“Tamron, you have a new talk show coming. Congrats for that,” O’Brien said. “But didn’t you used to do a show . . . The ‘Today’ show, right? And how were those ratings?” (Hall’s ratings were higher than Kelly’s in the same timeslot.)

O’Brien added, “And your feelings on blackface? Yes or no?” The audience erupted in applause and laughter while Hall appeared embarrassed, chuckling from the side of the stage. “Page Six TV” co-host Bevy Smith hosted the event.