Jimmy Fallon and James Corden delivered an impromptu performance at New York City’s famed Emilio’s Ballato restaurant after dining with “SNL” creator Lorne Michaels. A source revealed to NYC Faces that the pair later headed to the venue’s hidden backroom bar, where they joined the Brian Newman Jazz Band onstage. Corden captivated the audience with a powerful rendition of “My Way,” while Fallon followed with a heartfelt performance of “I Left My Heart in San Francisco.”
Fallon, known for his love of Tony Bennett classics, previously surprised viewers on “The Voice” in 2023 with the same song, prompting coach John Legend to admit feeling emotional. Meanwhile, Corden has often showcased his Frank Sinatra flair, including a 2017 protest version of “L.O.V.E.” against the transgender military ban and a 2015 duet of “Me and My Shadow” with Stephen Colbert.
Emilio’s Ballato, a celebrity hotspot, has hosted stars like Rihanna, Brad Pitt, and Leonardo DiCaprio in its exclusive backroom. Taylor Swift famously celebrated there with friends after Sophie Turner’s split from Joe Jonas, though Jonas himself remains a regular and has praised the restaurant as a favorite.
Corden currently stars in Broadway’s “Art” alongside Neil Patrick Harris and Bobby Cannavale, while Fallon continues his late-night hosting duties on “The Tonight Show.” Their spontaneous duet added another memorable night to the restaurant’s storied legacy.