AMA with Billy Eichner, aka Billy on the Street!

Russian President Putin and Crimean leaders signed an adoption treaty, but before parliament ratifies it I think they really need to know WOULD DREW BARRYMORE LIKE THAT?

I love you, and I laugh myself to tears watching BOTS and Craig on Parks and Rec. You are THE BEST!

Yes, I'm hoping to do Billy on the Street around the Kremlin sometime soon!!! Drew Barrymore HATES the Kremlin.

I love you on Parks and Rec. How has your experience been filming the show? Do you have more coming up?

Also, this is my favorite tweet of all time.

They are the best ensemble on TV I think. I was shocked to be asked to be on it and so honored and happy about the whole damn thing! It was intimidating at first but they could not be lovelier!!!

HOW LONG BEFORE THE NEWS BREAKS THAT KATHARINE MCPHEE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE MISSING PLANE?!

I've been saying that for WEEKS!!!!!!!

Has anyone ever gotten physical during a bit?

An old lady slapped me across the face when I used the phrase "blow job". I'm disgusting!!!

I worked for Fuse for a few years. While I enjoyed your show, I have never worked for a company that cared so little about their employees. I wish you success Billy, but man....fuck Fuse.

Wow.

Do you plan on trying streets outside of NYC?

YES!!!!!

What cities are you planning to come to?

Hmmm...where do you think I should go?

How much are you obsessed with Amy Poehler?

I mean...she is truly THE BEST. Everything you'd hope she'd be and so much more. And she is FUN.

What do you think Meryl Streep is like in bed?

Hot as fuck!

What musical should Denzel Washington star in next?

PIPPIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!

True or False: if Kelly Clarkson and Rachael Ray met for lunch, they'd go to a Cheesecake Factory.

DEFINITELY. And they'd order the avocado egg rolls. AS ANY NORMAL PERSON WOULD!

I was in Barney's last weekend and saw Rashida Jones and while trying to do that LA-casual-ignore thing almost accidentally ran into a very pregnant Drew Barrymore. I assume you would have just burst into tears at this point?

WHAT????? I'M SO JEALOUS!!!!

I am appreciating the way you write the same way you talk when you host. IT'S AMAZING!!!!

:)

Is twitter a force?

You know it BITCH!

SIR! SIR! FOR A DOLLAR!

I read an interview where you said you're obsessed with middling talent. What is it about people like Julianne Hough that fascinates you so much?

Also, I really hope Lorraine and Bruce are doing well. If they get married, you should officiate.

I just think its fascinating to watch people TRY.

One of my twitter followers said she saw Lorraine and Bruce on the subway! Im dying to see Bruce!!

Hi Billy. Big fan of your show and your character on Parks and Recs. With Anne and Chris gone from Parks and Recs, are the writers looking to develop your character more? Possibly give you bigger story lines?

Also how can you possibly gave a dollar to that woman who thought Denzel was in Phantom of the Opera?

Thank You!! Craig is in the season finale working on some new things and interacting with a lot of different characters so we shall see!!! I'm having a blast doing it - thanks for watching!

Billy do you think Drew Barrymore has shut up about True Detective since it premiered?

Also is it basically the same as your twitter interactions when you are in the writer's room with Julie Klausner and Jake Fogelnest?

Yes - Jake and Julie make me laugh more than anyone.

billy, is elena returning on season 3 ?

YES - TONIGHT!!! She plays a game against Lena Dunham - and she's OVER THE TOP!!

Who should have won the 2013 Daytime Emmy for outstanding game show host: Alex Trebek or Steve Harvey?

Fuck You.

BILLY! if you were Bar Mitzvah'd, what was your theme? If you weren't, what would your theme be?!

My theme was "Broadway meets Pop Music" cause i couldnt decide. My table was called "Madonna" and my parents table was called "Phantom of the Opera". I'm not kidding.

1. Do you have people with you to catch people after you talk to them an have them sign a release?
2. Have you ever thought about doing standup or touring Billy on the Street live?
3. WE BOUGHT A ZOO.

1. Yes.
2. Yes, I did live shows for years before I got busy with Billy and now Parks and Rec. I really want to tour - just have to find the time!!
3. Me too.

Billy, for a dollar.... Were you offered the role on Parks & Rec after the BOTS season 2 episode with Rasheeda Jones, or was that completely coincidental?

I was offered the role last summer...I had fans among the Parks cast and creators I think...not sure exactly when they thought of me for it but I'm glad they did!

What role will you be playing in the giver?

Taylor Swift's acting coach and/or sheep herder.

Is Justin Bieber the black Jaden Smith?

Yuck.

Any hints on what celebrities will we see on BOTS this season?

Also for a dollar: name a woman

Lena Dunham TONIGHT, next week Neil Patrick Harris and Lindsay Lohan, then Seth Meyers, Paul Rudd, Joel McHale, Amy Poehler, Nick Offerman, Sean Hayes, Patton Oswalt and more Olivia Wilde!

What was your reaction when you found out that Kathie Lee Gifford followed you on twitter?

Honestly it is a dream come true. Ive loved Kathie Lee forever.

Why not a wireless microphone?

Not my style, babe. Deal with it!

Is reddit a force?

Not like Twitter bitch!!!

I remember reading an interview where you said you studied theater in college. So, my questions are theater (or theatre, if you’re into being highfalutin), questions: 1) What was your favorite role you ever played on stage? 2) What’s your favorite musical?

Yes I was a theater major at Northwestern. Too many favorite roles and shows. Depends on my mood. Falsettos is a classic though. I'm looking forward to doing a play or musical again sometime soon....

Do you think Elena is a redditor?

God no. She doesnt have a computer and has a cell phone from 1998. I love her - she's back on the show TONIGHT!

Have you seen Spock in The Glass Menagerie!? Do you care?

I did - Zach was BRILLIANT. Hoping he wins the Tony! He is also one of the sweetest people you'll ever meet. I love him.

What is Mr. Singh up to these days? I picture that he is hunting Lindsey Lohan down.

i wish i knew...i'm in love with mr. singh.

way to be late on reddit, billy! so i wiki'ed you and the last line in your bio is "Eichner, who is Jewish,[10] is also openly gay.[11][12]". so for a dollar, when and how did you come out? and this is a heart-felt serious question . . . i LOVE your show and so does my husband who saw you at the New Yorker Festival and was soooooo excited about it!

Thanks! Came out a billion years ago. Never been an issue for me at all. That said, going back in soon!

People say I am the Craig of our office, but I think you are the me of Parks and Rec. How do you respond?

Hahahaha...I'm a little scared for you!!

For a Dollar: Revive 'Smash' or dinner with Meryl Streep?

Revive Smash WITH Meryl Streep in the Christian Borle role.

Who are your comedy heroes?

Martin Short, Steve Martin, Chris Rock, Tina and Amy, Sandra Bernhard, Julie Klausner, Pee Wee Herman.

What was Debra Messing like to, err, run with?

Debra was so game and such a good sport - we shot that in 90 degree weather in NY - she could've been a bitch but she was SO nice!

Billy was the Smash series finale gay enough or could it have been gayer?

Nope, not gay enough.

as someone with a talent and passion for yelling, do you have any tips for easing a sore throat?

YELL MORE!!!

Craig is a Samantha in the board room and a Miranda in the bedroom, but who is Billy?

That line will be engraved on my tombstone.

Ha...that is a GREAT line. They write incredibly funny things for me to say.

i binge watched every episode of billy on the street this week, can you please validate my life choices?

you made the right call!

BILLY! You're awesome.

LA or NYC? In and Out or Shake Shack? Subway or driving?

I'm a New Yorker - born and raised. I do enjoy LA though. I'm an old lady who likes nice weather.

Do you have any plans to take BOTS on the road across America?

Hmmm..... :)

*Hey Billy, I’ve been a fan for years and I’m also a huge Madonna fan. I saw you during her last tour Tel Aviv in the Golden Triangle before the show started and also at Yankee Stadium. How did you get such a coup to be one part of the very limited US promotion she allowed for the show. Did you get to meet her any other time beside from when you ambushed her soundcheck at Yankee Stadium? Vogue Motherfucker! *

Madonna was amazing!! We did not plan our interaction at Yankee Stadium at all and she was so funny and game and Rocco was great too!! I am truly a lifelong fan.

What do you think of Jake Fogelnest/will you be on his podcast?

Love Jake - he writes on my show and yes of course - anytime!

I've read that your run on Parks is limited, but any chance of getting you back forever? Who do I need to talk to to make this happen? Okay, fine, you can give me Amy Poehler's direct phone number. We'll talk.

Stay tuned....

Billy! So happy to find you. I just wanted to thank you for bringing funny back! You had me crying the other day-how on earth did you get that woman to go to sleep on the street? Thank you for using your powers for funny.

Thank You!!! Its an insane show and I love that you love it!!!

Does Amy Poehler smell as nice as I think she does?

You guys really wanna know how celebrities smell!!

Hey Billy.

I'm currently flying to Atlanta and my shuffle went from Beyoncé's "Partition" to Robert Palmer's "Simply Irresistible." Is this an omen for the what is going to happen during the duration of my flight?

Also, where did Freddie Prinze Jr. Go?

love you and the show xoxo

these are very tough questions. robert palmer is dead, btw. have a nice trip.

If Drew and Anne were in the same room together what would happen?

They would fight till the death.

What are your thoughts on Beyonce?

I enjoy her - super talented - glad she's finding her edge.

Do you have a tip on how to cope with having no cable (as of recently), therefore no Billy on the Street Season 3? I think I'm going crazy...

I know, it sucks. I wish it was more accessible. Its not in my power unfortunately, but the entire season will be on iTunes in May and the first two season are there now!

What do you like most about doing your show?

That people like it!!

If you weren't in the entertainment industry, what would you do for a career?

Homeless.

Will Mr. Singh ever come back for a cameo? He means business.

God I hope so.

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Gonzo.

Who is the next Madonna?

There is no "next Madonna". There are other great people but she was the first. You cant copy it and succeed.

Oh, and do you really think Queen Latifah is full of shit? If you tell me it's so, I'll believe you.

Yes, I do. Although I liked her in Living Out Loud. She's a pioneer in a way but wants to have her cake and eat it too and thats not my thing.

HAVE YOU SPOKEN TO LORRAINE SINCE THE EPISODE!?!

No but I really want to!!!!