Leslie Jordan's Attempt to Play Straight on Ellen's Sitcom

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  • čas přidán 27. 09. 2021
  • Leslie Jordan chatted with Ellen and guest co-host Mila Kunis about his appearance in Ellen's ‘90s sitcom, and how he was sure he could play straight on "Ellen." The actor also showed off an attractive picture of him in his 20s, described his stint as an exercise rider for racehorses, and discussed his star-studded album, "Company's Comin'."
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Komentáře • 864

  • @TheJoshua09
    @TheJoshua09 Před 2 lety +1834

    “I open my mouth and 50 yards of purple chiffon come out.” Iconic line 😂

  • @kennedymaraj
    @kennedymaraj Před 2 lety +1626

    Leslie Jordan is such an amazing storyteller. He hooks you in and never lets you go. I can listen to him forever.

    • @katiecf1178
      @katiecf1178 Před 2 lety +10

      You should go listen to him on Mayim Bialik's Breakdown Podcast on CZcams! Highly recommend. 😉

    • @pattycake9183
      @pattycake9183 Před 2 lety +15

      He's Southern. That's what we do.

    • @tcnance1317
      @tcnance1317 Před 2 lety +4

      Me2

    • @dougedoug2105
      @dougedoug2105 Před 2 lety +5

      It’s ironic one night last week I was thinking about his character in The Help film as I was getting ready for bed. I must’ve said “Shut The Dam Door” like 20 times that night 😂🤣😅

    • @robpelarde4734
      @robpelarde4734 Před 2 lety +5

      He is a class act, I love him so much ❤️

  • @dougsmith1992
    @dougsmith1992 Před 2 lety +1198

    I love how genuinely engaged and invested Mila is. She’s hanging on to his every word

    • @dawnswan8567
      @dawnswan8567 Před 2 lety +6

      The one

    • @shellybaby5th
      @shellybaby5th Před 2 lety +23

      I want Lesley and Mila to be friends!👩🏼‍🤝‍👩🏻

    • @BigDadNRG
      @BigDadNRG Před 2 lety +24

      Oh yeah. Easy to do when you have such an awesome and engaged guest. I smiled through his entire interview. :-)

    • @cd6243
      @cd6243 Před 2 lety +10

      @@shellybaby5th me too 😂 I love him so much 🥰 he was on The will and grace show

    • @popularloner4279
      @popularloner4279 Před 2 lety +9

      @@cd6243 Yes! I loved when he went at it with Karen!😂

  • @mf568
    @mf568 Před 2 lety +832

    I am so happy he didn't live his life quietly. He is hysterical.

    • @j.c7719
      @j.c7719 Před 2 lety +16

      He knows how to stand up for himself too! I love him

    • @mikechandler4243
      @mikechandler4243 Před rokem

      Hello M F I most say you got a cute smile?

    • @mf568
      @mf568 Před rokem +1

      @@mikechandler4243 aw shucks, thank you😊

    • @mikechandler4243
      @mikechandler4243 Před rokem

      Your are welcome. But I'm sorry for intruding into your I hope you forgive me

    • @mikechandler4243
      @mikechandler4243 Před rokem

      Wow where are you from

  • @karenleemallonee684
    @karenleemallonee684 Před rokem +61

    You are missed beyond words, Leslie! Rest in Peace 🌹

  • @adamemac
    @adamemac Před 2 lety +573

    "Learned to be funny to keep the bullies at bay."
    WHOA! How many of us lived by this and didn't even know it?! 🙋‍♂️

  • @JosePerez-gp2dz
    @JosePerez-gp2dz Před rokem +285

    I can’t help it but shed a tear or 10, leslie made me laugh in the early 2000s and got me through the pandemic. I never met you but thank you you awesome man. Rest in peace. ❤

    • @bostonteaparty3926
      @bostonteaparty3926 Před rokem +9

      I am just now discovering him and he is such a hoot! I love him and I am in tears when I saw his accident and he was on the ground covered with a sheet.

    • @fushidrashad9268
      @fushidrashad9268 Před rokem +1

      @@bostonteaparty3926 I love him so much!

    • @darlagreene2805
      @darlagreene2805 Před rokem

      Shedding Tears too.

    • @sweetblaqcoffey962
      @sweetblaqcoffey962 Před rokem +4

      I've been fighting tears too! I absolutely LOVE Leslie, alive, dead or otherwise. My heart is broken and while I'm laughing at his story, my tears are slowly falling. Sleep well, Leslie. You have no idea of how much you will be missed.

  • @curtischildress9580
    @curtischildress9580 Před rokem +63

    Leslie Jordan lived long enough to enjoy the light of his becoming a legend. ...A true character & spirit & wit for the ages. His presence is a big loss with his most recent unexpected passing.

  • @MissIngrilicious100
    @MissIngrilicious100 Před 2 lety +531

    Leslie Jordan is so underrated. He is so funny, he trips me everytime I watch Will and Grace🤣🤣🤣

    • @davekincade8141
      @davekincade8141 Před 2 lety +12

      Totally agree. When you hear him come on saying “Well Well Well” something funny is going to happen.

    • @seanswinton6242
      @seanswinton6242 Před 2 lety +5

      Also his appearances on Boston Legal episodes. Especially those with James Spader and Betty White.

    • @caseycoleman394
      @caseycoleman394 Před 2 lety +2

      I recognized him off of the TV show......Reba. When he called Brock(Mary).

    • @bobobingus3155
      @bobobingus3155 Před rokem +1

      Rest in peace

  • @lucpe
    @lucpe Před 2 lety +577

    How could you NOT LOVE Leslie Jordan… He’s just a bundle of joy… 🥰❤️❤️❤️

  • @nanwood7294
    @nanwood7294 Před 2 lety +178

    Met him once. He IS exactly as nice n funny in person as he portrays on TV. Super funny uplifting guy!!!

    • @arielblue
      @arielblue Před rokem +1

      Sad that he passed away on Monday.

  • @MofongoJones
    @MofongoJones Před rokem +142

    RIP Leslie, you were in a category all by yourself! You helped shine a light in our hearts during the pandemic! ❤God bless you!!

  • @vivandav67
    @vivandav67 Před rokem +53

    I'm sad thinking about the additional years we could've been entertained by him, but I'm also happy for the time we had with him...he was a national treasure....

  • @nycdarin
    @nycdarin Před 2 lety +114

    This is a perfect example of what a national treasure looks like. What a great storyteller!

  • @denisejackson4205
    @denisejackson4205 Před rokem +5

    I TRULY LOVE HIM. R.I.P.

  • @sydneymitchell8822
    @sydneymitchell8822 Před 2 lety +221

    i could just listen to him talk and tell stories for hours and hours.

  • @akastardust
    @akastardust Před 2 lety +512

    I rarely watch videos all the way through without skipping here and there. Not this time. Have him back on every day. I adore him.

    • @savannahm5529
      @savannahm5529 Před 2 lety +5

      if you search for his coronavirus diaries are FANTASTIC.

    • @katiecf1178
      @katiecf1178 Před 2 lety +3

      You should check him out on Mayim Bialik's Breakdown Podcast on CZcams! Highly recommend. 😉

    • @andrewcollins4089
      @andrewcollins4089 Před 2 lety +5

      He should be the new host😂

    • @julievanderleest
      @julievanderleest Před 2 lety +5

      Dame. I agree, he needs to be a host of the show next.☺️

    • @MsDreamscaper
      @MsDreamscaper Před 2 lety

      This video showed up on my feed. I watched and enjoyed the whole interview. I liked him on Will and Grace. He's so interesting and funny.

  • @JacksMarie
    @JacksMarie Před rokem +65

    Im so happy he got his flowers and more recognition that he wholeheartedly deserved during the pandemic ..he kept sooo many of us laughing. hes always been an amzing funny human. Rest in peace leslie ❤️❤️

  • @locolynn1977
    @locolynn1977 Před rokem +50

    Such a talent. He will be missed. ❤️

  • @kailynbrennan1412
    @kailynbrennan1412 Před rokem +26

    What a beautiful soul of a man. The world lost such a bright light. RIP Leslie.

  • @themaggattack
    @themaggattack Před 2 lety +70

    "I spit on it and popped it back in. I've got lots of skills." 🤣🤣🤣 I just love Leslie.

    • @DC45193
      @DC45193 Před 2 lety +4

      They didn't catch that. 🌈

    • @courtneyleanne6405
      @courtneyleanne6405 Před rokem

      @@DC45193 😂😂

    • @horu6459
      @horu6459 Před 4 měsíci

      I read your comment just before Leslie saidt that. Ok. He was talking about his contact lens. Got it. 🤔😅🤭

  • @tesscakes1517
    @tesscakes1517 Před rokem +4

    Aww... "I will, I'll circle the block". 😄😄😄 Such a sweetheart❣🙏🏾♥🕊

  • @melb2086
    @melb2086 Před rokem +5

    He was so dear and sweet 🥺 Rest in peace beautiful little man💔

  • @camiocain5075
    @camiocain5075 Před rokem +6

    such a gem. you’ll be cherished forever

  • @juleswick
    @juleswick Před 2 lety +86

    If you look up the word JOY in the dictionary you will see a HUGE picture of Leslies face!! ♥️✌🏻🌈

  • @DD-ol1pq
    @DD-ol1pq Před 2 lety +297

    He’s a true storyteller, like Jamie Foxx. They could entertain you for hours just telling stories.

    • @CeliniacForLife
      @CeliniacForLife Před 2 lety +5

      And Tiffany Haddish. They're gifted storytellers.

    • @armandoucles5346
      @armandoucles5346 Před 2 lety +11

      I would go see a Jamie Foxx and Leslie Jordan buddy movie.

    • @DD-ol1pq
      @DD-ol1pq Před 2 lety +5

      @@armandoucles5346 Ha! Can you imagine??? 😂😂😂😂

    • @lisad1655
      @lisad1655 Před 2 lety +5

      @@armandoucles5346
      Omg,that sounds amazing,I would 100% watch that. I bet it would be one of the funniest movies ever. I love Leslie and his accent,he is an awesome storyteller. I didn't want his segment to end.

    • @malegi29
      @malegi29 Před rokem

      I would say more like Bryan Cranston and Matthew MCConaghey

  • @njabulogamede8905
    @njabulogamede8905 Před 2 lety +84

    This guy is literally my favorite human being😂❤️

  • @DarlingEbony
    @DarlingEbony Před rokem +11

    He was pure authentic joy.

  • @caiobella6
    @caiobella6 Před 2 lety +164

    Wait I didn't even realize how time was going by, I wanted to just keep listening to him tell me stories and make me smile. 🥺

  • @linettesanchez9955
    @linettesanchez9955 Před 2 lety +78

    Leslie Jordan is a treasure!! The absolute best side character in Will and Grace.

  • @ifiknewthen13
    @ifiknewthen13 Před rokem +4

    "Stay seated you're already saved."🤣🤣. You will be solely missed. The humor is just dripping and it was a pleasure 💕

  • @melaniegade3191
    @melaniegade3191 Před 2 lety +70

    He was wonderful on Will & Grace

    • @Andrew7244
      @Andrew7244 Před 2 lety +2

      Key player, no doubt

    • @jackhonlaughs
      @jackhonlaughs Před 2 lety +5

      WELL WELL WELL !

    • @DarkAurora2002
      @DarkAurora2002 Před 2 lety +2

      The funniest bit wasn't him directly but when Karen announced to all of New York, "ATTENTION NEW YORK: BEVERLEY LESLIE IS A HOMOSEXUAL. I REPEAT, BEVERLY LESLIE IS A HOMOSEXUAL."

  • @cindyp4553
    @cindyp4553 Před 2 lety +72

    This guy is so charming, I was smiling through the entire interview. Love him!!

  • @sarcasticklutz
    @sarcasticklutz Před 2 lety +45

    Luv that lil dude...he's so funny

  • @greshy92
    @greshy92 Před rokem +12

    Wow he is an icon. Heartbroken💔 Rest in peace Leslie!

  • @karendorsey4780
    @karendorsey4780 Před rokem +6

    I love Leslie Jordan! He was so full of life and laughter! His family embraced who he was! Which helped him ! Rest Well
    Mr. Jordan.🙏🏽

  • @D-MARIE77
    @D-MARIE77 Před 2 lety +78

    LESLIE IS SUCH A TREASURE.. HE BRINGS LAUGHTER AND HAPPINESS.

  • @christa526
    @christa526 Před rokem +18

    Rest in peace, precious Leslie Jordan

  • @aubreysha
    @aubreysha Před rokem +3

    Very emotional. He was a lovely soul RIP

  • @yankeeladee02
    @yankeeladee02 Před 2 lety +141

    💖Let’s give Leslie his own talk show💖

  • @JeremyJoseph
    @JeremyJoseph Před rokem +6

    He was so brilliant! Total legend🤍🙏🏻

  • @apenisavarani1472
    @apenisavarani1472 Před 2 lety +70

    He's a great story teller! I could listen to him all year long

  • @gaveng.1389
    @gaveng.1389 Před rokem +4

    He was so cute and adorable may god rest his soul

  • @vickysmith7644
    @vickysmith7644 Před 2 lety +89

    Watching him during the lockdown got me trough it with laughter. Always loved him! Boston Legal, Reba, Will and Grace and Call Me Kat. Just watched him on the new Fantasy Island! I will watch him on anything he is in. And it is my Birthday today! How perfect!

    • @sallyphillips9175
      @sallyphillips9175 Před 2 lety

      Wait what? There's a new Fantasy Island? Who plays Tattoo?

    • @tj.espygil4544
      @tj.espygil4544 Před 2 lety

      Happy Birthday, Vicky. Who does Leslie play on "Fantasy Island"? Tattoo?

    • @t_better99
      @t_better99 Před 2 lety +1

      He also had a small but fantastic role on Raising Hope

  • @alonzalbrown1883
    @alonzalbrown1883 Před rokem +5

    RIP LESLIE! HE WAS THE SWEETEST OF ❤️

  • @rodrigopontesarquiteto
    @rodrigopontesarquiteto Před 2 lety +45

    Leslie is so cool and naturally funny!! ^^
    Love him

  • @kaseyreed797
    @kaseyreed797 Před rokem +6

    I can just sit and listen to him. Leslie J is just a delight. I love you Mr Jordan. You will be missed "ALWAYS AND FOREVER"

  • @shirleywolff611
    @shirleywolff611 Před rokem +2

    You're dearly missed, Leslie. XOXOXO

  • @rmfyiffa
    @rmfyiffa Před rokem +5

    Thanks to Leslie's giving heart there is no way I could ever forget about him! He'll be on social media for centuries to come! Prayers and blessings and thanks for the great memories!

  • @mrsrae83
    @mrsrae83 Před rokem +8

    I literally smile the whole te he talks 🥰 RIP 🙏 🕊

  • @rodneyhill5960
    @rodneyhill5960 Před rokem +6

    I love everything about this Giant of a soul. God Speed, Leslie.🙏🏻

  • @YesIamMichelleC
    @YesIamMichelleC Před rokem +6

    Love him and glad he shared his light. The world was better for it ❤️

  • @ro143cky
    @ro143cky Před 2 lety +24

    I love him so much. His IG pretty much got me through the first half of the pandemic 🤣🤍

  • @angelabohlen7886
    @angelabohlen7886 Před rokem +10

    This is a loss I felt deeply even though I've never met the man. We've exchanged a few DM's through TikTok which was exciting. I'm sure he did that with many others as well. I just feel like a true joy is now missing from my life & I imagine many othersfeel this way too. I'll cherish all memories & laughter tan this man brought into the world.

  • @rhiannon3595
    @rhiannon3595 Před rokem +5

    I already miss him more than anything, one of the greatest losses of 2022, such a sweet soul, Rest In Peace Leslie 💔

  • @christinamweber395
    @christinamweber395 Před rokem +6

    Rest in peace Leslie there will never be anyone else like u. Ur one legend that's never gonna be forgotten and forever missed

  • @EJAro
    @EJAro Před rokem +8

    What a bright light. Rest In Peace Leslie

  • @ImJustaWill
    @ImJustaWill Před rokem +6

    If the word unapologetically was a person. So glad Leslie lived his life out loud and in living color because you can't help but smile you see/hear him. May he R.I.P!

  • @joseph_22698
    @joseph_22698 Před 2 lety +22

    I used to love him . Now there is no word i can describe how much i do . Fuuny lovely and his sense of humour is what make my day ... i hope he get even more recognized

  • @MosDaft
    @MosDaft Před 2 lety +6

    Leslie Jordan needs a podcast or his own CZcams show. Can't get enough of his humor and positive vibes.

  • @shood35
    @shood35 Před 2 lety +24

    Oh I just love him! He's amazing in person as well. His shows have you rolling.

  • @RosesBloom-im9bv
    @RosesBloom-im9bv Před 2 měsíci +1

    So full of joy and love . Sad for us here on earth , but his soul is dancing in heaven . ❤

  • @RidingQueen101
    @RidingQueen101 Před 2 lety +13

    He is such a bundle of sunshine!! I love him ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @gianerajohn436
    @gianerajohn436 Před rokem +3

    I honestly don’t care much about celebrities passing.. but this one hit me pretty hard. Bless his soul

  • @susanbezio1529
    @susanbezio1529 Před 2 lety +14

    Such a wonderful man. Stayed true to himself all his life. Proud of you Leslie, stay strong.💯❤🙏

    • @joelcollins1356
      @joelcollins1356 Před 2 lety

      Hello Susan. How are you doing? Hope you’re fine. I am Joel and I’m from los Angeles CA. Where are you from? You seem like a real country girl.

  • @nysavvy9241
    @nysavvy9241 Před rokem +5

    Such a lovely man. RIP Leslie!

  • @shellybaby5th
    @shellybaby5th Před 2 lety +20

    I was unknowingly smiling the whole time during this😹

    • @joelcollins1356
      @joelcollins1356 Před 2 lety

      Hello dear. How are you doing? Hope you’re fine. I am Joel and I’m from los Angeles CA. Where are you from? You seem like a real country girl.

    • @shellybaby5th
      @shellybaby5th Před 2 lety

      @@joelcollins1356 Well thanks! But I'm from New York City.

  • @crystalheart9
    @crystalheart9 Před 4 dny

    I've seen Leslie for years on different shows and I just love his work. He never fails to make me laugh. He is a treasure.

  • @Clips172
    @Clips172 Před 2 lety +12

    Cumon!! Who doesn't like Leslie Jordan? He is guaranteed entertainment!!

  • @JoseRodriguez-jt3dz
    @JoseRodriguez-jt3dz Před 2 lety +7

    I love this man!! So nice, kind and genuine!! I want to squeeze him!!!

  • @sanjaygr1777
    @sanjaygr1777 Před 2 lety +34

    He can have his own show

  • @PeachPlastic
    @PeachPlastic Před rokem +1

    4:17 That little exchange between Leslie and Mila was my favorite part. 😂❤

  • @somtoochukwuuwakwe9742
    @somtoochukwuuwakwe9742 Před rokem +4

    He was such a sweet and hilarious soul. God rest his soul ❤

  • @loveylove337
    @loveylove337 Před 2 lety +12

    When I saw this video pop up, all I could think of is MY LITTLE LESLIE ♥️ I love him!!! A NATIONAL TREASURE 💯

  • @Deauxp._
    @Deauxp._ Před rokem +3

    Miss him already 💔

  • @lancel71
    @lancel71 Před rokem +5

    Godspeed Leslie Jordan

  • @michellemeyer1214
    @michellemeyer1214 Před 2 lety +18

    I love this man!!! He got me thru the first year of COVID!!!!

    • @robertbarnabys8990
      @robertbarnabys8990 Před 2 lety

      Hello gorgeous how are you doing today?

    • @thelesliejordanfanpage9026
      @thelesliejordanfanpage9026 Před 2 lety

      You are looking sweet and nice, I would love to know a lot more about you can I have the privilege please 🥰❤️🖤

  • @abzaidi786
    @abzaidi786 Před 2 lety +13

    I could listen to Leslie for hours & hours! 😊 👋

  • @volcrazy89
    @volcrazy89 Před 2 lety +24

    He reminds me so much of Dolly Parton when he tells a story. Must be an East TN thing. lol

    • @SoMixedUp
      @SoMixedUp Před 2 lety

      My sister went to school in Johnson City and they were the nicest people in that city. Always was nervous to be in southern states but they couldn’t be more nice there.

  • @courtenay1986
    @courtenay1986 Před 2 lety +22

    He’s adorable 🥰

  • @dinomite078
    @dinomite078 Před rokem +2

    One of a kind . He made so many laugh when they were down - I was one

  • @x3Stoopid
    @x3Stoopid Před 2 lety +24

    I love this man! His jolly personality can easily brighten any room!

  • @trainwrecktoby
    @trainwrecktoby Před rokem +2

    Mila Kunis' genuine laugh is so heartwarming 😊😊

  • @jasperordrup
    @jasperordrup Před rokem +5

    I miss him already! So unfair that he isn't here anymore. So incredibly funny in Will & Grace, but definitely an amazing person IRL too. R.I.P🙏

  • @bruceallensullivan6532
    @bruceallensullivan6532 Před 2 lety +2

    I worked in a Restaurant with Leslie for 5 years before he hit it big ,,I remember his first cast party at his apartment when he got his first job on some Lee Maygers series

  • @gallifrey1985
    @gallifrey1985 Před 2 lety +10

    Leslie Jordan is hilarious. I absolutely adore him.

  • @moniquerobinson5206
    @moniquerobinson5206 Před rokem +2

    What a sweetheart. He is truly missed. 😓❤️🇨🇦

  • @joshuafass5841
    @joshuafass5841 Před rokem +5

    The world has lost a star. But he was gracious to make our lifes so much brighter.

  • @kimmarievan-ever6599
    @kimmarievan-ever6599 Před rokem +2

    Rip Leslie.. didn't know about him untill he appeared on celebrity big brother here in the UK 🇬🇧.. but I soon fell in love with this cheeky guy..he took no messing and had a big bust up with one fellow contestant...but oh god he was just so funny..and that voice.. I could sit and listen to him all day..God is in hysterics up there now he has Leslie Jordan for company..🇬🇧💞🙏✝️🤣🤣

  • @dee8714
    @dee8714 Před rokem +4

    What a beautiful funny loving soul he was. RIP Leslie. 🙏

  • @troyguidry1104
    @troyguidry1104 Před rokem +5

    R.i.p Leslie Jordan you were great 🙏

  • @khanyisagura4377
    @khanyisagura4377 Před 2 lety +8

    I love him! He was so perfect on Boston Legal

  • @JaQuym
    @JaQuym Před 2 lety +7

    Leslie has such a sweet bright humble spirit i don't think he realizes how incredibly talented and gifted he truly is and the magnitude of his stardom. He is an ICON !

  • @blugreen123
    @blugreen123 Před 2 lety +9

    I love Leslie! He seems like the type that's exactly the same in real life as he is on TV. 😂

  • @erikadavila6574
    @erikadavila6574 Před 2 lety +1

    Omg he is sooooooo sweet and amazing. I love him!!

  • @KeemBeckford
    @KeemBeckford Před 2 lety +11

    This man has such an amazing soul !! Amazing interview 💙

  • @jells.xox0
    @jells.xox0 Před rokem +7

    Rest in peace Leslie Jordan! 🕊️🙏🏼 You will forever be missed

  • @luxaholicanonymous2577
    @luxaholicanonymous2577 Před 2 lety +19

    He needs his own show 🤞🤞🤞

  • @monyciacoleman9037
    @monyciacoleman9037 Před 2 lety +8

    He's adorable!!! I really enjoy watching him on various shows and on Instagram. 😊

  • @shawbaker
    @shawbaker Před rokem +2

    I miss him so much!!! He was such a light in this world! ❤