Celebrity Interviews

In this heartfelt conversation, actor and comedian Ken Jeong joins The Neil Haley Show to discuss the final season of his ABC sitcom "Dr. Ken," calling it "the greatest year of my career." Jeong opens up about the bittersweet experience of taping the show's final episode and shares insights into his favorite episode of the season, where his character Ken takes his TV daught...

Kate Flannery, beloved for her unforgettable portrayal of Meredith Palmer on "The Office," joins the show to discuss her latest role as Principal Saperstein in Hulu's new comedy series "All Night." The unique premise features an entire season taking place during one graduation night at a high school, where students are locked in for their grad night dance without their phon...

Former NFL first-round draft pick and University of Miami legend Randall Hill joins the show to share his remarkable journey from professional football to a distinguished 20-year career in federal law enforcement. Hill, who played seven seasons in the NFL and won two national championships with the Hurricanes, offers a candid look at how he successfully transitioned from the gridiron to becoming a...

Professional dancer Sharna Burgess joins The Neil Haley Show to discuss her recovery from a serious knee injury sustained during Dancing with the Stars dress rehearsal. In a candid conversation, Burgess explains how a seemingly minor wardrobe malfunction—an overly long skirt—led to a grade two MCL tear when she stepped on the fabric and her knee bent unnaturally. The injury is particularly signifi...

In this captivating conversation, host Neil Haley welcomes Tami Stronach, the actress who captured hearts worldwide as the Childlike Empress in the 1984 fantasy classic The NeverEnding Story. Stronach shares the remarkable story of how a chance encounter with a casting agent at her San Francisco acting class led to three auditions across two continents, ultimately landing her the iconic role at ju...

Host Neil Haley sits down with Grammy Award-winning country music and southern rock legend Charlie Daniels for an intimate conversation about his iconic career, his surprise mega-hit "The Devil Went Down to Georgia," and what keeps him performing after more than fifty years in the business. Charlie candidly admits he had no idea his 1979 recording would become the phenomenon it did, expl...

Host Neil Haley welcomes Spanx founder and Shark Tank guest shark Sara Blakely for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, innovation, and staying connected to your purpose. Sara shares her remarkable journey of starting Spanx with just five thousand dollars from her Atlanta apartment without any formal business training, explaining how this experience allows her to deeply relate to the...

Kerry Frances joins the show to discuss her role in Netflix's latest blockbuster "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery," revealing an extraordinary career story that most actors only dream about. Both her role as Tammy the morgue girl in this third Knives Out installment and her original role as Sally (Frank Oz's assistant) in the 2019 film were written specifically for her by...

Thaao Penghlis, the beloved actor with an incredible 44-year tenure on Days of Our Lives, joins the show to discuss his latest passion project—a three-part podcast series called "The Great Escape" available on Spotify and Amazon. Drawing from his nine journeys to Egypt over the years, Thaao shares the profound spiritual experiences that inspired this immersive audio drama about the Holy...

Bruce Buffer, the iconic voice of the UFC known worldwide for his electrifying "It's Time!" announcement, shares his extraordinary story with host Neil Haley and co-host Caregiver Dave. Buffer reveals how he discovered at age 28 that boxing announcer Michael Buffer—famous for "Let's Get Ready to Rumble"—was his long-lost half-brother, and how four years later he became...

NHL legend Bernie Nicholls takes host Neil Haley on a journey through his remarkable hockey career, from growing up in a tiny Canadian town of 75 people to scoring 70 goals in a single season and playing alongside the greatest hockey player of all time. Nicholls discusses how he broke the LA Kings' goal-scoring record the same year Wayne Gretzky joined the team, and how "The Great One&#39...

New York Times bestselling author and former Secret Service agent Dan Bongino sits down with host Neil Haley to discuss his book "The Fight: A Secret Service Agent's Inside Account of Security Failings and the Political Machine." Bongino opens up about the shocking 2014 White House fence-jumping incident, explaining how bureaucratic dysfunction allowed a security failure that everyon...

Burt Ward, television's original Robin from the legendary 1960s Batman series, joins host Neil Haley to discuss the 50th anniversary of the iconic show and his remarkable journey from crimefighter to animal lifesaver. Ward reveals that he and Adam West have been submitted to the Guinness Book of Records as the only two actors in history to work together 50 years after their original collaborat...

Former Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Emerson Martin joins the Neil Haley Show to share his unconventional path to the NFL and his current success transforming Delaware State University's football program. Martin discusses his decision to attend Hampton University over major Division I programs, prioritizing education with his mathematics degree over football glamor in an era when the N...

Tim Smith from Discovery Channel's "Moonshiners" reveals the incredible true story of how he became the face of modern moonshining on national television—and how he manages to stay out of jail while doing it. After a producer from McGill Entertainment showed up at his house looking for his father (who refused to participate and later passed away), Tim called back two months later and...

Actress Melissa Roxburgh joins The Neil Haley Show to discuss the highly anticipated second season of her gripping thriller series about hunting serial killers who are secretly imprisoned rather than executed. Melissa reveals what makes the show so binge-worthy—the perfect balance of gore, personal drama, and edge-of-your-seat suspense, with each episode containing its own subplots while building...

Jane Seymour discusses her remarkable career spanning from playing Maria Callas to her iconic role as Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman—which still airs in 98 countries globally—while promoting her groundbreaking Playboy spread and Pop TV's comedy series "Let's Get Physical." Jane reflects on her most challenging roles, explaining that playing Callas was particularly difficult because ac...

Mario Van Peebles brings his signature charisma to discussing Syfy's "Superstition," where he serves as director, writer, producer, and actor in a Gothic Americana series that explores the rich tapestry of American supernatural folklore. Drawing from his upbringing in the Van Peebles independent film family business—which he compares to growing up on a family farm where you learn eve...

Jon Taffer, star of Spike TV's top-rated series Bar Rescue, recounts his improbable journey from college bartender studying political science in Denver to becoming one of television's most recognizable hospitality experts. Despite being told by a Paramount Television executive that he would "never be on television" and didn't have the right profile, Jon took it as a personal...

Paige Davis, the beloved host of Trading Spaces and Emmy-nominated star of OWN's Homemade Simple, opens up about her multifaceted entertainment career and upcoming role in the world premiere play "Dancing Lessons" at Barrington Stage. Paige traces her journey from studying dance at a performing arts high school in Louisville and Southern Methodist University through summer stock and...

Larry Thomas, forever immortalized as the Soup Nazi from Seinfeld's iconic episode, shares the remarkable story of how one guest appearance 21 years ago transformed into a thriving brand partnership with The Original SoupMan company. Larry explains how he reconnected with Al Yeganeh, the real soup man who inspired his character, after years of being recognized everywhere he went. The partnersh...

WWE Hall of Famer Stone Cold Steve Austin sits down with fellow talk show host and former professional wrestler Neil Haley to discuss his remarkable transition from the squared circle to the entertainment world with his USA Network show "Straight Up Steve Austin." The Texas Rattlesnake opens up about the surprising connections between the two hosts—from wrestling together in Omaha, Nebra...

In this entertaining segment of The Neil Haley Show, comedy legend and television host Howie Mandel joins Neil to discuss the exciting return of Deal or No Deal 2.0 on CNBC, airing Wednesday nights at 9 PM. Howie shares fascinating behind-the-scenes insights about what makes this revival even better than the original, including the addition of a female banker, new negotiation opportunities for con...

Hollywood icon Robert Wagner discusses his heartfelt tribute book "I Loved Her in the Movies: Memories of Hollywood's Legendary Actresses," honoring the remarkable women who shaped his six-decade career. Wagner reflects on working with legends like Audrey Hepburn and Bette Davis, emphasizing the tremendous challenges women faced in the industry—balancing demanding schedules with hair...

Action legend Dolph Lundgren shares the remarkable story of how a Swedish chemical engineering student and European karate champion became one of cinema's most iconic villains. Lundgren reveals how working security at a Grace Jones concert in Australia led to an unexpected relationship with the flamboyant singer, which transported him into Andy Warhol's New York scene where he met Michael...