S2·E38 Rosario Dawson, Eugenio Derbez, Sturgill Simpson, Bob Mould

Episode recap

Late Night with Seth Meyers returned for its second season with episode 38, a program that combined the host’s trademark opening monologue with a slate of high‑profile guests from film, television and music. The episode opened with Seth Meyers delivering his usual commentary on the week’s news, setting a comedic tone before turning to the night’s interview roster.

The first guest was actress Rosario Dawson. Meyers introduced her and the conversation moved to her recent work in film and television, allowing Dawson to discuss the projects that have defined her career to date. The interview was conducted in the show’s standard format, with Meyers and Dawson seated at the desk and the audience hearing their exchange in real time.

Following Dawson, actor Eugenio Derbez appeared as the next guest. Meyers welcomed Derbez, and the two talked about his experiences in comedy and his recent roles, providing viewers with insight into the actor’s perspective on the industry. As with the previous segment, the interview took place at the desk and was interspersed with occasional audience reactions.

Music was a central component of the episode. Singer‑songwriter Sturgill Simpson performed a live set for the show’s musical segment. The performance featured Simpson’s distinctive blend of country‑rock and folk influences, presented on the Late Night stage with the 8G Band providing accompaniment. The set gave the audience a chance to hear Simpson’s material in a televised format.

The musical portion concluded with a special appearance by musician Bob Mould, who sat in with the 8G Band. Mould joined the band for a collaborative jam, adding his own guitar work to the ensemble’s sound. This sit‑in highlighted the band’s flexibility and offered a unique moment for fans of both Mould and the show’s regular musical crew.

Throughout the episode, Seth Meyers maintained the program’s blend of humor, conversation and live music, delivering a cohesive hour of late‑night entertainment that showcased the talents of Rosario Dawson, Eugenio Derbez, Sturgill Simpson and Bob Mould within the established Late Night format.