On the morning of Oct. 24, 2023, in Los Angeles, California, pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo gave talk show host Jimmy Kimmel’s kids, Billy and Jane, a surprise of a lifetime by hitching a ride with them to school and engaging in an epic singalong to her hits “Ballad of a Homeschooled Girl” and “Get Him Back!”.
In an unexpected and delightful event, pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo gave Jimmy Kimmel’s children a morning to remember. On Oct. 24, 2023, during their usual drive to school, the Kimmel family spotted Rodrigo thumbing a ride. The surprise guest turned their ordinary morning commute into an extraordinary sing-along session.
Jimmy Kimmel, while introducing the segment on his show, said, “They listen to the music every morning on the way to school, so we thought it’d be fun to surprise them by picking up a very special home-schooled hitchhiker this morning on their way to class”.
The Kimmel family, including talk show host Jimmy Kimmel and his wife, Molly McNearney, were taking their children, Billy, 6, and Jane, 9, to school when they saw Rodrigo on the side of the road. The family is known to listen to Rodrigo’s music every morning on their way to school. Seeing their favorite singer in person left the kids stunned and excited.
Rodrigo hopped into the back seat with the kids and asked if she could hitch a ride with them. Jane shared that her favorite song was “Ballad of a Homeschooled Girl,” while Billy expressed his love for the song “Get Him Back!” The car ride then turned into a mini-concert with Rodrigo and Jane singing along to “Ballad of a Homeschooled Girl,” followed by Billy joining them on “Get Him Back!”
The event was not just a surprise for the kids but also a delightful experience for the parents. Kimmel and McNearney enjoyed the impromptu performance and were thrilled to see their children’s reactions. As they arrived at school, the kids gave Rodrigo a warm hug before heading off to start their day.
After the kids got out of the car, Kimmel took a moment to remind Rodrigo about the dangers of hitchhiking. The event ended on a light note, leaving behind a memorable morning for the Kimmel family.
The incident was widely reported in the media and drew significant attention on social media platforms. Fans appreciated Rodrigo’s down-to-earth personality and her willingness to engage with her young fans in such a fun and spontaneous way.
In interviews following the event, Kimmel expressed his gratitude towards Rodrigo for giving his children such an unforgettable experience. He shared that his kids listen to her music every day during their morning car ride. Responding to this, Rodrigo stated that she had a lot of fun and hoped that they enjoyed it as much as she did.
An article on SheKnows mentioned, “Afterward, Kimmel plays both of his kids’ favorite songs so the kids could sing along with her. It’s just so sweet. Once they drop off the kids at school, Kimmel says, “That was great. Boy, they’ll never forget that. They better not ever forget that.”.
The surprise visit from pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo turned an ordinary school run into an unforgettable experience for Jimmy Kimmel’s children. The impromptu singalong session not only delighted the kids but also showcased Rodrigo’s down-to-earth personality and her connection with her young fans. This heartwarming incident serves as a reminder of how music can bring joy and excitement into our everyday lives, turning ordinary routines into extraordinary memories. It’s these unexpected moments of surprise that often leave the most lasting impressions. As Kimmel said after the event, “They better not ever forget that.” And it’s safe to say, they probably won’t.
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