‘Disaster’: Viewers Slam Jimmy Fallon for ‘Horrible’ Performance at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Some netizens who watched or saw Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade felt Jimmy Fallon’s presence at the event fell short. One person even speculated whether the celebrity was still drunk from the day before, judging by his behavior during the occasion.

Jimmy Fallon was one of the celebrities attending Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. He also performed a song from his new star-studded holiday album during his eleventh appearance at the event. However, some netizens criticized his outfit, singing performance, and behavior.

Jimmy Fallon at the 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Jimmy Fallon at the 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

On November 28, 2024, “The Tonight Show” host appeared alongside “Today” host Al Roker to discuss his new holiday album, which features artists like The Roots, Ariana Grande, and Justin Timberlake. Fallon spoke with Roker while shielding himself from the rain under a see-through umbrella.

He wore dark sunglasses, a black coat, and red, black, and green Christmas-themed pants, and black shoes. At one point, Fallon also performed a song from his comedy holiday album, “Holiday Seasoning.”

A TikTok user shared a short clip of the celebrity, still wearing his sunglasses, appearing to lip-sync alongside members of The Roots. They were joined by dancers and performers dressed in Santa Claus outfits and festive attire.

Fans who saw clips of Fallon’s interview and performance focused on his attire and presence at the event. One X user remarked, “It’s raining at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Why is Jimmy Fallon wearing these sunglasses lol.”

Jimmy Fallon at the 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Jimmy Fallon at the 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Another person criticized Fallon, saying, “Jimmy Fallon ruined it,” while someone else dragged Roker into the matter, commenting, “Can’t say who was worse Jimmy Fallon or Al Roker with their choice of attire in front of the whole world!? [sic]”

Jimmy Fallon at the 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Jimmy Fallon at the 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Criticizing the “Taxi” actor, one viewer added, “Jimmy Fallon is so embarrassing.” “Such second hand embarrassment for Jimmy Fallon,” another viewer commented, while someone who didn’t seem to be a fan wrote, “Jimmy Fallon showing that he’s the most mediocre person on television. #MacysThanksgivingDayParade.”

“Jimmy Fallon is insufferable,” another person complained. Meanwhile,...