On Halloween, the spirit of the iconic film “Beetlejuice” swept through several popular daytime talk shows, as hosts donned costumes inspired by the classic Tim Burton film. Al Roker and Dylan Dreyer of NBC’s Today show took on the personas of Beetlejuice and Lydia Deetz, respectively, while Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos brought their own twist to the characters on Live With Kelly and Mark. In a fun continuation of the theme, Kelly Clarkson also embraced the Beetlejuice character during her own show.
The playful Halloween festivities included a memorable “VHS Rewind” segment on Today, where the hosts transformed into characters from beloved films while navigating a nostalgic video rental store setup. Other highlights featured Savannah Guthrie dressed as Elle Woods from “Legally Blonde,” Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager channeling Jack and Rose from “Titanic,” and Craig Melvin recreating Eddie Murphy’s character from “Beverly Hills Cop.”
On Live With Kelly and Mark, the hosts kicked things off with an “Only Halloween in the Building” segment inspired by the show “Only Murders in the Building.” They engaged in humorous scenarios that alluded to potential mysteries while dressed as characters from the series before transitioning into their Beetlejuice costumes for a lively dance number.
The special also included various costume changes throughout, along with parody trailers that showcased Ripa and Consuelos’ comedic talents. They crafted spoofs that touched on current trends and issues, such as a humorous take on menopause inspired by “Inside Out,” and an entertaining segment that featured Olympic viral sensations.
While some shows, like ABC’s Good Morning America and The View, opted out of Halloween festivities this year, the enthusiasm shown by the hosts on Today and Live With Kelly and Mark underscored a positive highlight to the Halloween season, bringing light and laughter to viewers during a busy time of year.
In summary, the celebrations showcased creativity and humor, revitalizing beloved movie characters and highlighting the importance of fun and community in entertainment, particularly during festive occasions like Halloween. As the world gears up for the end of the year, moments like these remind us of the joy that pop culture brings to audiences everywhere.