Helen Mirren Hilariously Ignores Pierce Brosnan Choking on Spicy Salsa During “Tonight Show” Appearance

Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan Make a Spicy Appearance on The Tonight Show

In a recent episode of The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Hollywood legends Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan made a spicy appearance that had viewers in stitches. The duo, who are co-stars in the upcoming Netflix film “The Thursday Murder Club,” joined host Jimmy Fallon for a fun segment involving some seriously hot salsa.

During the show, Fallon presented Mirren and Brosnan with a bowl of his homemade salsa, which included tomatoes, garlic, onion, jalapeños, cilantro, lime, and salt. Mirren, known for her adventurous spirit, immediately dove in and declared the salsa “really good” and “fabulous,” much to the delight of the audience. On the other hand, Brosnan seemed to struggle with the heat, taking a moment to swallow the fiery concoction.

As Mirren happily continued eating more of the salsa, Brosnan’s discomfort became more evident as he coughed and tried to cool himself down. He confessed, “It’s really good,” but added, “I don’t do hot sauce or jalapeños,” while visibly affected by the spice. Mirren, unfazed by the heat, offered Brosnan more salsa, only to be met with a polite refusal from the actor.

Despite Brosnan’s struggles with the spicy salsa, Mirren carried on indulging in the fiery dip, earning praise from Fallon who called her a “real fan.” The interaction between the actors and Fallon led to lighthearted banter and laughter, with Mirren teasing Brosnan about his aversion to hot sauce.

Directed by Chris Columbus, “The Thursday Murder Club” is based on the popular book series by Richard Osman and follows a group of retirees who solve cold-case murders for fun. Alongside Mirren and Brosnan, the film features a star-studded cast including Ben Kingsley, Celia Imrie, Naomi Ackie, Richard E. Grant, Jonathan Pryce, Henry Lloyd-Hughes, and Tom Ellis.

In an interview with PEOPLE, Mirren expressed her excitement about portraying the character of Elizabeth in the film, revealing her instant connection to the role. Fans can catch Mirren and Brosnan in action when “The Thursday Murder Club” premieres on Netflix on August 28th.

The entertaining salsa showdown between Mirren, Brosnan, and Fallon provided a glimpse of the camaraderie and humour that audiences can expect from the dynamic duo both on and off-screen. With their wit, charm, and undeniable talent, Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan continue to captivate viewers and prove why they are considered Hollywood royalty.