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Craig Melvin begs for help during ‘really awkward’ exchange with Parker Posey on ‘Today’ show

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Herz, J. (2026, October 26). Craig Melvin begs for help during ‘really awkward’ exchange with Parker Posey on ‘Today’ show. New York Post. https://pagesix.com/2026/10/26/entertainment/craig-melvin-begs-for-help-during-really-awkward-today-show-exchange-with-parker-posey/

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During a segment on the "Today Show," Craig Melvin faced an awkward interview with actress Parker Posey when he mispronounced the word "horror" as she thought he called her a "whore." The misunderstanding led to further confusion when Melvin asked about her role in an upcoming movie, which Posey denied participating in. The article highlights the humorous and cringeworthy moments of this exchange on live television.

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On the 2026-10-26 episode of the "Today Show," Craig Melvin faced a series of awkward moments during an interview with actress Parker Posey. Initially, Melvin stumbled when he attempted to pronounce "horror" clearly, leading Posey to misunderstand and think he had called her a derogatory term. To add to the discomfort, Melvin then tried to discuss Posey's upcoming role in the movie "Sleepover," but she denied participating anymore, causing another uncomfortable silence on live television.

Previously announced for release by Universal Pictures and Blumhouse Atomic Monster, Parker Posey was set to star in "Sleepover" next year. However, during the interview, Posey confirmed that she is no longer part of the project, leaving Melvin struggling to keep the conversation on track. This event marked a significant embarrassment for Melvin and showcased an unusual turn of events for both the "Today Show" and Posey's professional commitments.

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🔮 News broke on Oct. 13 that Posey was set to star in “Sleepover” by Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Universal Pictures next year. After Posey’s denial, Melvin said the interview had taken an “even more awkward than usual” turn.

2026-10-26 · assertive framing · Craig Melvin begs for help during ‘really awkward’ exchange with Parker Posey on ‘Today’ show

🔮 “I never could have imagined it to be as helpful as it has been to know that we’re not alone in our grief and our sadness, and that the rest of the world loved him as much as we did,” Kelly, who was also there for the interview, told the outlet.

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🔮 Information regarding a memorial will be shared at a later date.

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🔮 The Sussexes also wanted to ensure that their children have a closer relationship with their royal relatives, though Harry still remains estranged from his older brother, Prince William.

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🔮 Chmerkovskiy was suspended from the competition following a controversial social media post he shared last week referencing Will Smith’s infamous Oscars slap.

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🔮 I think [Avery] would be really proud.”

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🔮 Brooks, who wrote and directed the original movie, is set to reprise his role as alien character Yogurt.

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🔮 “It’s new and they’re just getting to know each other, but there was definitely something there, and he would like to see her again,” the source added.

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Craig Melvin suffered not one but two mortifying moments during his interview with Parker Posey on the “Today Show” Monday morning. asserted

Melvin → suffer → Show

The journalist asked co-host Carson Daly to “save [him], please,” after an uncomfortable exchange with the actress. asserted

journalist → ask → actress

The awkwardness began when the 47-year-old asked Posey about her slate of upcoming projects, including a rumored role in a new horror movie, by saying it was time to “talk horror.” asserted

it → begin → horror

The “White Lotus” alum leaned in to hear better, looking alarmed. asserted

alum → lean → ?

Realizing Posey had misheard him, Melvin clarified, “No, hor-ror.” asserted

Melvin → realize → ror

The actress, 57, confirmed she “thought [he] called [her] a whore,” which left the news anchor rushed to explain himself. asserted

which → confirm → himself

“I did not call you a whore!” he insisted. asserted

he → call → you

“H-o-r-r-, horror, I did not enunciate well.” asserted

I → enunciate → ?

As Melvin attempted to continue to the interview by asking about Posey’s upcoming movie, the Emmy nominee revealed she is no longer participating in it. “I’m not doing it,” Posey said, to which Melvin replied, “It says right here that you’re doing “Sleepover.'” asserted

you → attempt → Sleepover

Posey doubled down on “not doing it anymore,” which was followed by another cringeworthy silence. asserted

which → double → silence

Posey then said she was “sweating” and began to fan herself with a sheaf of papers. asserted

she → say → papers

“I was [doing] it,” she explained. asserted

she → do → it

“Yeah, it’s not happening anymore. asserted

it → happen → ?

Something came up.” asserted

Something → come → ?

News broke on Oct. 13 that Posey was set to star in “Sleepover” by Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Universal Pictures next year. After Posey’s denial, Melvin said the interview had taken an “even more awkward than usual” turn. asserted

interview → break → turn

Assuring Melvin their uncomfortable exchange was “funny,” Posey ended the interview by bringing up People recently dubbing him the Sexiest Morning Show Host. asserted

Posey → assure → him

Melvin last chatted with Posey on the morning show in March 2025, gushing that the Golden Globe nominee’s accent was “hands-down, one of the best parts of ‘White Lotus.'” Conversation Your voice matters. asserted

voice → chat → Lotus

Discussions are moderated for civility. asserted

Discussions → moderate → civility

Craig Melvin begs for help during ‘really awkward’ exchange with Parker Posey on ‘Today’ show

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