In a heartwarming and unexpected moment, singer Olivia Rodrigo joined talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, his wife Molly McNearney, and their two children, Jane, 9, and William John “Billy,” 6, for a memorable ride to school. The entire experience was captured in a delightful segment on “Jimmy Kimmel Live.”
As the Kimmel family was driving to school in a VinFast, discussing the common sentiment among children—how much they dislike school—the unexpected happened. While seated in the front, Jimmy and Molly noticed someone on the side of the road and debated whether they should give her a lift. To their surprise, it was none other than Olivia Rodrigo herself, standing there with her thumb out.
Upon Olivia’s entrance into the car, the kids were in disbelief. Jane couldn’t contain her excitement, exclaiming, “Oh my God Billy, it’s Olivia Rodrigo!” The young fans were clearly starstruck.
Rodrigo made quick work of connecting with the kids by asking about their favorite songs from her repertoire. Jane shared her preference for “Ballad of a Homeschooled Girl,” to which Rodrigo responded warmly. When prompted, Billy revealed that he liked “The ‘Get Him Back’ song.” The backseat was soon filled with a lively rendition of Rodrigo’s songs, with Jane’s choice up first and Billy’s following suit.
As the car pulled up to the school, Rodrigo hugged the young siblings goodbye, expressing her gratitude, saying, “Thank you guys, I feel so loved!” Jane, still in disbelief, mouthed out one more “Oh my God” as she walked away.
Later during her guest appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” Rodrigo expressed her enjoyment of the experience. Kimmel, who mentioned that his kids listen to Rodrigo’s music every day during their morning car ride, thanked her for giving his children an unforgettable thrill. Rodrigo responded graciously, saying, “Oh, it was a pleasure.”
The surprise carpool karaoke with Olivia Rodrigo left the Kimmel kids with an unforgettable memory and showcased the down-to-earth and friendly nature of the pop sensation.
Rodrigo, known for her chart-topping hits and three Grammy Awards, is still amazed by the response to her music. With her sophomore album “Guts” on the horizon, she remains eager to see which songs resonate the most with her fans and is grateful for the support she has received.
As Olivia Rodrigo continues to connect with her fans and make headlines for her genuine interactions, it’s clear that her star power extends beyond her music, touching the lives of both children and adults alike.