Bill Murray Briefly Interrupts Interview with Economic Adviser on CNBC
Actor Bill Murray made an unexpected appearance on the CNBC set, interrupting an interview with President Trump's economic adviser, Kevin Hassett, during the "Squawk Box" program.
Sioux Falls, SD, November 2, 2026 —
NEW YORK – Actor Bill Murray made an unexpected appearance on the CNBC television set Wednesday morning, briefly interrupting an interview with President Trump’s economic adviser, Kevin Hassett. The incident occurred during the network’s live “Squawk Box” program.
Murray, known for his roles in films such as “Ghostbusters” and “Groundhog Day,” walked onto the set while Hassett, the chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, was speaking. The exact duration and nature of Murray’s presence on set were not immediately detailed in the provided summary. Hassett was reportedly in the middle of discussing economic matters when the actor made his appearance.
Following the brief interruption, the program proceeded. The specific context of Murray’s visit to the CNBC studios or his reason for entering the live interview segment was not provided in the trend summary. No statements from Murray or Hassett regarding the interaction were included in the summary.
“Squawk Box” is a business news program that features interviews with CEOs, economists, and policymakers to discuss market trends and economic events. The appearance of a well-known entertainer like Bill Murray during a segment focused on economic policy marked an unusual moment for the broadcast.
Further details regarding the circumstances surrounding Bill Murray’s unexpected walk-on, including the precise timeline and any subsequent discussions or reactions from CNBC or the White House, were not available in the provided summary. The actor’s appearance was noted as an interruption to the scheduled interview with Kevin Hassett.
Story summarized from the original created by Ryan J. Karlin on thehill.com, see more information here.
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