Report: Jimmy Fallon’s “Erratic” Behavior Created a “Horrible Environment” at ‘The Tonight Show’ | Vanity Fair
Jimmy Fallon recently issued an apology to the staff of the “Tonight Show” following a Rolling Stone report that exposed his alleged toxic behavior during his tenure as host. Fallon expressed his embarrassment and regret during a Zoom meeting with his employees, acknowledging that he may have embarrassed them and their families. He emphasized his desire for the show to be inclusive, fun, and the best it can be.
The Rolling Stone report featured former staff members who described a toxic work environment, asserting that Fallon could lash out under pressure. The show has experienced a revolving door of showrunners, with nine different ones since Fallon took over in 2014. This instability may have contributed to the alleged issues.
NBC declined to comment on the report, but insiders noted that the show improved in stability under the leadership of showrunner Chris Miller, who aimed to emphasize Fallon’s strengths in impressions, sketches, and music while reducing political humor.
However, the Rolling Stone report primarily focused on earlier eras of the show, where Fallon’s unpredictability allegedly kept everyone on edge. Employees even had access to a “cry room” to cope with the hostile atmosphere.
One former staff member claimed Fallon appeared drunk during a rehearsal, raising concerns about the show’s future. Currently, the “Tonight Show” is on hiatus due to strikes by the WGA and SAG-AFTRA unions representing writers and actors.
In summary, Jimmy Fallon has apologized for his alleged behavior, and while the show has seen some stability improvements, the Rolling Stone report sheds light on past issues that have affected the work environment on “The Tonight Show.”
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