The 22 Most Uncomfortable Moments Ever to Happen on TV Talk Shows

Everyone knows how talk shows work. Guests walk on stage, wave at the audience and then chitchat with the host. But sometimes, things go horribly wrong. And uncomfortable talk show moments like the ones on this list turn into unforgettable OMFG moments.

Ellen Gets Alzheimer’s

In 2017, pop star Katy Perry went on Ellen to play “Will You Perry Me?” Before the game began, Perry asked “Do I have to get married? Again?” to which Ellen replied, “You were not married.” But Perry quickly reminds her that she was actually married to Russell Brand.

Ellen couldn’t do much but giggle and laugh because she absolutely forgot. To make things even more awkward, Perry asked Ellen, “Remember you gave me some wedding gifts on the show?” 

Wendy Williams Takes A Dive

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During a live broadcast of the “Wendy Williams Show,” Williams stumbled, raised her hand to her head and fainted while dressed in a Statue of Liberty outfit for a Halloween segment. She came back minutes later to finish off the episode. But talk about embarrassing!

Luckily, she ended up being just fine.

Joaquin Phoenix Tunes Out On Letterman

Actor Joaquin Phoenix was invited on the “Late Show With David Letterman” on February 11, 2009. When Letterman pointed out that Phoenix looked different since the last time he was on the show, Phoenix totally spaced out like he was on something.

As it turns out, Joaquin was doing an elaborate piece of performance art, but no one told Letterman. It was all nothing but an act, and now Phoenix’ interview is nothing but gold.

The Day Tyra Flipped

In 2007, Tyra fell out of her chair after a porcupine was introduced as an animal guest on her less-than-successful talk show, “Tyra.” The statuesque model had a bit of a meltdown and freaked out. Then she tried to get away. But when she climbed on top of the couch, it fell over on top of her.

Awkward.