John Legend and Chrissy Teigen's Christmas special, A Legendary Christmas, which premiered Wednesday evening on NBC, was full of funny and adorable family fun. While the entirety of the hour-long program was enjoyable, select moments stood out as special. Here's a roundup of our favorite scenes.
The Title Sequence
There aren't many times you can say the intro of a show is your favorite, but Legend and Teigen's introductory song was nothing short of sweet, and a play on your favorite '90s classics. The song is just the right amount of cheesy with a mix of pure nostalgia. Each member of the Legend family had their own introduction, and so did the prop house in the style of any beloved sitcom. When the intro credits faded out, the scene was set with a laugh track, and a surprisingly believable taste of the '90s sitcom style.
Kris Jenner's Appearance
Kris Jenner surprised Teigen at the start of the show to provide her with some party favors, a riff on her Instagram story series "Headband of the Day." Not only did the branding come with a "K" instead of a "C" in Teigen's first name, but Teigen signed a contract with Jenner as her manager, giving up 45 percent of the profit and also agreeing Jenner was now her mother. The joke was a clear riff on Jenner's management skills for her famous daughters.
Luna's Facetimes
As Legend and Teigen were busy preparing for their holiday gathering, their two-year-old daughter, Luna, answered some facetime calls from famous friends. Luna first spoke with comedian Keenan Thompson, and then followed up with a call from the Queer Eye fab five. The tech-savvy toddler promptly hung up on both mid conversation.
The Mac And Cheese Smackdown
Throughout the hour-long episode, Legend and Teigen speculated who makes a better mac and cheese. In order to find the answer, they hosted a seemingly-real support group. Teigen presented her dish in fancy bowls, while Legend was unaware he needed to specify. His dish was served in paper cups. Teigen was a clear win for taste and presentation, and she replaced his Oscar on the home's mantle with her mac and cheese trophy.
The Family Song
Memorable musical numbers were seen throughout the show, but the last full song, which gathered both Teigen and Legend's families, felt the most accessible and real. It was a moving moment of family love, and a moment that put attention on loved ones before the beloved celebrities.
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