Andy Lee steals a moment on Jennifer Hudson's US talk show
Australian entertainer Andy Lee appeared on Jennifer Hudson's talk show. He navigated the famous "Spirit Tunnel" pre-chat ritual. He charmed the audience.
Andy Lee appeared on Jennifer Hudson's talk show Tuesday, taking on her famous pre-chat backstage ritual known as the "Spirit Tunnel". Lee glided and finger-pointed down a corridor lined with cheering staff.
They chanted "the funny Andy Lee". At one point, the 45-year-old stopped.
He kangaroo-hopped to match a moment from the 2024 Olympics. Most of the American audience did not know Lee's career.
He told stories about stunts with Hamish Blake. Lee married Rebecca Harding in Manhattan in October.
Guests included Hugh Jackman and comedian Nikki Glaser. Australian fans and media celebrated the clip on social media.
- 45
- Lee's age
- Tuesday
- Appearance date
- New York City, October
- Wedding location and month
- Hugh Jackman, Hamish Blake, Nikki Glaser
- Notable wedding guests
Why it mattersLee's moment shows the growing reach of Australian entertainers in US media. It shows how familiar Australian names can still charm audiences who don't know them.
AustraliaAustralian viewers following Lee's career got a rare glimpse of him breaking into US late-night television, where fellow Australians like Hugh Jackman and Bindi Irwin have previously succeeded.
