Queen & Adam Lambert Confirmed For Upcoming “Jimmy Kimmel Live” Performance

Queen and Adam Lambert are set for a “Kimmel” outdoor mini-concert.

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Update: Queen and Adam Lambert will play a “Jimmy Kimmel Live” outdoor mini-concert on June 22.

A performance from the concert will air as part of that night’s episode. ABC confirmed the news in its official broadcast lineup for the episode.

Anthony Hopkins and Chris Hardwick will be the episode’s interview guests.
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Before commencing their tour, Queen and Adam Lambert will play a set for “Jimmy Kimmel Live.”

According to the 1iota ticketing website, they will play a “Kimmel” outdoor mini-concert on June 22. Their tour opens in Glendale, Arizona the following day.

At least one song from the mini-concert will be featured in a “Kimmel” episode, but it is worth noting that “Kimmel” performances do not always air the night they are taped. Headline Planet will provide an update when ABC formally confirms the broadcast date for the Queen + Adam Lambert performance.

Anthony Hopkins and Chris Hardwick are scheduled for interviews at the June 22 “Jimmy Kimmel Live” taping.

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