It’s an all star line up on Tuesday June 4 as The Today Show welcomes actor and comedian Michael Richards, actor and comedian Jerry Seinfeld, actor Robert De Niro, Tribeca Festival co-founder Jane Rosenthal, actor Matt Smith, and actor Dakota Fanning.
Michael Richards, best known for his role as Cosmo Kramer on the groundbreaking series “Seinfeld,” will discuss his new memoir, “Entrances and Exits,” which offers an insightful and humorous look at his life and career. Richards, a three-time Emmy Award-winning actor, shares the evolution of his iconic character, Kramer, and the real-life insecurities and successes he experienced both on and off-screen.
Jerry Seinfeld, who wrote the foreword for “Entrances and Exits,” will join Richards to discuss the book and their time working together on “Seinfeld.” Seinfeld, a legendary comedian and actor, is known for his iconic stand-up specials and his hit sitcom “Seinfeld,” which has left an indelible mark on the world of comedy.
Robert De Niro, a Hollywood veteran, and Jane Rosenthal, co-founder of the Tribeca Festival, will discuss the importance of in-person gatherings and the expansion of the festival to include VR, video games, and podcasts. The Tribeca Festival, celebrating its 20th anniversary, serves as a way to boost New York City after the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. De Niro and Rosenthal will also reflect on the festival’s founding mission to revive lower Manhattan after the devastation of 9/11.
Matt Smith, known for his roles in “The Crown” and “Doctor Who, will discuss his character Daemon in the HBO fantasy epic “House of the Dragon, a prequel to “Game of Thrones.” Smith will delve into Daemon’s complex nature, his dynamic with co-star Emma D’Arcy, and the challenges of stepping into a familiar property.
Dakota Fanning, a versatile actor known for her roles in “The Alienist” and “The First Lady, will discuss her career and her ability to maintain a private life despite growing up in the limelight. Fanning will also talk about her dedication to reality TV and her love for Formula One racing.
This episode of The Today Show airs Tuesday June 4, 2024 at 7:00-9:00 a.m. on NBC.
