Jimmy Fallon Says Mike Tirico Told Him to 'Stop Talking' During 2024 Olympics Coverage

Jimmy Fallon says Mike Tirico told him to 'stop talking' during 2024 Olympics coverage

The "Tonight Show" host said he was "so embarrassed" by the entire experience, adding, "Sorry, Mike Tirico."Cindy Ord/MG22/Getty; Cheng Min-Pool/Getty Jimmy Fallon; the Eiffel Tower during the 2024 OlympicsIt’s safe to say that Jimmy Fallon did not win the gold metal in sports commentary at the 2024 Paris Olympics. During Wednesday’s episode of The Tonight Show, Fallon revealed that longtime Olympics commentator Mike Tirico had to tell him to st…

Jimmy Fallon says Mike Tirico tried to get him to stop talking at Olympics

NBC did a great job with their Paris Olympics coverage in 2024. The Gold Zone was a hit on Peacock. Snoop Dogg was a fun addition. And the overall reaction to the games was positive after years of declining interest in the games. But one element that left a lot to be desired was Jimmy Fallon joining Mike Tirico for coverage of the Olympics closing ceremony. Fallon dominated the broadcast with his trademark manic style and plenty of jokes. But vi…