@hectornegron9155]

I got goosebumps and I haven't even watched the movie yet. Just a beautiful gorgeous tribute to ourselves and then some. I only wish the whole planet could see this amazing work of art.

[@thefamilyshow8571]

This man is truly an amazing piece of art and is so humble. He is a literal genius.

[@Blazingscourge]

Damn I was tearing up at the clip. This is gonna be great!

[@artrojas4732]

He never plans it and then appears in all his creations lol

[@lesliehayes3921]

I’ve seen Hamilton in NY & have watched videos of other Alexanders who may have better voices but it’s Lin’s baby & no one has his passion. ITH he always said he was writing it for himself to play lead.

[@adambowker2140]

He absolutely planned it on broadway for both ITH and Hamilton, and never denied that.

[@goldenclaw_]

@@lesliehayes3921 Yeah but his voice though... I mean, I love Hamilton but I'm reluctant of showing it to my family cause I know they will hate Lin's voice and it may kinda ruin the experience. When you're that bad of a singer, you shouldn't cast yourself as the lead role even though you wrote the thing ( other composers don't), but I admit his energy is nice to see. I gotta say though, he's improved a lot now since he's been taking singing lessons thanks to disney.

[@vicbernardis]

He always planned it and he had already said that

[@vicbernardis]

@@goldenclaw_ nobody can rap the way Lin raps, and check “Cheering From Me Now” and then say he is a bad singer🤷🏻‍♀️ he is not the best but he is not bad

[@pattywalser2627]

Just saw this movie and it is an incredible movie - so much talent!!!!! Lin-Manuel Miranda is a genius and so talented.

[@cindygr8ce]

Love him!!! If my son or any of my children for that matter turn out a quarter as amazing(not talking about the wealth) as Lin Manuel Miranda I'll have done a good job as a parent with a hefty dose of luck

[@adamalcover2419]

I have to give Fallon alot of credit he put on Bad Bunny, Nicky Jam, J Balvin, and now Lin Manuel. Putting Latinos and Spanish pop culture through the mainstream American media.

[@minniw1z]

Lin is one of the most talented human beings on this planet!! how could anyone dislike this??

[@arelysheredia5668]

Lin I don't personally know you, but I'm proud of you 👏👏👏 🇵🇷🤩

[@zoerodriguez2530]

LinManuel, puerto Rico está muy orgulloso de ti.🇵🇷

[@michellepalmaasencio7411]

Me encanta 😊 un latino triunfando . Se ve q es un hombre muy humilde , lo admiro muchísimo está poniendo el nombre de los latinos en alto.👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼bravo mis respetos , se nota se siente tan orgulloso de ser latino.

[@lostsoldier212]

The pidagua guy vs the Mr Softy shows the struggle of the old ways fading away, like the gentrification of the city he described throughout the story.

[@lareine7953]

I can’t wait to see the movie. Lin is so wonderful and seems so sweet.

[@moou5860]

When Jimmy said ‘I needed this’ 💯 This I didnt know I needed this movie either

[@cherbert359]

One thing that stood out to watching the extra was when talked Abuela that fact she was like everyone grandma and mom which was absolutely true she reminded me of my Sicilian grandma my dad mom so much was scary my G was very family Oriented she love her city

[@angelinor.7926]

I watched the Broadway years ago when Lin played Usnavi. It’s been my favorite Broadway since, every song is drilled into my head especially since my Abuela and Mom loved the Broadway since it to spoke to them. I’m the 1st gen in my family born on the mainland, my Abuela and my mom were raised in puerto Rico and immigrated. They went through their share of struggles, and gave me the chance to have a comfortable life. It just really spoke to my family and I enjoyed the songs, plus I use to wear the same hat as Usnavi and thought I was the coolest kid in elementary.

[@xxcutiegirl2o9xx]

Ugh I just wished that part with Lin and Anthony was shot wider! Would have been the cherry on top to get them on screen at the same time. It was just short of epic lol

[@gmade2620]

I just watched the film and I cried like a baby but my soul is full . This connects not only to Latinos but to so many communities that carry their dreams with “ paciencia y fe” . Raise your flag with pride as it’s not what separates us but what unites us . Gracias Lin-Manuel Miranda de corazón .

[@lupevinado3087]

“I was writing what was missing”

[@millie8974]

I'm truly touched my In the Heights. IM SO HAPPY RIGHT NOW. Latinos are never the main characters!

[@thespibunny272]

How were we so lucky to be blessed with the talent and passion that is Lin Manuel Miranda?

[@trixyparra9150]

🎶 "Alza la bandera, la bandera . . ." 🎶 Me: 🙌🏼 🇨🇴 🙌🏼 🇪🇨 🙌🏼 All these clips of the movie have me wanting to dance and join them! 💃🔥💃🔥💃 Love Lin-Manuel! Can't wait to watch "In The Heights!" 🙌🏼❤🙌🏼

[@michelcomenta]

I'm so happy to live at the same time as Lin 💙

[@amydunnefp]

im so so so proud of him

[@cnyr05]

An icon from our generation!!!! Beautifully breaking walls for the culture.

[@amitbenjam]

“I was writing what was missing” thats beautiful

[@katia8644]

just watched the movie and it was incredible. one of my favorites!!

[@Julie-ye1rj]

We actually don't deserve Lin-Manuel Miranda, It's Lin's world and we're all happily living in it !

[@kylleethekiwi2175]

Man he is so flipping amazing I want to have a life in musical theater so bad but I started freaking out thinking I would fail but watching Lin I think I will keep going and writing

[@HelloTuuuurdz]

SOOO MUCH LOVE FOR LIN AND EVERYONE INVOLVED IN THIS BEAUTIFUL FILM ❤️🇲🇽🎈

[@ma_geex]

I see him as someone who is so excited about his teenage dream unfolding before his eyes. There is so much passion and artistry in him and he deserves all the recognition for his amazing works.

[@stefshiddles]

So proud of him 💙💙💙

[@bennied.5375]

Love you Lin. Amazing Musical. Looking forward to see your more and more beautiful works. Greetings from Germany.

[@tomtamjimjams]

LOVE YOU LIN. LOVE YOU, LOV THE OBC, LOVE THE MOVIE CAST. LOVE JON M CHU. YALL MADE THIS HAPPEN AND IT IS AMAZING

[@annenadar5930]

I would love to have him as my substitute teacher

[@baylinkdashyt]

He will, in fact, make that leap one more time, at least. Kennedy Center Honors for this guy in the next 10 years sometime. Bet me.

[@jaytagle]

Lin you are a blessing in this world!!!