Leslie Jonesis first and foremost a comedian, but she’s a life coach first and foremost. “Because I’m good at everything,” she says in a new promo for the ESPYs. TheGhostbustersstar pops up to give host/WWE wrestler/Trainwreck actorJohn Cenasome tips for when he takes the stage at the awards show.
What is he going to do ifKanye Westrushes stage (something everyone giving a speech to be prepared for)? What happens if the the Blue Jays andDraymond Greenget into a fight in the audience (a reference I do not get because I don’t keep tabs with sports)? The answer to both of those is, “Put ‘em in a headlock.” One of the rare cases that doesn’t work is in a situation withRiley Curry, the adorable, scene-stealing daughter ofStephen Curry.
Short of saying, “You know nuthin’, John Cena,” Jones puts Cena through a psychological bootcamp to get ready for his hosting gig. Things went dark when the funny gal brought out a plushie puppy to shout mean things at the wrestler. “I hate that stupid dog. He’s an asshole,” Cena exclaims. “If I ever get him alone, I’m gonna tear him apart.”
Watch the ESPYs promo below.
Jones can be seen in theaters inGhostbustersoppositeMelissa McCarthy,Kristen Wiig, andKate McKinnonbeginning this weekend. Off the big screen, she’s made a brand for herself around her big personality, as seen through herGame of Thronescommentary withSeth MeyersonLate Nightand her popular Twitter feed.
She also recently made headlines whenProject RunwayalumChristian Sirianodesigned a red gown for her to wear at theGhostbusterspremiere. Jones tweeted how designers didn’t want to dress her for the occasion, so Siriano stepped in. McKinnon, who stars on SNL alongside Jones, is following a similar trajectory. I wouldn’t be surprised if both of them soon left the late-night gig to further expand their cinematic repertoire.
