LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Comedian Tracy Morgan appeared on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' and humorously discussed why he could be the Speaker of the House. The internet has responded with overwhelming support, stating "they would prefer him" over current politicians.
Morgan, who is well-known for his roles in '30 Rock' and 'Saturday Night Live', shocked Fallon and the audience by expressing interest in the political post. The crowd was in splits when he gave a hilarious and thought-provoking explanation for his reasoning.
Could Tracy Morgan be Speaker of the House?
Tracy Jamal Morgan popularly known as Tracy Morgan apparently told the host Jimmy Fallon backstage that the comedian was "almost speaker of the House."
Fallon, who is widely recognized for his sharp humor and quick wit, seized the opportunity to get an explanation on his renowned show.
"Yeah, I could've been a speaker," Morgen replied confidently, while Fallon had a puzzled expression on his face. "I could have been. My game is good. How you think I got my wife to marry me? Lying!" Fallon laughed so hard at his reply.
"She did not want to know the truth about me. I'm telling you, who could get the Democrats and the Republicans together better than ol' Trae Bae?" the 54-year-old added.
Morgan went on, "I could've been speaker. Plus, George Santos said I would be perfect for the job. And I believe him because he invented breakdancing. I remember him out there doing the backspins and all that."
The guest additionally recalled his nickname from infancy, claiming he was formerly known as a 'Turbo'. "I look just like Turbo from 'Breakin'."
When Fallon said he didn't know that Morgan was so involved in politics, he explained, "Me and Trump was tight. he just came under fire because he had got - released some documents, some secret documents adding," and added "I was close to Trump. He ain't never said nothing to me."
He explained, "One time, he came over to the house, and he had six boxes, and it said 'Top Secret' on it. I said, 'What's in these boxes?' He said, 'Don't worry about it.'" The whole segment was quite entertaining with Morgon's brilliant story and Fallon's ceaseless laughter."
Internet says 'they would prefer' Tracy Morgan
There was a lot of talk on social media regarding Morgan's possible political career. Many users endorsed him and said they would prefer him as Speaker of the House.
A user commented, "I would prefer him honestly."
Another user wrote, "when I imagine Tracy Morgan as speaker of the house, it’s less ridiculous than what’s happening currently."
"Tracy Morgan doing a stand-up in his seat on the Tonight Show!" said another.
While one user noted, "We love tracy morgan," another mentioned, "What a legend."
