Taylor Swift is Jerrod Carmichael’s Best Friend

Jerrod talks about his new docuseries “Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show,” taking inspiration from the Kardashians and the Housewives, making it for people that embrace really difficult conversations, being his most real self on camera, going on a road trip with his dad, attending a football game with Taylor Swift, and her being his best friend.
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[@jnpilot]

As a social media manager, as soon as he said that Taylor Swift better not be in the title, I knew what any sane social employee would do🤣

[@ryansullivan5575]

Apologies if this is super snarly, but I don't know what I expect a social media manager to know about anything.

[@williamdillard5060]

​@@ryansullivan5575that was Super Duper Snarly 😂

[@marquittabaines6168]

@@ryansullivan5575then you have no idea what a social media manager job entails.

[@qgaming2687]

@jnpilot who do u manage? Seriously curious

[@San-dx7rt]

Lol

[@d8bn]

Ha ha, the KZbin title is what he didn't want. Lol. 10:09

[@reddy272]

They literally typed exactly what he said lol

[@ogbobbyjohnson7776]

That makes it even funnier

[@FirestormX9]

@@reddy272 Its creative, what do you mean? :p

[@DUBC_OG_610]

They literally named the video the exact worst possible outcome in his mind, that’s cold blooded 😂

[@vincknade5140]

I feel like his style of comedy is so surreal and laid back that in a way it doesn't even feel like comedy. It's more like hearing your buddy's funny insights while you're driving around town if that makes any sense.

[@robtk3]

'While money can't buy happiness, it certainly lets you choose your own form of misery." -Groucho Marx

[@droge410]

Phew that quote hit me! So true

[@gloriaf6971]

Jerrod Carmichael is great. Glad to see he has another show. I loved his first sitcom.

[@nxo91]

What an infectious laughter. Two nice sounds of laughter in one show.

[@alyceeliza7467]

I’m obsessed with him. His SNL hosting, the Seth Meyers’s interview, the globes hosting and his breakthrough special rothaniel are amazing.

[@Chr1st8l]

His SNL monologue was genius comedy.

[@ChatBully87]

Me toooooo. I been a fan for sooo long !!! He's AMAZING, and he's intelligent and he's soooo handsome!!!

[@daking589]

I am FULLY with you. I love him.

[@MajestyMaica]

Me too!!!!

[@mcflyjediguy7719]

😂and they ran with the title anyway😂

[@ltaylor2799]

lmao y’all did him dirty on the title after he asked you so nicely 😅

[@pamelatimmins1055]

Jerrod is so funny, and to have Taylor as a best friend would be the greatest thing ever. Such a great and funny interview, Jimmy.

[@WrasslinKing]

Jimmy is the ultimate empath. From his frequent crying at tragedies to interviews like these where it almost feels like he feels the sadness of Jerrod's situation with his parents and wants to take it away somehow. Truly a great persons seemingly.

[@papito2lindo]

“We don’t get paid to be creative, we get paid to get results!!!!!!!” 10:20

[@VoteForBukele]

Underrated comment😂

[@francinelukban8389]

this conversation was really real and they got to have an actual discussion about his life which was the best part of this interview

[@wildhopeXx]

the silence after he said "unfortunately money doesn't buy happiness" was hilarious

[@THEJoeDub22]

Jerrod is simply a gem. So damn talented and charismatic.

[@Trina_White]

Lmao at the title!! You make me giggle, Jimmy!❤😂👍

[@L_M_V]

I don’t think Jimmy picked the title ultimately but maybe he did recommend it 😂

[@susantaylor9923]

Dear Jerrod Carmichael, Because you represent so many of us (millions and millions) who long for the same type of answers from your parents we all do, I think I know what will release the some of the answers, in a way that will keep your show going and reach more of us. Could this be? You might try slipping in a question about what happened in his childhood but be specific, even humorous. It takes compassion, humor, a grasp of the society at the time and a willingness to think beyond your own life. See what happens. I'm 83 and it didn't dawn on me to recently what the answers might be and they are pretty interesting.

[@JessicaJokisch]

How have I never heard of him before!!? He’s hilarious. Can’t wait to watch his show!

[@Kittymancer78]

There's also his first show, the Carmichael show.

[@DRAMATICLEGS]

Highly recommend watching his sitcom 'The Carmichael Show' might be on Peacock since it was a nbc show. Also hos HBO stand up 'Rothanial'

[@deestreetentertainment4724]

His first show is still on Hulu as well. And his specials are all on Max.

[@RareAirTwo4]

His dad was like, "Lord god help us all."

[@Shea3224]

Jerrod Carmichael, You're so Brave for coming out. I'm so glad you came out. You're also a very handsome, yet humble, kind, sweet, hilarious, & amazing human being. I really enjoyed this interview so much!! NEVER forget YOUR WORTH!! & NEVER forget that YOU MATTER!! 😍💜💜

[@PeterShankland-so3rw]

So happy you are learning to be your best, most authentic and genuine self, Jerrod. It is a journey well worth experiencing 🙏

[@Jake.r606]

Jerrod is so brave for coming out

[@123benny4]

It's not easy sometimes. He even said he has sad moments.

[@DWINC]

In the US yes…. In Europe it’s been pretty normal since the 80s. I love my country but sometimes we’re extremely backward compared to Europe, especially countries like The Netherlands. Makes me sad.

[@tatahsantiago69]

Yes Jerrod the scene between the cameras cut is the real one and we all want that! wohooo!!! Go go Jerrod‼️

[@villanessa]

He was also in Poor Things.

[@cfoley1014]

Ah…That’s the connection to TS, via her good friend Emma Stone likely

[@AA-wc3tw]

As someone with super-difficult parents, I'm interested in watching a show that shows difficult parents in normal/trivial situations that make them horribly uncomfortable.

[@Tangobutton]

Thank you, Daniel Tosh, for bringing Jerrod Carmichael to the party!

[@Arulane]

Good comedian!

[@NewMessage]

Well, he was right about the title.. time to follow him as a guru.

[@williamdillard5060]

Jimmy is hilarious and also a very good interviewer. Never miss a show.

[@hojichaisfarsuperiortochai9309]

Damn! Jimmy’s his therapist. 😮

[@jcmarshall1303]

His smile.

[@addiegabriel9333]

I love that you titled it exactly what he told you not to 😂

[@lashendawest7509]

We love Jerrod Carmichael

[@MrVoiceB]

Danny DeVito’s 35th birthday today

[@gdhaney136]

"I'm still sad all the time, so whatever..." (with a smile) I've never related to anything more.

[@tedtamada]

I can’t wait to watch his show.

[@GiGi-lg1dl]

I’m intrigued by the uncomfortable description of the show being presented with a giant smile 😃

[@skidawg22]

He was there to see Jason Kelce take his shirt off. Missed opportunity.

[@vcarter0723]

He had the YT title spot on!

[@sabrinaestrada3590]

I love this dude! ❤

[@haineko1989]

5:50 ouch. Yes. I feel that o.o

[@hectornegron9155]

What a charming young man. I'd be honored having him as my son.

[@EmilyBoltz]

Il going to check out this show -

[@shegee120]

Jerrod is adorable!

[@HRHDMKYT]

His parents sound very normal. I could never have any deep convo’s with mine either when they were alive.

[@Chibbykins]

That's...incredibly sad

[@yurielcundangan9090]

Trump should be held accountable rn

[@DennisTheInternationalMenace]

Facts

[@DennisTheInternationalMenace]

If it was any other normal citizen, They would be behind bars already!

[@BillNye-n2k]

For what ? Lmao

[@Atom63-f3y]

@@BillNye-n2kLMAO…everything he’s done and said ALL HIS CRIMINAL LIFE…WTF DUDE? Troll much?

[@omon4084]

I applaud Jimmy Kimmel Live for its diverse roster of guests. JKL regularly hosts women and people of color. I was happily shocked to see both of Wednesday’s non-musical guests were African American. That never happens. JKL just wants the most interesting lineup.

[@themorales6]

This guy is awesome! Never heard of him. Glad to discover him.

[@themorales6]

@@BetteLouWho thanks!

[@Nobody-dl4tm]

KZbin title guys got no chill 😂😂

[@MichelleLyn84]

Not familiar with this guy but he’s funny, sometimes in an awkward way, but sometimes that’s the best way to be funny lol that’s my kind of sense of humor 😁

[@boringpage9779]

I became a fan when he released “Rothaniel” 2 years ago. You should DEFINITELY check it out if you haven’t already :)

[@kkumdori]

Love him!

[@scyofstate]

Excellent. Obsessed with Rothaniel ❤

[@rhysdbeast5]

That convo between him and his dad took ME OUT 😅😅😅😅😅

[@juliethmendoza3766]

Money can't buy happiness 😢 Don't worry, Michael ... everyone has it! When u feel sadness, don't fuel it! Continue living! It will pass! Be strong 💪 ✨️ ❤️

[@tatikapaya]

incredible title choice after watching hahaha

[@FrisbeeGirl]

Jerrod, you are my spirit animal.

[@leshadneal1]

His new show is so real and deep!

[@DrNancyLivingCoCreatively]

He's wonderful.💙

[@lorimontcalm9086]

Jarrod, living an interesting life, understatement!!❤

[@opaladwyl]

I love him…definitely the best of the best friends

[@jenniferr5562]

Winston-Salem is so proud of Jarrod!!!!

[@yurielcundangan9090]

Trump should be held accountable rn😢

[@_Amor_Fati]

Great title

[@modemmama100]

OMG I love Jerrod !❤❤❤

[@boringpage9779]

He’s representing those of us who grew up with toxic/homophobic parents 🥹. It’s so exciting.

[@seanscommentary]

so true

[@jmg999]

He's really funny! I'm going to have to check out his program.

[@laurawatters914]

WHAT A SWEETHEART!! YOU CAN TELL HE WAS HAPPY TO BE ON JIMMY KIMMEL!! I ADORE JIMMY KIMMEL!! I ENJOYED THAT INTERVIEW. 😊🩷🤘✌️

[@sikiagray93]

Love Jerrod ❤

[@themaestrodamus]

Money doesn’t buy happiness but you can drown your sorrow in things

[@QbnAmCan]

My parents are the same they didn’t/don’t want to talk about anything meaningful.

[@perspicaciouscritic]

Jerrod Carmichael is an authentic artist trying to navigate his way through the superficial industry that is Hollywood. It's no wonder he occasionally has sad 'pockets'.

[@melosjacob205]

A Sweet guy 😊

[@thatdan]

I’m glad for his show it seems like since he came out His acting and comedy went back inside Good to see he’s back outside.

[@johnsonken96]

I have been Swift-baited. Darn. Though Jerrod is a cool actor.

[@AshiyaWhitley-ShawVeganAthlete]

Taylor Swift not being in the title, is equal to Matt Damon waiting backstage to be on the show. 😩Someone will be utterly disappointed.😂

[@sandragriffey4869]

❤❤❤❤❤AWESOME AND Ms. Taylor Swift is HIS BEST FRIEND

[@yoshinoyajones8924]

no, 6!! Yes!! Fish tacos!!!

[@bkvisuals7627]

Emotional fearfactor

[@torguy5763]

I strongly disagree, money certainly does buy happiness, as long as you don't get too attached to material things and let greed overtake you.

[@Science_Labs_]

Oooohhhh, no top billing

[@Melvin8311]

💯💯

[@DNOJ]

Is he hers? Nvm question answered Immediately

[@RAYGUNKNEESHURT]

I wish I could date him. He is amazing.

[@darrylbrown8253]

Jimmy why you do that man wrong like that with that title?

[@DavidCrisp-rv7js]

I'm sorry that's pretty messed up, you cannot accept your child the way they are, you are more messed up than your child if that's the way you are

[@seanscommentary]

amen to that

[@mo-whack6790]

I watch it and I'm a bit concerned for Jerrod.

[@MrFalcon2009]

Who

[@pattinpups9680]

Idea for an episode... The news that Fox viewers were not shown... I'd love to have a video that exposes things like the lawsuit about the lies concerning voting machines and Fox and so much more that Fox viewers do not know about. Explained simply. Don't complicate it with vocabulary.

[@justincastillogayray]

Comedians should know better to be honest to other comedians.

[@rhondastewee]

Of course he is she love the Gays😊😊😊

[@gorkmusic]

Taylor Swift is Jerrod Carmichael's Best Friend

[@mariepanimdim4303]

Great interview 😂💙he’s cohosting was perfect 👌

[@Aptster1939]

Yeonmi Park!! Yeonmi Park!! Yeonmi Park!!!

[@derrickdicaprio]

Corey Holcomb was right!

[@boringpage9779]

Nope.

[@michaelpeak2438]

Nah he was being bitter.

[@einalemmorttub8542]

What he say?

[@VoteForBukele]

@@einalemmorttub8542grunts. Some shuckin’. A little jivin’. You know. Standard holcolmb stuff.

[@loveearth7011]

😢. For a moment. Once you have lost everything. The $$$ might buy a little 😅. (But I lost most long ago.)

[@The_Infamous_Boogyman]

Jerod had an excellent tv sitcom, which was hilarious, but he and his weird voice had no place in "poor things"

[@Klapback]

$$$$ can definitely buy my happiness, if anyone wants to give me some I’ll prove it 😂

[@jesperjee]

The dad reacts like all of us.

[@joanneweiss3864]

Nope. Just nope.😢

[@DavidCrisp-rv7js]

Maybe that's a secret tendency that his father had, but it was taboo,

[@richardseddon5043]

Love your work Jimmy, big fan, but mate you gotta give Guillermo the flick. He’s not funny at all and is just a disgrace.