Top 10 Keke Palmer Interview Moments That Went Viral

“Just Keke” (2014)

In the very first episode of her BET talk show “Just Keke,” Keke Palmer experienced both peak embarrassment and the surprise of a lifetime, all in the same moment. It’s no secret that Palmer had long harbored a crush on fellow actor Michael Ealy, whom she once worked with as a child. While interviewing her guests, she couldn’t help but gush about Ealy, listing all the ways that he had stolen her heart. But just as she admitted how flustered she gets around him, in walks Ealy holding a bouquet of flowers. Her embarrassed reaction was the most relatable thing ever. Luckily, she pulled it together long enough to score a hug from him.

“Entertainment Tonight” (1981-)

The only thing funnier than Keke Palmer’s performance in the 2025 buddy comedy “One of Them Days” might just be the interviews she gave during the film’s press tour. In an appearance on “Entertainment Tonight,” Palmer and producer Issa Rae took turns quizzing each other about various topics. When asked about her secret talent, Palmer pushed Rae into uncomfortable territory by revealing the many special abilities that her feet possess. From picking up objects to waving hello and even busting a move, her feet can do things that most people’s hands can’t. At this point, Palmer’s feet might deserve their own daytime show… we’d just have to keep the host anonymous though.

“Jimmy Kimmel Live!” (2003-)

No matter how beloved a celebrity is, there will always be online trolls trying to bring them down. Knowing how to handle them without getting dragged into the mud requires a certain level of tact, but Keke Palmer’s mom had no patience for that. In an interview on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” with guest host Sean Hayes, Palmer shared that her mother was previously responsible for managing her social media accounts. But while she successfully grew her following to an impressive number, she also made a habit of clapping back at trolls, giving them a taste of their own medicine. You might not agree with her methods, but there’s no denying that sometimes, tit for tat gets results.

“The Late Late Show with James Corden” (2015-23)

Nothing ruins a fun family night quite like a competitive game, and the same is true even for celebrities. During a 2017 appearance on “The Late Late Show with James Corden,” Keke Palmer shared the story of a family night that turned sour due to a game of “Family Feud.” According to Palmer, she and her parents went home in silence after her dad cost them the game by giving a ridiculous response to the question “What’s something you can put on your body that the opposite sex would love?” Corden and fellow guest Drew Carey made the moment even more hilarious, chiming in with their own answers: bacon and a good suit, respectively.

On Demand Entertainment

Raise your hand if you had no clue that butterflies could pee. Alright, you can all put your hands down now; you’re in good company. It turns out Keke Palmer was just as clueless that these delicate insects produce urine like us humans, but she found out the hard way when she signed up for a butterfly-themed photoshoot. Palmer apparently walked into the shoot excited, only to walk out shocked, covered in pee, and quite literally, pissed off. Needless to say, it was not the magical experience she had envisioned. Until this interview, we had never even considered the idea of butterflies peeing, but now, it’s the only thing we can think about.

Vanity Fair

Doing an impression of someone right in front of them is always a gamble; you never know if they’ll love it or absolutely loathe it. Thankfully, that was not an issue here. Keke Palmer and Angela Bassett go way back, having shared the screen as mother and daughter in Palmer’s breakout film “Akeelah and the Bee.” 16 years later, they reunited for a Vanity Fair interview, chatting about everything from their latest projects to personal achievements. But of course, there was no way Bassett was leaving without seeing Palmer’s famous impression of her. The younger actress happily obliged, and to top it off, Bassett joined in at the end, giving the internet everything they dreamed of… and then some.

“Chicken Shop Date” (2014-)

Life can be exhausting, so wouldn’t it be nice to just be an inanimate object for a day? While this might not be an ideal question for a first date, it’s the kind that thrives on “Chicken Shop Date,” the YouTube show hosted by Amelia Dimoldenberg. In August 2022, Keke Palmer appeared on the show, where she discussed everything from her love for chicken nuggets to Drake’s apparent obsession with her. But the moment that truly stole the internet was when Dimoldenberg asked Palmer what inanimate object she’d want to be. Her response couldn’t have been more perfect because after all, no one ever thinks to mess with a rock.

“The Wendy Williams Show” (2008-22)

Keke Palmer has built a career largely free of controversy, until 2017, when she unintentionally landed in the middle of one. That year, she accused singer Trey Songz of “sexual intimidation” after he allegedly filmed her without her consent and included the footage in his “Pick Up the Phone” music video. When Palmer appeared on “The Wendy Williams Show,” the host wasted no time in bringing the incident up. Though she didn’t seem eager to revisit the issue, Palmer seized the opportunity to call out Williams for her apparent lack of empathy, while effortlessly creating yet another viral moment. Jokes aside, she also delivered a powerful reminder of why public figures like Williams must be mindful of how they discuss sensitive topics.

Vogue

At her first Met Gala red carpet hosting gig in 2021, Keke Palmer gifted the internet a meme for the ages. When she spotted rapper Megan Thee Stallion, Palmer lit up with the kind of pure excitement anyone would feel when seeing a friend for the first time in a long time. It took all of two seconds for the clip to take over social media. One TikToker even remixed the soundbite with a jazzy piano track that’s now so iconic, most people can’t hear the original clip without the tune playing in their heads. We’re still in awe of how effortlessly she drops meme-worthy moments, but baby, this is Keke Palmer. Are we really surprised?

Vanity Fair

Dick Cheney is often called the most powerful Vice President in U.S. history, but that doesn’t mean everyone knows who he is. This became hilariously evident in 2019 when Keke Palmer took a lie detector test for Vanity Fair. Palmer was asked if the titular character she played on the Nickelodeon show “True Jackson, VP” was a better Vice President than Cheney. But when she was presented with a picture of him, she drew a complete blank. Palmer’s reaction – having no clue who Cheney was and gently pushing his picture away – took the internet by storm. Soon, many were sharing the clip, captioning it with tales about their ex-lovers and other figures they’d rather forget.


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