On July 28, 1989, "The Arsenio Hall Show" was the scene of one of the most
surreal moments in late-night television, when the ferocious Jason Voorhees
appeared on set, armed to the teeth.
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Marketing campaign.
As part of the promotional campaign for the release of “Friday the 13th Part
VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan,” legendary actor and stuntman Kane Hodder
appeared in full costume and makeup, wearing the mask of the infamous Jason
Voorhees. The interview has become iconic due to Hodder's total commitment to
the character, as he remained silent and completely motionless while Arsenio
Hall tried to strike up a conversation.
Years later, Kane Hodder revealed that he had been fighting back laughter the
entire time he was under the mask, especially in the face of Arsenio’s wit,
but managed to stay in character.
Jason Voorhees on talkshow footage.
