7 Clever Celeb-Pranks from April Fool’s Day
Celebrities are just like us, right? They love a good laugh, especially on April Fool’s Day. Here are some of the most recent memorable pranks played by stars that either soared high or crashed and burned.
Heidi Klum: Pretends to be Pregnant
Last year, Heidi Klum and her America’s Got Talent co-judges faced the wrath of fans after their “tasteless” pregnancy prank. Howie Mandel ignited the controversy by posting a photo of Heidi with a fake baby bump, leading to backlash from fans who found the joke offensive.
Michael Strahan: Gap-Smashing Trick
In 2021, Good Morning America host Michael Strahan duped fans into believing he was saying goodbye to his iconic tooth gap, only to reveal it was a clever prank in the end. The former athlete’s Instagram video confession left fans in stitches.
Michael Che and Colin Jost: SNL Jokester Duo
Saturday Night Live buddies Michael Che and Colin Jost pulled off a hilarious prank during a Weekend Update segment. Che instructed the audience not to laugh at Jost’s jokes, leaving the latter bewildered until the truth was finally unveiled.
Kendall Jenner: Fake Baby News
Kendall Jenner tried her hand at a double prank during a game of Truth or Dare with mom Kris Jenner. The model feigned pregnancy and engagement, causing quite the stir among her family members.
David Beckham: James Corden’s Statue Surprise
James Corden, known for his pranks, unveiled a horrifying statue of soccer legend David Beckham, which turned out to be a distorted version of his face. Beckham’s reaction was a mix of shock and amusement as the prank unfolded on The Late Late Show.
Celebrities, like the rest of us, enjoy a good laugh on April Fool’s Day. Some pranks hit the mark, while others miss it completely, but they always provide entertainment for fans worldwide.