Jeff Goldblum is proving once again that his talent knows no limits. During a lively November 19 appearance on the TODAY show, the iconic actor surprised viewers with an expert-level piano performance while promoting Wicked: For Good, set to hit U.S. theaters on November 21.
Goldblum appeared alongside co-star Jonathan Bailey—recently crowned People’s Sexiest Man Alive 2025—when host Savannah Guthrie highlighted Bailey’s background on the clarinet. The moment quickly shifted to Goldblum, whom Guthrie introduced as an “accomplished jazz pianist.”
The Emmy-nominated star happily accepted the challenge. Stepping over to a keyboard off-set, Jeff Goldblum launched into an impressive impromptu performance that left the entire studio cheering. As he played, he cleverly turned the moment into a musical promo for their film, singing, “We’ll buy a ticket to go see Wicked on Friday, but first we’ll visit you, Savannah, today.”
Goldblum continued with witty, jazz-inspired lyrics that delighted viewers:
“The city’s clamor will never spoil the dreams of two boys and a girl / We’ll turn Manhattan into an isle of joy.”
Fans online immediately praised his unexpected rhymes — including his surprising pairing of “girl” and “joy.”
Even Bailey, who joked that he left his clarinet at home, couldn’t hide his admiration. “They say never meet your heroes — but do if it’s Jeff Goldblum,” he said, highlighting the strong bond they’ve formed during the film’s press tour.
Despite sharing only one scene in Wicked: For Good—with Goldblum playing The Wizard and Bailey portraying Prince Fiyero—the two actors said their friendship has grown quickly. “We have each other’s WhatsApp,” Goldblum teased, while Bailey added, laughing, “We send messaging pigeons to each other.”
The viral TODAY performance is just the latest reminder that Jeff Goldblum’s musical talent is as captivating as his decades-long acting career. Audiences can expect even more magic when Wicked: For Good arrives in theaters nationwide on November 21.