Viola Davis & Julius Tennon on 20 Years of Marriage, Meeting Michael Jordan & Viola’s EGOT Win

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  • čas přidán 29. 03. 2023
  • Viola talks about calling her husband Julius “George Jefferson,” being married for 20 years, how they met, Julius’ birthday being on December 24th, being married 20 years, Viola being a shy person, working together in the new movie Air, meeting Michael Jordan, Michael wanting Viola to play his mother, Viola winning the EGOT, and her candy addiction.
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Komentáře • 513

  • @Ayaamid
    @Ayaamid Před rokem +756

    her energy around julius is just different she was already amazing and funny but with him beside her you can tell how great they are together and how more fun and herself she is!

    • @TheMichelleRena
      @TheMichelleRena Před rokem +20

      I was just thinking the same thing. I absolutely love when they're together.

    • @kardon4996
      @kardon4996 Před rokem +3

      It's true !!!!!!
      Bless them !!!!!!!!!❤

    • @haiyaniwewe
      @haiyaniwewe Před rokem +2

      Same thought! I love it!!

    • @afeshiabullen6117
      @afeshiabullen6117 Před rokem +2

      You can see how much they adore each other. It's so cute

    • @nn22939
      @nn22939 Před 7 měsíci

      @@roshiseneviratne2943when she has a puppet she controls, why won’t she be happy

  • @johnblaze4540
    @johnblaze4540 Před rokem +357

    Her dark skin in that red dress is nothing but beautiful.. 😍 😩
    A beautiful woman and a lovely couple to have lasted so long in Hollywood!
    It feels like we rarely see couples on these late night shows.

    • @withershin
      @withershin Před rokem +5

      I hate wearing pink/salmon but I look good in it... still... she looks stellar in that red outfit. Also yes. These two roll off each other like I could only hope for.

    • @frenchtoast7742
      @frenchtoast7742 Před rokem +15

      She is GORGEOUS!!

    • @nellyc1002
      @nellyc1002 Před rokem +11

      So beautiful love the lipstick 💄 matches the dress!

    • @shantayedincsoy1611
      @shantayedincsoy1611 Před rokem +2

      Melenin is in! Smoking!

    • @OreBrigham
      @OreBrigham Před rokem +4

      Looks like a Chocolate dipped strawberry. Beautiful!!

  • @BasesLoadedLacquer
    @BasesLoadedLacquer Před rokem +733

    her laugh is literally everything. i adore this woman & it's painfully obvious that julius does, too. i'm so grateful for how far she's come since the "mainstream success" of htgawm. there is nothing that this queen can't do. 🥰

    • @itsmeprasad1987
      @itsmeprasad1987 Před rokem +7

      Why painfully obvious.

    • @BasesLoadedLacquer
      @BasesLoadedLacquer Před rokem +4

      @@itsmeprasad1987 is this a question?

    • @debbydeberardinis8221
      @debbydeberardinis8221 Před rokem +6

      Her laugh should be bottled and sold.

    • @ciaraj3282
      @ciaraj3282 Před rokem +4

      Her laugh is beautiful 😍

    • @ninga55
      @ninga55 Před rokem +9

      I love these 2. I never saw Viola's husband before, but they have to be the best Hollywood couple ever. So adorable

  • @debbiedoodiedandi
    @debbiedoodiedandi Před rokem +565

    Oh my goodness- I'm in love with this couple. I'm so glad they did this interview together

    • @poorthing
      @poorthing Před rokem +6

      They do an online AD tour of their home, it's fun to see how & where our favorite celebs live.
      *Architectural Digest

    • @HH-gv8mx
      @HH-gv8mx Před rokem +2

      @@poorthing oh how cool. Is this like the new MTV cribs? Lol I’ll have to check it out.

    • @nellyc1002
      @nellyc1002 Před rokem +1

      Me too ❤

  • @janetstonerook4552
    @janetstonerook4552 Před rokem +406

    Viola and Julius are such a fun couple! I love the way they just bubble over together and do the same movements as one. They obviously have a deep connection. Can't wait to see them act together as M. Jordan's parents!

  • @1999nami
    @1999nami Před rokem +207

    Her laugh is so contagious! I love her!

  • @soniaalvarado5372
    @soniaalvarado5372 Před rokem +51

    20 years and they act like newlyweds! ❤ I love it!

  • @HH-gv8mx
    @HH-gv8mx Před rokem +165

    What a great couple! And her husband seems like such a gentleman. They don’t make men like this anymore.

    • @kardon4996
      @kardon4996 Před rokem +5

      I don't wanna agree with you!🤮
      But I have to !

    • @opeade9779
      @opeade9779 Před rokem

      Are you a lady that a man like that can marry,it takes two to tango you know. You attract someone like you

    • @rairahman1450
      @rairahman1450 Před rokem +3

      @@opeade9779 I don't think you read/comprehended what she wrote ... it's got nothing to do with "two to tango" if there's no one nearby worthy to tango with.

    • @opeade9779
      @opeade9779 Před rokem

      @Rai Rahman I do understand what she was saying,she is effectively saying there are no
      men like that any more , my point is there are still good men and getting such also require you to be a good woman too. You attract what you are period

  • @kmabythesea
    @kmabythesea Před rokem +160

    THIS IS THE COUPLE OF THE CENTURY! So glad for their happiness and success.

  • @sgarrita2561
    @sgarrita2561 Před rokem +98

    Omg they are so adorable and hysterical together 😂😂❤

  • @ndo533
    @ndo533 Před rokem +32

    They're like grandma and grandpa already 😭😭 the comfort and ease in their chemistry is so palpable and flavorful. They're just...balanced. I can imagine sitting at the foot of their rocking chairs just watching them be so playful 😍

  • @j.cutrone
    @j.cutrone Před rokem +223

    I just love them! I hope Viola wins her second Oscar soon. 💙

    • @poorthing
      @poorthing Před rokem +9

      I predict additions to her EGOT in her future

    • @j.cutrone
      @j.cutrone Před rokem +4

      @LavenderShakespeare she won Best Supporting Actress for ‘Fences’ in 2017.

    • @MsSmith781
      @MsSmith781 Před rokem

      Me too!

    • @iago07
      @iago07 Před rokem +1

      BEST ACTRESS.. will be deserved!

    • @poorthing
      @poorthing Před rokem +1

      @@iago07 Viola HAS an Oscar, but when she gets a great lead actress role and performs with her usual panache, it certainly isn't beyond belief that she could add a Best Actress Oscar to her EGOT.
      If you love Viola you may find her ancestry fascinating on that show
      'Who Do You Think You Are,' -
      I hope I got the programs name right.

  • @johntoth9523
    @johntoth9523 Před rokem +187

    We can thank Jimmy for this wonderful segment. He tees it up for amazing people, and then gets out of the way so they can truly shine. So few hosts are able to do that.

  • @Wiseguyy007
    @Wiseguyy007 Před rokem +208

    What an incredible couple. 🎉 May God Keep them forever.

  • @MissKimLifeStyle
    @MissKimLifeStyle Před rokem +73

    Viola & Julius are so adorable. It’s wonderful to see a couple who can can laugh & have fun together. Julius is not threatened by Viola’s achievements, he supports her, and they’ve built a beautiful life together.

  • @2005SHERWIN
    @2005SHERWIN Před rokem +54

    What a great couple. Don’t you just love the chemistry between them? This interview was just the therapy I didn’t know I needed. Had me smiling the whole time.

  • @seancherry8821
    @seancherry8821 Před rokem +51

    Adorable watching soul mates interact. So alike, yet so different at the same time.

  • @ReadingF.758
    @ReadingF.758 Před rokem +20

    You can see how they let each other shine and you can see there is strong chemistry and adoration for each other. See how he wants to plan a lovely surprise for her...he knows he is a king because he has a queen. so precious.

  • @CJCurlee
    @CJCurlee Před rokem +110

    im listening to her book on audio right now and I will just say.... DO IT! Its fantastic and hard to find a place to pause. She narrates it and its just her TELLING A STORY and WOW what a story! Viola Davis is my own personal hero

    • @babe9293
      @babe9293 Před rokem +14

      Her book is fantastic! I have the hard copy and audio version. Just had to hear it in her voice-there’s such a richness in her voice. She’s a fantastic story teller.

    • @Dannielle.S
      @Dannielle.S Před rokem +11

      Absolutely agree, it’s like no other audio biography I’ve listened to. I chose the audio book because I wanted to hear it in her voice instead of mine. I love her voice so much lol: I forget I’m listening to a “book” all the time. She’s the most natural storyteller I’ve ever heard. And it’s so beautifully written. So worth the purchase.

    • @sarahadams2693
      @sarahadams2693 Před rokem +8

      Same! Just finished it… I laughed, cried and felt inspired! She is truly one of a kind - so in love with her ❤

    • @norasanchez7459
      @norasanchez7459 Před rokem +1

      Can you please share the book title, you got me at audio hehehe & yeah her voice is amazing🌹🌹 God has surely done real good with Ms. Davis, and may God continue to bless her/them richly🙏

    • @Dannielle.S
      @Dannielle.S Před rokem +3

      @@norasanchez7459 it’s called Finding Me!

  • @Creyole
    @Creyole Před rokem +23

    I love how Viola looks at him. It’s looks like they have a lot of private jokes among them. They complete each other’s sentences. It’s such a vibe!

  • @shakinahs
    @shakinahs Před rokem +79

    Congrats 🎉 to 20yrs. I love them both. I saw them together giving a tour of their home, which is beautiful inside and out. I love their chemistry and laughing spirit together, not to mention 20 years of experiences, challenges, and good times. I honestly want to watch “Air” more bc of them, knowingly MJ is not appearing in it. ❤️

  • @mg02353p
    @mg02353p Před rokem +19

    Aww these two make my heart melt! They way he said “I have a few things in mind” for their anniversary 🥹🥰 Love their love! ❤❤❤

  • @brandylis
    @brandylis Před rokem +84

    This was such a delightful interview. Love their spirit and chemistry together. Had me smiling the entire time. ❤️❤️

  • @michaelf8351
    @michaelf8351 Před rokem +43

    The word that comes to mind when I see her is Greatness. I love her in movies. Such power and intensity. I hope she has continued success.

  • @beverlymagnuson5054
    @beverlymagnuson5054 Před rokem +28

    Their love is in the Air. A beautiful and inspirational couple. Absolutely adore viola’s joyful and mischievous laugh!❤️

  • @scruffd0g193
    @scruffd0g193 Před rokem +14

    One of the best of all time, EGOT Winner.

  • @ginawagner6956
    @ginawagner6956 Před rokem +29

    Wow, she is class all the way. What a fabulous lady we can all admire. Her husband is so sweet!

  • @EllaRCrafty67
    @EllaRCrafty67 Před rokem +14

    Omg! They’re still exciting to each other ! That’s inspiring! I adore her and I am just mesmerized by every role she plays!
    Be blessed with many more happy years!!! ❤❤❤

  • @mariajappinen3931
    @mariajappinen3931 Před rokem +40

    I hope they come back together to the show even when they have nothing to promote. Great interview!! ❤

  • @siponlovenotonhate856
    @siponlovenotonhate856 Před rokem +31

    Love them both - Viola is such a force but with so much humor and grace ❤

  • @qtrust
    @qtrust Před rokem +16

    Great couple dynamic. They support and balance each other.
    Julius is a great partner, especially in a situation that would make many so called ‘men’ insecure.
    Hope to see more of them together.

  • @musaelsaidi
    @musaelsaidi Před rokem +27

    Brilliant. They gave this 73 year old man many laughs and confidence that hope still remains for our world.
    G-d bless them both.

  • @filmcrew3531
    @filmcrew3531 Před rokem +18

    Beautiful couple! Viola!!! Julius!!! Love you both! More of them together Kimmel!

  • @wikedwun
    @wikedwun Před rokem +23

    She’s the best! Her energy and mood is everything always so joyful and happy!!

  • @agnesmooney1533
    @agnesmooney1533 Před rokem +9

    Jimmy Kimmel is such a nice guy you can see why he has so many friends. It's so good to see him enjoy having these guests.

  • @christa4338
    @christa4338 Před rokem +13

    I absolutely love Viola's smile when she's with her hubby! 💕

  • @tiarasgibbs8487
    @tiarasgibbs8487 Před rokem +6

    Aww I love those two so much been together since 1999, married back in 2003 they are really truly real life couple goals 🥰🥰😍😍❤️❤️

  • @Keyshaw30
    @Keyshaw30 Před rokem +16

    This made me smile!!! You can tell they’re happy in love!!! Can’t wait to see Air!

  • @shandramare
    @shandramare Před rokem +12

    Watching them together is pure joy! They are such a lovely couple and compliment each other well. Makes me believe in love.❤❤🥰

  • @babe9293
    @babe9293 Před rokem +22

    Love this! What a delightful, fun couple. Congrats on 20 years of marriage. Can’t wait to see the movie!

  • @whynot8901
    @whynot8901 Před rokem +8

    they are the most humble and down to earth couple

  • @travisgrant5608
    @travisgrant5608 Před rokem +45

    Viola is one of America's best actresses ever. Love her work! 👍🤗❤

  • @lanegeda5452
    @lanegeda5452 Před rokem +11

    After 20 years...still smiling so bright ❤

  • @laurinepiper6612
    @laurinepiper6612 Před rokem +15

    What a great couple…..they have great chemistry! Thank you Jimmy for having them on the show!

  • @PennyLane88
    @PennyLane88 Před rokem +4

    Omg Viola you are giving me hope 😂 I’m a 34 year old woman with bad credit and no car 😂

  • @rantsandfaves
    @rantsandfaves Před rokem +4

    Her energy with him is the best. Giggly & flirty. Boy I'm bout to watch the hell out of this movie!

  • @ftc22
    @ftc22 Před rokem +9

    Viola has such class and grace. I totally love her!

  • @DeidraAnn
    @DeidraAnn Před rokem +16

    This interview with these 2 just warmed my heart this Saturday morning❤ They seem like such an amazing loving couple!

  • @TK-yh4hn
    @TK-yh4hn Před rokem +12

    This is everything for me 😊❤ I love when she talks about her husband and now he's here!!!!😍

  • @jamming8148
    @jamming8148 Před rokem +6

    Omg! I love their relationship and love story. Here in interviews by herself and with him she is so comfortable and relaxed! ❤❤❤

  • @NewMessage
    @NewMessage Před rokem +18

    Here I thought George Jefferson's walk was nothin' BUT swag!

  • @beverleyreid7572
    @beverleyreid7572 Před rokem +8

    I love them together! God bless their beautiful relationship. And Julius is a very secure man.

  • @lisagriffin8221
    @lisagriffin8221 Před rokem +11

    They happiness, joy and love that these two radiate! I wasn't even thinking of watching Air but now I want to just for them!

  • @tmce1104
    @tmce1104 Před rokem +4

    She is so smiley around him. It’s so good! They are a great couple

  • @carlajacobsen6821
    @carlajacobsen6821 Před rokem +8

    I seen them together, a few years ago, and have been in love with them ever since! I knew about them separately, but I never knew that they were married. I adore them together! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @TheCryZero
    @TheCryZero Před rokem +12

    Viola is incredible and im glad to see that her husband is too

  • @dianaburke3521
    @dianaburke3521 Před rokem +21

    Just love this so much ❤❤They are so sweet just simply, perfectly matched !!

  • @user-oc2nq5cd2z
    @user-oc2nq5cd2z Před rokem +7

    Both are so comfortable with each other. What is nice to see is also his comfort with the fact that his wife is immensely popular and acclaimed. It's a rarity when that happens where the male ego doesn't intervene.

  • @alejandraguzman7225
    @alejandraguzman7225 Před rokem +7

    I loved this interview, I can feel that amazing connection between them. I wish them the best and many more years together. Vibes!

  • @heavenlygardens
    @heavenlygardens Před rokem +4

    You can just see and feel the chemistry between these two. I LOVE it, I'm so happy for Viola.

  • @justjokes-shorts9239
    @justjokes-shorts9239 Před rokem +10

    What a wonderful pair. May God always keep them.

  • @valeriemaddox9770
    @valeriemaddox9770 Před rokem +2

    Today I saw the movie "Air," and it was extremely well put together. All of the actors were great! Viola Davis did great. I just now learned that her husband played Micheal's father.

  • @tonyapendleton7467
    @tonyapendleton7467 Před rokem +5

    These two are the real relationship goals.

  • @malcolmizm
    @malcolmizm Před rokem +10

    This brings me so much joy. They make a lovely couple. go Viola and Julius! ❤❤❤

  • @jesuscage
    @jesuscage Před rokem +2

    8:57 "and an actor to be named later" talking about Matt Damon 😂😂

  • @deborahbrookes-mangan4107

    What an obviously great dynamic they have as a couple. 20 years married and they act like new lovers.

  • @JP-lu9ed
    @JP-lu9ed Před rokem +13

    I love her voice.

  • @jennyfulcher8035
    @jennyfulcher8035 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I love VIola! I'm currently reading her book "Finding Me" and it is well written. She bares all about her childhood which is heartbreaking, but she had courage and tenacity along with her MaMamma and siblings. She is a blessing to us all with her marvelous talent and just for who she is.

  • @Fluuuv
    @Fluuuv Před rokem +9

    Love them. Also, their house is so gorgeous.

    • @poorthing
      @poorthing Před rokem

      Yes, everyone: right here on CZcams the Architectural Digest house tour.

  • @EMuro-wu7uy
    @EMuro-wu7uy Před rokem +8

    Viola Davis is absolutely amazing. She's a powerhouse.

  • @noelgoldy1643
    @noelgoldy1643 Před rokem +2

    I pray I have a beautiful marriage like theirs one day...they are soooo in love.. and support each others dreams and are saved. Wow....

  • @justinecadena3553
    @justinecadena3553 Před rokem +6

    ❤ her so much! Her and her husband together is even more dynamic!

  • @derrickdicaprio
    @derrickdicaprio Před rokem +7

    this is how a loving couple should act! ❤

  • @samoroth
    @samoroth Před rokem +5

    I love these two together! Such great chemistry and Julius is truly a lovely affable man. Beautiful couple and jimmy was an awesome interviewer. loved this

  • @sallywalker1891
    @sallywalker1891 Před rokem +5

    They are the cutest couple, such great energy and love for each other

  • @tshepisompala2236
    @tshepisompala2236 Před rokem +11

    My heart when I see these 2 🥰🥰 Especially here!!! Made my whole morning!!! ❤

  • @DR718
    @DR718 Před rokem +3

    Their chemistry is unmatched!

  • @euginia_mathapelo
    @euginia_mathapelo Před rokem +1

    Whoop-Whoop to coming to Cape Town, they will definitely enjoy this beautiful city👏👏👏👏😊😌

  • @wholesomex
    @wholesomex Před rokem +6

    They are just delightful right! They make me smile so big.

  • @emanoellisaraiva6491
    @emanoellisaraiva6491 Před rokem +6

    My favorite couple, together they get even more fun😂❤❤❤

  • @allgoodwoods219
    @allgoodwoods219 Před rokem +3

    It’s really great to see a couple like this. You can tell they hold each other down in every way.

  • @luckystarpiano
    @luckystarpiano Před rokem +1

    Viola’s book was so moving and empowering it’s still on my desk , all doggy eared! What a beautiful human and how wonderful to see their warm partnership ❤

  • @GigiTupas
    @GigiTupas Před rokem +5

    How lovely to see them together and how they love each other!❤

  • @jeapink
    @jeapink Před rokem +1

    I love these two together. I watched them on AD and was enamored with their banter and seamless interactions. This interview was wonderful!

  • @bitokay147
    @bitokay147 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I can’t stop smiling ! This makes me so happy .

  • @britashli
    @britashli Před rokem +5

    I love them together…they’re so genuine

  • @joymosley8997
    @joymosley8997 Před rokem +4

    I'm happy to see Viola happy. Handsome hubby!!!!

  • @jessijay7357
    @jessijay7357 Před rokem +5

    Now THIS is relationship goals 😩❤️❤️❤️

  • @lisa6894
    @lisa6894 Před rokem +11

    Such a beautiful couple! ❤

  • @i.am.navkaur
    @i.am.navkaur Před rokem +1

    I just listened to the audiobook by VD and it was AMAZING. I cried and had to pause more than once.

  • @DoYou-ec4fl
    @DoYou-ec4fl Před rokem +2

    Love them both. So encouraged to see a happy and successful couple of 20 years!

  • @xothenaaparraga
    @xothenaaparraga Před rokem +9

    WHY DO I LOVE THAT WOMEN SO MUCH! my goodness she’s incredible and so is her husband 💋
    straight perfection

  • @divagirllove3977
    @divagirllove3977 Před rokem +1

    Best interview Jimmy's ever done! She is pure magic. They are a magnificent couple! Her hubby is a dream, well done Viola! ;)

  • @solarczyk49
    @solarczyk49 Před rokem +2

    My favourite couple. Thank you for inviting them to the program.

  • @stellamullis
    @stellamullis Před rokem +2

    Loved seeing this beautiful couple!!!! They are both so amazing!!! Excellent interview!!!

  • @MuShinGirl
    @MuShinGirl Před rokem +6

    You are the most delightful couple!

  • @SadeWithTheReceipts
    @SadeWithTheReceipts Před rokem +2

    I love them :) Oh wow, he just said the new movie comes out on April 5th, TODAY IS 4/5/2023! YIPPEEEE!!! Madam Viola you look lovely darling, and I love the chemistry you and your husband Julius have. I am happy that you are loved and happy. Sending love from Central Florida ;) Now lemme log into my amazon account, because baaaby, if Viola Davis can't do ANYTHING ELSE, aunty can act baby!!

  • @pplusk.
    @pplusk. Před rokem

    That laughter is just gold!!! Wow, what a lovely couple. So much love and respect for each other. Wow.

  • @moniqueking7738
    @moniqueking7738 Před rokem

    what a beautiful interview and the beautiful chemistry between these two is so refreshing and wonderful to see. Cant wait to see the film!

  • @dynamicpisces
    @dynamicpisces Před rokem +1

    I swear it feels like Viola is on Kimmel every damn week! Lol. I’m here for it tho! Love to hear them talking about their relationship! So cute! 🥰And I love that chocolate woman in red!😅😅🥰🥰