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

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  • Опубликовано: 15 ноя 2024
  • 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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Комментарии • 517

  • @ayassafespace
    @ayassafespace Год назад +775

    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 Год назад +21

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

    • @kardon4996
      @kardon4996 Год назад +3

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

    • @haiyaniwewe
      @haiyaniwewe Год назад +2

      Same thought! I love it!!

    • @afeshiabullen6117
      @afeshiabullen6117 Год назад +2

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

    • @nn22939
      @nn22939 Год назад

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

  • @BasesLoadedLacquer
    @BasesLoadedLacquer Год назад +755

    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 Год назад +7

      Why painfully obvious.

    • @BasesLoadedLacquer
      @BasesLoadedLacquer Год назад +4

      @@itsmeprasad1987 is this a question?

    • @debbydeberardinis8221
      @debbydeberardinis8221 Год назад +6

      Her laugh should be bottled and sold.

    • @ciaraj3282
      @ciaraj3282 Год назад +4

      Her laugh is beautiful 😍

    • @ninga55
      @ninga55 Год назад +8

      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 Год назад +576

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

    • @poorthing
      @poorthing Год назад +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 Год назад +2

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

    • @nellyc1002
      @nellyc1002 Год назад +1

      Me too ❤

  • @allthegoodonesweregone
    @allthegoodonesweregone Год назад +374

    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 Год назад +6

      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 Год назад +16

      She is GORGEOUS!!

    • @nellyc1002
      @nellyc1002 Год назад +12

      So beautiful love the lipstick 💄 matches the dress!

    • @shantayedincsoy1611
      @shantayedincsoy1611 Год назад +3

      Melenin is in! Smoking!

    • @OB-DoingWork
      @OB-DoingWork Год назад +6

      Looks like a Chocolate dipped strawberry. Beautiful!!

  • @janetstonerook4552
    @janetstonerook4552 Год назад +414

    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 Год назад +216

    Her laugh is so contagious! I love her!

  • @kmabythesea
    @kmabythesea Год назад +170

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

  • @johntoth9523
    @johntoth9523 Год назад +191

    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.

  • @j.cutrone
    @j.cutrone Год назад +229

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

    • @poorthing
      @poorthing Год назад +9

      I predict additions to her EGOT in her future

    • @j.cutrone
      @j.cutrone Год назад +4

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

    • @MsDiva7
      @MsDiva7 Год назад

      Me too!

    • @iago07
      @iago07 Год назад +1

      BEST ACTRESS.. will be deserved!

    • @poorthing
      @poorthing Год назад +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.

  • @HH-gv8mx
    @HH-gv8mx Год назад +176

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

    • @kardon4996
      @kardon4996 Год назад +5

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

    • @opeade9779
      @opeade9779 Год назад

      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 Год назад +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 Год назад

      @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

  • @CJCurlee
    @CJCurlee Год назад +118

    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 Год назад +17

      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 Год назад +14

      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 Год назад +9

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

    • @norasanchez7459
      @norasanchez7459 Год назад +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 Год назад +4

      @@norasanchez7459 it’s called Finding Me!

  • @MissKimLifeStyle
    @MissKimLifeStyle Год назад +76

    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 Год назад +58

    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.

  • @Wiseguyy007
    @Wiseguyy007 Год назад +212

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

  • @soniaalvarado5372
    @soniaalvarado5372 Год назад +57

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

  • @seancherry8821
    @seancherry8821 Год назад +53

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

  • @sgarrita2561
    @sgarrita2561 Год назад +103

    Omg they are so adorable and hysterical together 😂😂❤

  • @ReadingF.758
    @ReadingF.758 Год назад +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.

  • @ndo533
    @ndo533 Год назад +38

    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 😍

  • @mg02353p
    @mg02353p Год назад +20

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

  • @shakinahs
    @shakinahs Год назад +81

    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. ❤️

  • @brandylis
    @brandylis Год назад +87

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

  • @michaelf8351
    @michaelf8351 Год назад +45

    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 Год назад +28

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

  • @wikedwun
    @wikedwun Год назад +23

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

  • @musaelsaidi
    @musaelsaidi Год назад +28

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

  • @EllaRCrafty67
    @EllaRCrafty67 Год назад +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!!! ❤❤❤

  • @ginawagner6956
    @ginawagner6956 Год назад +31

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

  • @siponlovenotonhate856
    @siponlovenotonhate856 Год назад +31

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

  • @mariajappinen3931
    @mariajappinen3931 Год назад +42

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

  • @shandramare
    @shandramare Год назад +12

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

  • @agnesmooney1533
    @agnesmooney1533 Год назад +10

    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.

  • @Creyole
    @Creyole Год назад +25

    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!

  • @lisagriffin8221
    @lisagriffin8221 Год назад +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!

  • @laurinepiper6612
    @laurinepiper6612 Год назад +15

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

  • @scruffd0g193
    @scruffd0g193 Год назад +16

    One of the best of all time, EGOT Winner.

  • @filmcrew3531
    @filmcrew3531 Год назад +20

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

  • @jennyfulcher8035
    @jennyfulcher8035 Год назад +3

    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.

  • @Keyshaw30
    @Keyshaw30 Год назад +16

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

  • @qtrust
    @qtrust Год назад +17

    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.

  • @gloriaeller4328
    @gloriaeller4328 Год назад +5

    What a loving & happy interview this was. I truly love every movie Viola has been in. She a remarkable woman. Can't wait to see them in the movie Air.

  • @jamming8148
    @jamming8148 Год назад +6

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

  • @babe9293
    @babe9293 Год назад +22

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

  • @TK-yh4hn
    @TK-yh4hn Год назад +12

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

  • @MsDeeAnn
    @MsDeeAnn Год назад +16

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

  • @christa4338
    @christa4338 Год назад +13

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

  • @tmce1104
    @tmce1104 Год назад +5

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

  • @beverleyreid7572
    @beverleyreid7572 Год назад +8

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

  • @allgoodwoods219
    @allgoodwoods219 Год назад +3

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

  • @carlajacobsen6821
    @carlajacobsen6821 Год назад +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! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @travisgrant5608
    @travisgrant5608 Год назад +45

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

  • @heavenlygardens
    @heavenlygardens Год назад +4

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

  • @tiarasgibbs8487
    @tiarasgibbs8487 Год назад +6

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

  • @malcolmizm
    @malcolmizm Год назад +10

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

  • @ftc22
    @ftc22 Год назад +9

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

  • @rantsandfaves
    @rantsandfaves Год назад +4

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

  • @alejandraguzman7225
    @alejandraguzman7225 Год назад +7

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

  • @lanegeda5452
    @lanegeda5452 Год назад +13

    After 20 years...still smiling so bright ❤

  • @whynot8901
    @whynot8901 Год назад +9

    they are the most humble and down to earth couple

  • @luckystarpiano
    @luckystarpiano Год назад +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 ❤

  • @jeapink
    @jeapink Год назад +1

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

  • @samoroth
    @samoroth Год назад +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

  • @justinecadena3553
    @justinecadena3553 Год назад +6

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

  • @wholesomex
    @wholesomex Год назад +6

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

  • @GigiTupas
    @GigiTupas Год назад +5

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

  • @justjokes-shorts9239
    @justjokes-shorts9239 Год назад +10

    What a wonderful pair. May God always keep them.

  • @noelgoldy1643
    @noelgoldy1643 Год назад +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....

  • @valeriemaddox9770
    @valeriemaddox9770 Год назад +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.

  • @user-oc2nq5cd2z
    @user-oc2nq5cd2z Год назад +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.

  • @britashli
    @britashli Год назад +5

    I love them together…they’re so genuine

  • @TheCryZero
    @TheCryZero Год назад +12

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

  • @sallywalker1891
    @sallywalker1891 Год назад +5

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

  • @EMuro-wu7uy
    @EMuro-wu7uy Год назад +8

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

  • @dianaburke3521
    @dianaburke3521 Год назад +21

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

  • @divagirllove3977
    @divagirllove3977 Год назад +1

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

  • @aninduvialwithagoodheart
    @aninduvialwithagoodheart Год назад +1

    They definitely complement each other. You can tell it's not phony or for show they have a real respect for each other. Love to see happy people.

  • @pplusk.
    @pplusk. Год назад

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

  • @DoYou-ec4fl
    @DoYou-ec4fl Год назад +2

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

  • @derrickdicaprio
    @derrickdicaprio Год назад +7

    this is how a loving couple should act! ❤

  • @raquelcooper7330
    @raquelcooper7330 Год назад +8

    I just finished her book on 4/2/23 and I have fallen even deep in love with Vee!!! She is absolutely the most brutally honest and transparent person which makes her even more likeable. If you get the chance pick up her book...it a must read and inspiring to anyone is living life!! Julius thank you for being such a gem to this deserving woman!!

  • @euginia_mathapelo
    @euginia_mathapelo Год назад +1

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

  • @tshepisompala2236
    @tshepisompala2236 Год назад +11

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

  • @SKN1763
    @SKN1763 Год назад +7

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

  • @bitokay147
    @bitokay147 Год назад +1

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

  • @MaryNewman-zu6kr
    @MaryNewman-zu6kr Год назад +2

    Great show Jimmy... Julius & Viola, my new favorite couple. May they forever be in love... Amen

  • @JP-lu9ed
    @JP-lu9ed Год назад +13

    I love her voice.

  • @i.am.navkaur
    @i.am.navkaur Год назад +1

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

  • @tonyapendleton7467
    @tonyapendleton7467 Год назад +6

    These two are the real relationship goals.

  • @DR718
    @DR718 Год назад +4

    Their chemistry is unmatched!

  • @carlbliss2398
    @carlbliss2398 Год назад +1

    These two just make you want to fall in love! Bless them!

  • @marqdeanmusic
    @marqdeanmusic Год назад +1

    I love these two. True and authentic!✊🏾🙏🏾

  • @emanoellisaraiva6491
    @emanoellisaraiva6491 Год назад +6

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

  • @reikomyles1495
    @reikomyles1495 Год назад +2

    What a beautiful couple. Love the chemistry. They appear to truly LIKE each other.

  • @solarczyk49
    @solarczyk49 Год назад +2

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

  • @demetriuswilliams8132
    @demetriuswilliams8132 Год назад

    Now THEY are GOALS‼️like oh my! They are truly amazing! Both as individuals and together! Love to see this! BLACK LOVE 😍

  • @itstheboyaj
    @itstheboyaj Год назад +4

    the way she laughs at everything he says. God was cupid himself they’re so perfect together

  • @celestialnubian
    @celestialnubian Год назад +2

    This is the most wholesome interview Jimmy has ever done.

  • @joymosley8997
    @joymosley8997 Год назад +4

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

  • @mizztree81
    @mizztree81 Год назад

    This is one of the most enjoyable interviews I have ever seen. Viola and her husband are so cute together!

  • @Fluuuv
    @Fluuuv Год назад +9

    Love them. Also, their house is so gorgeous.

    • @poorthing
      @poorthing Год назад

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