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7 questions for Manny Pacquiao by ABC's Jimmy Kimmel
7 questions for Manny Pacquiao by ABC's Jimmy Kimmel
October 22, 6:36 PM
Houston Boxing Examiner
by Marv Dumon
ABC talk show host Jimmy Kimmel with Mike TysonOn November 4th, Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao, the fighting pride of the Philippines, will make his first ever appearance on a major American prime time show. Pacquiao will appear on the popular late night show Jimmy Kimmel Live! (JKL) on a visible Wednesday night slot on ABC, one of the U.S.' "big four" television networks.
During the third week of September, ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live attracted its largest audience (1.80 million) in 6 months. (See YouTube video below for Kimmel's interview with former undisputed heavyweight champion "Iron" Mike Tyson.)
Pacquiao's appearance on the show is significant for two reasons. First, JKL attracts millions of television viewers at any given week. Thus, the mass-scale exposure validates the Filipino's stature as an international crossover star (with added pay-per-view buys for his November 14 mega-fight with welterweight champion Miguel Cotto). Secondly, American rival Floyd Mayweather, Jr. (a second claimant to the pound-for-pound throne) has been making appearances at popular mainstream shows such as Chelsea Lately (link to interview), Dancing with the Stars, and WWE (wrestling).
What popular American show should Pacquiao also appear in? American Idol Fear Factor Jay Leno Show Late Show with David Letterman Dancing with the Stars Created on Oct 22, 2009
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Jimmy Kimmel interview with Mike Tyson
7 Questions for Pacquiao from the Comedian:
Jimmy Kimmel has an "aggressive, somewhat awkward, comedic" interview style, which might unnerve more conservative segments of the masses. Here are seven topic areas Jimmy Kimmel will likely pepper the light welterweight champion with:
1. Dad ate Manny's pet dog.
It's a good thing that the Filipino has a good sense of humor. If he did not, this could turn into a truly awkward moment, but this will likely be the "aha!" moment for the crowd and viewers. Jimmy, oh Jimmy, will let Manny have it on this one, and press hard as to why his dad ate the pet dog. I can already feel the funny tension.
2. Introduction to the Philippines and Manny's status as a national icon.
Pacquiao would serve as an unofficial national ambassador here, providing a few details about his country. Kimmel, being the unapologetic comedian, will ask Manny to state all sorts of random facts about the archipelago, such as biggest export product, number of islands, and "sexy dancing shows". Here, the show's producers introduces the audience to introductory information on Manny's background and culture, and the Filipinos' unconditional and zealous support for their hero.
3. Manny's childhood.
It is no secret to many hardcore boxing fans that Pacquiao's childhood was full of extreme adversities: holding various low-paying odd jobs, being temporarily homeless, eating one meal of rice a day, not living with his immediate family while training as a teenage prize fighter, among others. This topic is the producers' segway to Pacquiao's personality and side to the boxer that many casual sports fans may not know of.
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4. Dog also named "Pacman."
This is an anticipated minor "interruption topic" by Kimmel here. Asking about Manny's dog is a showbiz device to break the seriousness of childhood adversity as a topic on a comedy show. The audience can forget about the extremities and have light-hearted thoughts again.
5. November 14 fight with Miguel Cotto.
Obviously, Manny would be providing free plugs (which otherwise would have cost hundreds of thousands of dollars in marketing expenses) for his upcoming mega-fight with the Puerto Rican welterweight champion Miguel Cotto. This gives the audience the chance to circle the date, and Top Rank Promotions can rake in additional pay-per-view incentives. Bob, why not show this fight on movie theaters? Big mistake. Golden Boy got the formula right.
6. Potential fight with Floyd Mayweather, Jr. or Juan Manuel Marquez.
Towards the end of the interview, Jimmy Kimmel will be obliged to ask the Filipino icon about a prospective fight that is on everyone's minds, a brewing "fight of the century" with undefeated American Floyd Mayweather, Jr. Being the comedian, he'll try to force Manny in an uncomfortable corner by asking him if the Pinoy could "kick Mayweather's ass." In such a situation, we get to see if the congressional candidate can wrestle with tough pressure cooker questions with grace and aplomb. Most likely, he will just laugh and nervously say something non-committal and cordial. The comedian might also throw another curve ball by asking what Manny thinks of Juan Manuel Marquez drinking his own urine.
7. Sing a song with the live band.
What would be a Manny show without a heartfelt song with the live band at Jimmy Kimmel Live! The champ is already committing to a post-fight concert at the Mandalay Bay the evening of November 14. It could be Pacquiao's initial shot back to Floyd's energetic dance moves on Dancing with the Stars.
October 22, 6:36 PM
Houston Boxing Examiner
by Marv Dumon
ABC talk show host Jimmy Kimmel with Mike TysonOn November 4th, Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao, the fighting pride of the Philippines, will make his first ever appearance on a major American prime time show. Pacquiao will appear on the popular late night show Jimmy Kimmel Live! (JKL) on a visible Wednesday night slot on ABC, one of the U.S.' "big four" television networks.
During the third week of September, ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live attracted its largest audience (1.80 million) in 6 months. (See YouTube video below for Kimmel's interview with former undisputed heavyweight champion "Iron" Mike Tyson.)
Pacquiao's appearance on the show is significant for two reasons. First, JKL attracts millions of television viewers at any given week. Thus, the mass-scale exposure validates the Filipino's stature as an international crossover star (with added pay-per-view buys for his November 14 mega-fight with welterweight champion Miguel Cotto). Secondly, American rival Floyd Mayweather, Jr. (a second claimant to the pound-for-pound throne) has been making appearances at popular mainstream shows such as Chelsea Lately (link to interview), Dancing with the Stars, and WWE (wrestling).
What popular American show should Pacquiao also appear in? American Idol Fear Factor Jay Leno Show Late Show with David Letterman Dancing with the Stars Created on Oct 22, 2009
View Results
Examiner Boxing Poll
Jimmy Kimmel interview with Mike Tyson
7 Questions for Pacquiao from the Comedian:
Jimmy Kimmel has an "aggressive, somewhat awkward, comedic" interview style, which might unnerve more conservative segments of the masses. Here are seven topic areas Jimmy Kimmel will likely pepper the light welterweight champion with:
1. Dad ate Manny's pet dog.
It's a good thing that the Filipino has a good sense of humor. If he did not, this could turn into a truly awkward moment, but this will likely be the "aha!" moment for the crowd and viewers. Jimmy, oh Jimmy, will let Manny have it on this one, and press hard as to why his dad ate the pet dog. I can already feel the funny tension.
2. Introduction to the Philippines and Manny's status as a national icon.
Pacquiao would serve as an unofficial national ambassador here, providing a few details about his country. Kimmel, being the unapologetic comedian, will ask Manny to state all sorts of random facts about the archipelago, such as biggest export product, number of islands, and "sexy dancing shows". Here, the show's producers introduces the audience to introductory information on Manny's background and culture, and the Filipinos' unconditional and zealous support for their hero.
3. Manny's childhood.
It is no secret to many hardcore boxing fans that Pacquiao's childhood was full of extreme adversities: holding various low-paying odd jobs, being temporarily homeless, eating one meal of rice a day, not living with his immediate family while training as a teenage prize fighter, among others. This topic is the producers' segway to Pacquiao's personality and side to the boxer that many casual sports fans may not know of.
More articles from Marv Dumon
4. Dog also named "Pacman."
This is an anticipated minor "interruption topic" by Kimmel here. Asking about Manny's dog is a showbiz device to break the seriousness of childhood adversity as a topic on a comedy show. The audience can forget about the extremities and have light-hearted thoughts again.
5. November 14 fight with Miguel Cotto.
Obviously, Manny would be providing free plugs (which otherwise would have cost hundreds of thousands of dollars in marketing expenses) for his upcoming mega-fight with the Puerto Rican welterweight champion Miguel Cotto. This gives the audience the chance to circle the date, and Top Rank Promotions can rake in additional pay-per-view incentives. Bob, why not show this fight on movie theaters? Big mistake. Golden Boy got the formula right.
6. Potential fight with Floyd Mayweather, Jr. or Juan Manuel Marquez.
Towards the end of the interview, Jimmy Kimmel will be obliged to ask the Filipino icon about a prospective fight that is on everyone's minds, a brewing "fight of the century" with undefeated American Floyd Mayweather, Jr. Being the comedian, he'll try to force Manny in an uncomfortable corner by asking him if the Pinoy could "kick Mayweather's ass." In such a situation, we get to see if the congressional candidate can wrestle with tough pressure cooker questions with grace and aplomb. Most likely, he will just laugh and nervously say something non-committal and cordial. The comedian might also throw another curve ball by asking what Manny thinks of Juan Manuel Marquez drinking his own urine.
7. Sing a song with the live band.
What would be a Manny show without a heartfelt song with the live band at Jimmy Kimmel Live! The champ is already committing to a post-fight concert at the Mandalay Bay the evening of November 14. It could be Pacquiao's initial shot back to Floyd's energetic dance moves on Dancing with the Stars.
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