Keke Palmer Plants Kiss on ‘Hot Ones’ Host Sean Evans as New Popeyes Collab Launches

Lead Keke Palmer surprised ‘Hot Ones’ host Sean Evans with an on-air kiss during the credits of the latest episode, sparking a social-media frenzy hours after Popeyes rolled out its Hot Ones-inspired menu nationwide today.

Nut Graf The unexpected smooch, which aired Monday and went viral early Tuesday, highlights Palmer’s close rapport with Evans and drives renewed interest in the show’s spicy-wing interviews. Meanwhile, Popeyes’ limited-time Hot Ones collaboration debuted on September 16, offering fans fiery chicken sandwiches and sauces that echo the YouTube series’ heat scale.

Surprise Kiss Ignites Online Buzz

• As credits rolled on the Keke Palmer episode, Palmer confessed her crush and planted a slow-motion kiss on Evans, complete with digital fireworks-clip posted at 2:59 AM on X today.
• Fans flocked to Reddit and X, celebrating the moment as a long-awaited “real-life spark” between host and guest.

Popeyes x Hot Ones Menu Hits Restaurants

• The new four-item lineup-featuring the Spicy Fiery Chicken Sandwich, La Flame Fries, and two exclusive dipping sauces-launched nationwide today via company announcement.
• Menu items range from mild to “wings of death” heat levels, mirroring the show’s signature spice progression.

Additional Details in Descending Importance Evans and Palmer have teamed up thrice on ‘Hot Ones,’ with their chemistry often cited as a highlight of Palmer’s earlier appearances. This latest moment not only cements that dynamic but also serves as free publicity for both the show and its fast-food partner.

Popeyes’ collaboration follows a trend of quick-service chains partnering with entertainment brands to attract younger audiences. Early social-media reactions report long lines at outlets serving the new menu, with fans sharing taste tests under #HotOnesAtPopeyes.

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