Late Night Laughs: The Surprisingly Simple Story Behind Shane Gillis and Steve Gerben's Character Names

Late Night's "Tires" Segment: How Shane Gillis and Steve Gerben Chose Their Character Names New York, NY – In a recent segment on Late Night with Seth Meyers, comedians Shane Gillis and Steve Gerben discussed the surprisingly simple process behind choosing their character names for the show's "Tires" segment. The interview, filled with laughter, revealed that the names were chosen almost spontaneously, with Gillis suggesting they use different names and Gerben opting for a simple variation of his own name. "I was like, 'I think we should have different names,'" Gerben recalled, explaining the conversation. "And he was like, 'Just call me Shane.'" The casual approach to character naming highlights the improvisational nature of comedy writing. Meyers playfully chided Gillis for the lack of creativity, leading to more laughter. The segment provides a glimpse into the often spontaneous and unpredictable process of creating comedic characters. The unexpected simplicity of their name selection adds to the overall comedic effect of the interview. The segment concludes with a humorous exchange between the comedians and Meyers, leaving the audience with a lighthearted and entertaining look into the world of late-night comedy.