Heartwarming Meeting Between Tanner Smith and Jack Black on The Kelly Clarkson Show
The recent episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show featuring Tanner Smith and Jack Black has captured the hearts of viewers, especially fans of Love on the Spectrum. This standout moment aired on April 3, coinciding with the launch of Season 3 on Netflix, and showcased an emotional surprise for Tanner, building on weeks of anticipation.
A Long-Awaited Promise
Tanner had previously received a heartfelt video message from Black, in which the actor expressed his eagerness to meet “someday soon.”On the day of the taping, Tanner thought he was about to see a follow-up video, but to his astonishment, Jack Black entered the studio instead.
This unexpected reveal resonated deeply with the audience, many of whom were touched by Tanner’s patience and enthusiasm leading up to this moment. One fan, @mamabear5000, humorously remarked:
“I’m so obsessed with him whispering on mic 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣.”
“Emotional moment when Jack Black surprises Tanner from Netflix’s autism dating show Love On The Spectrum; one of his life goals was to meet him,” another user commented.
“I love Tanner 💚 Jack Black is such a gem too,”noted another tweet read.
Jack Black’s Authenticity Shines
Many viewers also lauded Jack Black’s genuine nature and his rapport with fans. One user stated:
“If your hero is Jack Black, it is 100% safe and highly recommended to meet your hero,”
“I think Jack Black is currently one of the best humans on the planet,”another fan commented here.
“I worked on a set with Jack Black a few years ago. He’s the same guy you see on the screen: super kind, hilarious, and he joked with all of the crew. One of the greats,” another tweet highlighted.
Critical Perspectives
While the emotional encounter garnered overwhelming positive feedback, some viewers raised questions about the authenticity of the moment. One tweet expressed skepticism:
“He’s such a fake persona, literally backstabbed his best friend to salvage his one trick pony career,”
“This is a promo for his sh** movie disguised as doing something nice,”a critic added here.
A Dream Come True for Tanner
During the episode, Tanner was surprised with a video message from Jack Black:
“What’s up, Tanner? Jack Black here! I still cannot wait to meet you in person, but I’m on the road with A Minecraft Movie.”
Shortly after, Tanner leaped from the couch in disbelief and hugged Black, exclaiming:
“Jack, I’m so glad I finally get to meet you! I’m your biggest fan ’cause you’re a great actor and a great singer.”
The conversation between the two continued with Tanner complimenting Black’s looks and strength, and they jokingly discussed the possibility of working out together:
“Guess what, I’m going to get your phone number and then we can work out together.”
Jack Black acknowledged Tanner’s role in Love on the Spectrum, expressing his admiration for the show and his excitement for the new season. As the segment concluded, Tanner turned to Kelly Clarkson and expressed his gratitude, calling it “the best day”of his life.
For those interested in watching this touching moment, Love on the Spectrum is available for streaming on Netflix at any time.