Late Night with Jimmy Fallon was primarily filmed at Studio 6A in 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York City.
Filming Location Details
Late Night with Jimmy Fallon aired on NBC from 2009 to 2014, with its production based out of Studio 6A within the iconic 30 Rockefeller Plaza building, often simply called "30 Rock." This studio served as the creative home for Jimmy Fallon's initial foray into late-night television as a host.
The Transition to The Tonight Show
After his successful run with Late Night, Jimmy Fallon transitioned to host The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in 2014. This new iteration of the historic late-night franchise marked a shift in location within Rockefeller Center.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon moved to Studio 6B in Rockefeller Center, New York City. This particular studio holds a significant place in television history, as it was also the production site for Tonight Starring Jack Paar and subsequently The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson from 1957 until 1972.
Here's a comparison of the filming locations for Jimmy Fallon's late-night shows:
| Show Title | Filming Location | Dates Aired (with Jimmy Fallon) | Historical Context of Studio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Late Night with Jimmy Fallon | Studio 6A, 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York City | March 2, 2009 – February 7, 2014 | Previously home to various NBC productions and talk shows. |
| The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon | Studio 6B, 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York City | February 17, 2014 – Present | Previously hosted Tonight Starring Jack Paar and The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1957-1972). |
The choice of Studio 6B for The Tonight Show emphasizes a return to the show's roots in New York City, connecting current productions with a rich legacy of late-night television. Both studios are located within the same famed complex, contributing to New York City's enduring status as a hub for television production.
