Amber Ruffin on the Broadway Revival of The Wiz and Marrying Fred Armisen

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Amber Ruffin talks about making Seth tell the punchline jokes for the 50th edition of Jokes Seth Can't Tell, writing the book for the revival of The Wiz and her podcast with her sister, The Amber & Lacey, Lacey & Amber Show.
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@OriginalPiMan Місяць тому

I miss The Amber Ruffin Show. I miss having a song or two, almost every episode, in that late night-ish format.

@Cheskaz Місяць тому

She was the theatre kid/talented idol we needed on late night

@sharkulashairstylist5505 Місяць тому

I miss 'How Did We Get Here" and 'That's What your ass gets' those where solid bits that hold time real well

@pageljazz Місяць тому

She was terrific. I hope she gets to do more of that.

@lemur22715 Місяць тому

Me too! 😢😊

@lindaward3156 Місяць тому

did it get cancelled??? no wonder I couldn't find it. I thought it was a clueless old lady (I prefer using vintage) kind of thing.

@meh.7539 Місяць тому

"I like chaos" And THAT is why she's my favorite!

@melissagreenhill3456 Місяць тому

Someone needs to make that into a gif!

@ObsidianLife Місяць тому

Just even the way she SAID it! LOL! Love Amber!

@DizzyBusy Місяць тому

That's why she clicked so well with John Oliver, another agent of chaos

@theparadoxicaltouristtrave9320 Місяць тому

Fred looked almost like: "did I forget getting married or is this a bit?"

@trinleywangmo Місяць тому

I just about bought it, if Seth hadn't already driven home that it's April Fools!

@sharkulashairstylist5505 Місяць тому

Yeah, he's never been very funny...

@Corey313 Місяць тому

Fred definitely had that WTH is happening look on his face 😂😂😂

@dilpreetkaur9782 Місяць тому

I saw the title and jumped straight to google! Should have seen the video first lol!

@psychedelicpegasus7587 Місяць тому

@@dilpreetkaur9782😂 Me too!

@jrbship Місяць тому

For Fred to be blindsided by a joke like that is great 😂

@vailpcs4040 Місяць тому

Yeah, he's always on point ready to improv without a plan- that's his whole thing, that he's just crazy enough to dive right in with no planning and wing it and come up with funny stuff. I can see why some might not think he's that funny, but you have to admit he's got creative talent.

@baylinkdashyt Місяць тому

@@vailpcs4040What's he doing on the show? Would I know that if I ever watched it on actual TV?

@user-je1sp3tn4x Місяць тому

Shout out Amber ruffin I live in St Louis and I remember whenever that was here me and my ex-wife took our daughter

@Ceares Місяць тому

@@baylinkdashyt I always thought he was just hanging out occasionally when he's available cause he's friends with Seth. Kind of like how Andy Samberg will do bits over the phone with Seth sometimes.

@MoonLightOnWater1 8 днів тому

Omg, she’s tooo adorable!😅

@starophie Місяць тому

i saw amber wrote the book for the wiz revival and i was like "WHAT!!!!!!"

@HRHDMKYT Місяць тому

😂😂😂 I miss “ Amber says ‘What?!?!’ “ too!

@laurafay2796 Місяць тому

🤣🤣🤣

@laurafay2796 Місяць тому

Remember Dwayne Says "Girl"?

@dlynk5515 Місяць тому

The amount of love I have for this perfect human being is impossible to put into words. She is simply magnificent!

@lynnhettrick7588 Місяць тому

Same!

@landonewts Місяць тому

Agreed.

@intjonmiller Місяць тому

She makes me SO happy!!

@amberpechin9594 Місяць тому

I don’t know how you could have Amber in your life and not also have your face hurt from smiling so much.

@matthewreynolds2384 Місяць тому

I want to take a moment and congratulate Amber and Fred! 🎉💚💍

@montananerd8244 Місяць тому

0:35 I'm pretty sure it's a joke but if it's real ...mind officially blown.

@sherinameless1618 Місяць тому

Did you see their wedding registry? Drums and tiaras!

@HRHDMKYT Місяць тому

@@sherinameless1618😂😂😂Best comment here! 👑🥁👸🏽🪘❤

@Neddoest Місяць тому

Congratulations what?

@MossyMozart Місяць тому

@matthewreynolds2384 - They make a great couple - perfectly balancing each other out. I hope it lasts longer than 1 day, like so many entertainment marriages!

@mikibell7323 Місяць тому

"I like chaos!" 😂

@KyleSigley Місяць тому

Felt.

@WhataMensch Місяць тому

Seth my man you are a giant piece of S for not saying something yet about the genoc happening in Gasa

@guil1st Місяць тому

❤ It's impossible not to love this lady.

@violetedge83 Місяць тому

I love that Fred is always down to clown 💜💜🤣😂🤣 i bet they told him that Amber's gonna throw one to you.. just be ready 😂🤣😂🤣

@nannerz1994 Місяць тому

I just love how they make each other laugh I'm so glad they have a friendship like that everyone needs a friendship like theirs

@Cheskaz Місяць тому

I truly can't put into my words how inspirational Amber is

@katietoole8345 Місяць тому

She is such a lovely human being. Both physically beautiful and so full of joy. Wish we saw more of her.

@lonniethomas2649 23 дні тому

I always describe her as radiant - absolutely gorgeous and flawless! And they she guffaws which makes her human again!

@scASLtu02 Місяць тому

Seth "can i mention my sibling and i have a podcast too?" Amber "no ours is better"

@qazzaqstan Місяць тому

Love Amber's evil cackle as soon as Seth is about to bring up the 50th Jokes Seth Can't Tell

@billberndtson Місяць тому

I love Amber. She is an avatar of joy. 🥰

@flowrinse9671 Місяць тому

Great description 😊

@lindsayhaugen7660 Місяць тому

Why hasn't there been a Day Drinking with Amber and Seth yet?!?!

@SteveSmartPoetryandMusic Місяць тому

Right! Or even Jokes Seth (maybe) Can Tell While Day Drunk with Amber and Jenny.

@lindsayhaugen7660 Місяць тому

@@SteveSmartPoetryandMusic Oooooh! That would be AMAZING! You know what they say, "Drunk lips speak sober thoughts"

@rejoyce318 Місяць тому

Yes! They could do variations on Margaritas - I mean, Amberitas.

@LindaC616 Місяць тому

Probably because it would be too much like a regular day at work. But I would still love to see it😅

@mycosys Місяць тому

Seth isnt that brave?

@MichelleJNorton Місяць тому

The look of fear on Fred's face was priceless

@mb-the-enby Місяць тому

"I like chaos!" is such a mood. I love Amber!

@deandavidson1375 Місяць тому

I miss her show . She is adorable and her style makes her even more adorable

@SilkyC Місяць тому

I love Amber and so happy for all of her success but MAN do I miss The Amber Ruffin Show! I hope to get to check out the Wiz! I'd 10000% take the trip across the border to see it

@HRHDMKYT Місяць тому

Have you been boycotting trips to the USA too? 🇨🇦 I worry about the guns now more than ever, and of course that crazy Trump. But for a Broadway show produced by Amber Ruffin? I might just risk it!❤

@justjustinin207 Місяць тому

This had more of a podcast vibe than a normal late night interview, and I’m here for it. Love seeing them try to make each other laugh.

@MariaVosa Місяць тому

I refuse to believe Amber as Fun Obama wasn't brilliant! Booo to the Washington audience. Booooo I say! Amber's laughter at the prank she and Jenny played on Seth is enough to light up a dying sun. I'm a happily married straight woman and I would leave my husband for Amber in a heartbeat.

@aman7525 Місяць тому

That's my girl!!!! I love me some Amber. I smile when I hear her laugh in the background.

@nannerz1994 Місяць тому

It's such a treat

@ToothSocial Місяць тому

Amber! I'm still subbed to Amber's youtube channel like she's about to drop one ant day.. 🎉

@lynneelizabeth Місяць тому

Calling him "Sethy-poo" right out the gate, really setting the standard high for delightfulness right away.

@marredondo2164 Місяць тому

Day drinking with Amber Ruffin would be awesome!

@LindaC616 Місяць тому

Please let this happen, even if it just seems like another day at work to them

@spameranne Місяць тому

so many margaritas

@DizzyBusy Місяць тому

Seth's face was like, "Fred is juuuuust weird enough for that to actually be true."

@forgeustiss6667 Місяць тому

But what about the Dutch husband?!?!

@corgeousgeorge Місяць тому

I miss her show. Her and Tariq were such an adorable pair with their cute songs and such. Amber just makes me smile! She's a delight!

@wurdnurd1 Місяць тому

"I like chaos!" Same sis

@ericminch Місяць тому

So, you'll both be voting for Tr*mp?

@courteouscarpenter7811 Місяць тому

She's so awesome. The whole package looks, brains, heart. Wonderful women.

@lashadi1445 Місяць тому

"I like chaos!" 😂 love her so much!!!

@andreac3362 Місяць тому

Wikipedia says that Amber got divorced and cited this interview. 😱

@DizzyBusy Місяць тому

Editor is a Jackal, confirmed

@tlcrobles Місяць тому

Did she get divorced for real, though? I was wicked sad when she said that!

@checkm7094 23 дні тому

wild, I had this nagging feeling when she was making the joke it was legit but she's so damn good at playing the comedic poker face.

@nannerz1994 Місяць тому

We did the wiz in high school in 2010 and I can't think of anyone better to do it on Broadway than her!

@kallen868 Місяць тому

I've seen clips! Looks good.

@jb888888888 Місяць тому

@@kallen868 Really? Where did you find clips of nannerz's 2010 high school production of _The Wiz?_ I've been looking everywhere!

@mycosys Місяць тому

@@jb888888888 youre looking for clips of high school girls doing a Wiz? do you i guess buddy

@charlettemcrae759 Місяць тому

She my avatar on my Peacock profile!😉

@AndrewJohnson-oy8oj Місяць тому

Amber is so positive and bold. I love seeing her having success.

@Cancun771 Місяць тому

Fred's expression on the marriage announcement was the same when he played Iranian leader Ahmadinedjad on SNL and let his wife (Naseem Pedrad) do all the talking as he did not understand a word of English.

@marisgoldenhour6212 Місяць тому

I miss Amber's Show and all her hijinks with Tarik. It was a delight watching the improv, the introspection, the history and the comedy unfold with each episode. Not to mention the exquisite array of fabulous jackets and bow ties. Wasn't a fan of bringing in an audience, but the writing was always stellar. Sorry to hear about the divorce. Glad it wasn't something the public at large was privy to in any way and it was kept private. Some business of other people is not ours to know. Big congrats on bringing The Wiz back to Broadway. Hopefully the show will tour so the rest of us will have a chance to celebrate it. Never had the opportunity to see it on stage, just the film version with Nipsey Russel, Michael Jackson, Miss Diana and Ted Ross. Here's to a long yellow brick run of The Wiz! 💚

@matthewstromberg5400 Місяць тому

I met Amber's sister like a year ago in her hometown and sold her some fitness equipment. One of the nicest people I've ever met. Both ladies are great! Love your work, Amber!

@vanessawhitneypro Місяць тому

Saw THE WIZ in Los Angeles in March... SO well done! Miss THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW every Friday... xo

@aaronfaucett6442 Місяць тому

Seth needs to have her on more often. She's just so delightful

@lynnhettrick7588 Місяць тому

I love Amber so much! I miss her show.

@DNTXPCTMCH Місяць тому

Dial soap really treats Amber's skin so well. She has such a young soul

@Snow_Whyte 10 днів тому

The 50th “Jokes Seth Can’t Tell” was the best bit of television EVER! Sent straight from Heaven.

@eileendunn2130 Місяць тому

I LOVE the energy between Seth and Amber! Actually, everything with this show is funny as all get out!!

@TheRogueStatesman Місяць тому

Amber never ceases to amuse herself... I can relate... ;P

@pageljazz Місяць тому

Amber's laugh is just so beautiful

@brotha_tree Місяць тому

Please bring back the Amber Ruffin Show!! 🎉🥳🎊

@sdeepj Місяць тому

You can never tell if Fred is serious or in character

@revmd621 11 днів тому

So true. I’m always amazed.

@jb888888888 Місяць тому

Everyone knows Seth doesn't go to anyone else's wedding, because he and his wife renew their wedding vows every weekend.

@Biotoze Місяць тому

I want the Amber Ruffin show back

@dl2725 Місяць тому

Killer outfit on Amber! The shoes and EVERYTHING ❤

@Jane-yr2cg Місяць тому

Amber Ruffin is the definition of undefinable and it is impossible to ever get enough of her✨❤️ She is truly one of the best people on the planet🥰❤️😍🤩

@adriennesugarman9795 Місяць тому

I could not stop laughing out loud this whole video! Amber's energy is so infections

@sharplessguy Місяць тому

I'm the secret love child of Fred and Amber. Now, about "Fun Obama"... we must have Fun Obama.

@michaeldemocko443 Місяць тому

Amber just makes me smile. What a lovely human being.

@user-by9hf4jh3y Місяць тому

Amber Ruffin is one of TV's treasures!!! What a wonderful and beautiful talent!

@sarak.1742 Місяць тому

This woman is so insanely talented!

@AustenObsessed Місяць тому

I saw “The Wiz” when it opened in Baltimore back in September and it is terrific!

@reverendgaddy2435 Місяць тому

"I like chaos" -Amber Ruffin As if I couldn't love Amber any more.....

@askew9976 Місяць тому

I love when Amber is on the show! ❤😂😂😂 I’m seeing Seth live this Saturday in Philly! Can’t wait! Just me?

@MKPiatkowski Місяць тому

Saw him live a few weeks ago. One of the best sets I ever heard. Enjoy!

@davidbowser Місяць тому

She is so nuts and I love every second

@Zakkrifice Місяць тому

We have to protect Amber at all cost!

@hallnelson2897 Місяць тому

Amber is so cute and super funny, and I think she could actually pull off saying that she is twenty three.😍❤️

@kwstaskwtidis1789 Місяць тому

Petition to give us Fun Obama. I don't care how bad it is.

@SteveSmartPoetryandMusic Місяць тому

Match that - petition to see Obama doing Even Funner Amber, while whe's doing Fun Obama 😁

@mzunnurain Місяць тому

Signed

@paultwarowski5241 Місяць тому

BRING BACK MY AMBER RUFFIN SHOW!!!!!

@Zand3rsson Місяць тому

Maaaan, I love Amber and Seth 😂

@peforster6725 Місяць тому

Amber, you are so amazing! Everyone needs a best friend like you!!!

@ursamonroe852 7 днів тому

I love how amber is on the edges of laughter every time she speaks it makes me smile

@awaredeshmukh3202 Місяць тому

Fred's face had me spitting out my cereal XD

@trinleywangmo Місяць тому

Amber, you looked 23! The dress was really cute, too. And, I really wish you good luck with the show!

@guozhirong_97 Місяць тому

I’m sad for Amber getting a divorce, but really happy that she is happy.

@emiliabolsas Місяць тому

Is she happy?

@guozhirong_97 Місяць тому

@@emiliabolsas seems like it… ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

@jjw56 Місяць тому

@@emiliabolsaswhat?

@sassysls1851 Місяць тому

So happy for her and Fred! 😉

@KatySueWho Місяць тому

I thought she was going to announce that she and Fred were expecting a BABY!! So I’m actually sad now. 🥺

@kmart1396 28 днів тому

Amber truly is just the embodiment of Sunshine! I love her energy so muchhhhhhh, peak chaotic good!!

@lauren5658 Місяць тому

I’m coming to see The Whiz in May and I’m so excited!!!!

@ericminch Місяць тому

"The Wiz", please. "Whiz" is a different kind of show.

@kallen868 Місяць тому

@@ericminch 😂😜

@MarcKloos Місяць тому

Especially when you're Dutch, you should listen to Josh' and Seth' podcast with Amber!

@thebitterprojector 10 днів тому

As a black woman who auditioned for Dorothy - and got Aunt Em in her High School production and has spent all of my adult life improvising Amber Ruffin is a dream. She is the dream.

@JustAGirlWhoLovesCats Місяць тому

I just love her and her energy! I wish I had half of her enthusiasm!❤️

@shelbydavis2312 Місяць тому

So proud St. Louis showed you the love while you were here at the muny ❤️

@nigelchaos Місяць тому

Amber Ruffin is hysterical.

@clarkpress 7 днів тому

Their friendship is so fun! Makes me miss my improve bestie. We used to play talk show and riff and crack each other up. So great!

@delila1830 Місяць тому

Seth's new profile picture snacking on a pencil like bugs Bunny does pencils. Nomnomnom

@KingOfAllJackals Місяць тому

Is it pencil?

@LE-te9vx Місяць тому

I noticed that too!! Excited for whatever Corrections has in store this week! Also it's always lovely when Amber makes an appearance. Yay Amber!

@icantollie Місяць тому

Seth: Shoemaker, is it pencil? Shoemaker, Is It Pencil? SHOEMAKER, Is It Pencil?! SHOEMAKER, IS IT PENCIL?!?! Shoemaker: It is-- Seth: *_DON'T INTERRUPT CORRECTIONS!!!!!!!_*

@SRQBID Місяць тому

Amber better tell us how Tarik is doing!!! The Amber Ruffin Show was MAGIC!

@hrmmmmmm Місяць тому

AMBER IS AMAZING

@dreacdreac Місяць тому

I am going to have to see her version of The Wiz. I'm so excited!!

@highnoon9333 Місяць тому

She is the most charming person alive. I love Amber so much

@Madfattdeeb Місяць тому

I love everything about her and miss her show so much. She is so high energy and random. I think we would make great friends. However, my family would kill us. One of me is too much most day. I mean, look at how upset my sister's face is right now as I run around yelling these words as I write them.😂

@sharongarrett4356 Місяць тому

Love it when brilliance & crazy combine!

@laurafay2796 Місяць тому

Amber rocks! I love her energy. I got Peacock just to watch her show and then they stopped it!! Boooooo!

@crimps321 Місяць тому

I love her so much. She's just great.

@crimps321 Місяць тому

I hope she is doing well after the divorce -- Jan didn't know what a gem he had!

@vailpcs4040 Місяць тому

We NEED them to add Amber as an occasional sidekick. I know that might seem like a big change, but I can't see Seth going more than 5-7 more years honestly and I think it would bring in more people to watch. Her energy is just right and dovetails with Seth's so well- I'd even be ok with her subbing in on weeks / days Seth isn't available maybe?