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LL Cool J, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Riley Green Confirmed For September 4 “Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon”

LL Cool J will appear ahead of his VMAs hosting gig.

Three days before hosting the MTV Video Music Awards, LL Cool J will drop by “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.”

NBC says the entertainment icon will appear as the lead interview guest on September 4. Reigning NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will also appear for a chat on that night’s episode.

Later, Riley Green will take the stage for a musical performance.

A complete look at upcoming listings follows:

Thursday, August 28: Guests include Chris Pratt, Rose Byrne, mgk and musical guest mgk. (OAD 8/4/25)

Friday, August 29: Guests include Austin Butler, Judd Apatow and musical guest Royel Otis. (OAD 8/12/25)

Monday, September 1: Guests include Seth Rogen, Heidi Klum and comedian Derrick Stroup. (OAD 8/6/25)

Tuesday, September 2: Guests include Jessica Chastain, Paul Mescal & Josh O’Connor, Sabrina Impacciatore and musical guest Arthur Hanlon, Carlos Vives & Goyo. Show #2176

Wednesday, September 3: Guests include Steve Buscemi, David Byrne, Malin Akerman and musical guest David Byrne. Show #2177

Thursday, September 4: Guests include LL COOL J, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and musical guest Riley Green. Show #2178

Brian Cantor

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