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Fortune Feimster just revealed her experience working alongside Kim Kardashian on Netflix’s The Fifth Wheel. Speaking exclusively at the 2026 Oscars, the comedian and Zootopia 2 star shared behind-the-scenes secrets, including the beauty tips she learned and the swarms of fans who surrounded them on set. The comedy film, still in production, is shaping up to be a major Netflix comedy event.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Exclusive Interview: Fortune spoke to E! News at the March 15, 2026 Oscars red carpet about her Netflix role
- Vegas Connection: The cast filmed on the Las Vegas strip, drawing massive crowds around Kim Kardashian
- Beauty Lessons: Fortune learned makeup and skincare secrets from Kim during their filming together
- Star-Filled Cast: The ensemble includes Nikki Glaser, Brenda Song, Jack Whitehall, Scott MacArthur, Casey Wilson, and recently 50 Cent
Fortune’s Exclusive Oscars Moment with E! News
Fortune Feimster stunned at the 2026 Oscars in a Giorgio Armani tuxedo. Walking the red carpet, she opened up exclusively to Zuri Hall during Live From E! Oscars 2026 coverage about her time on the Netflix comedy set. The 45-year-old comedian revealed she’s a big Kim Kardashian fan, calling her experience working together nothing short of special.
“We had the best time,” Fortune told E! News. “We filmed in Vegas the last week, so to walk down the Las Vegas strip with Kim Kardashian was quite a treat—everyone’s yelling.” The crowds that gathered around the reality mogul were massive, giving the cast an unforgettable experience in Sin City.
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The Beauty Secrets Fortune Learned from Kim
Fortune dished about the beauty tips and tricks she picked up while filming. She explained that Kim generously shared her skincare discoveries and makeup tools with the entire cast. “I would walk into the trailer and she’d be like, ‘I put some beauty wand that I found for all you guys,” Fortune recalled, adding that she needed Kim’s help learning how to use the high-tech device.
Beyond beauty secrets, Fortune praised Kim’s generosity. She shared that Kim would distribute her energy drinks whenever the cast felt tired during long filming days. “She would always give us her energy drink, if we were tired. So we’d have a stack of her drinks in our trailer,” Fortune explained. Overall, she called Kim “very generous” with her time and resources on set.
The Fifth Wheel Cast and Production Timeline
| Detail | Information |
| Release Date | 2027 (TBA) |
| Platform | Netflix |
| Director | Eva Longoria |
| Writers | Paula Pell, Janine Brito |
| Filming Location | Las Vegas, with LA studio work |
The Fifth Wheel is an ensemble comedy film that follows high school best friends attempting to reconnect during a Vegas weekend trip. Kim Kardashian leads the cast as a “hot outsider” who crashes the reunion, forcing the group to confront their messy lives and fractured friendships. Filming began in January 2026 and was scheduled to wrap on March 11, 2026, making the production currently in its final stages.
“She’s so popular, just swarms of people. I learned a lot of beauty secrets and tips. She would always give us her energy drink, if we were tired. So we’d have a stack of her drinks in our trailer.”
Fortune Feimster, Actress and Comedian
More Recent Cast Updates and Star Power
The Netflix comedy continues to expand its roster. Beyond Fortune Feimster, Kim Kardashian, Nikki Glaser, and Brenda Song, the film also features Jack Whitehall, Casey Wilson, and Scott MacArthur in significant roles. Most recently announced was 50 Cent’s casting, confirmed on March 13, 2026, adding another major name to the ensemble cast.
Director Eva Longoria, known for her work on Flamin’ Hot, is helming this female-driven comedy project. The production has already generated significant buzz with first-look images released in January 2026, which showed the cast in vibrant Vegas-themed costumes and makeup. The film is being produced by Jessica Elbaum, Will Ferrell, and Cris Abrego, ensuring a strong team behind the camera.
What Fans Can Expect from This Comedy Event
The chemistry between Fortune and the rest of the cast clearly extends beyond the camera. Fortune’s glowing account of working with Kim suggests the ensemble has strong rapport, which often translates to better comedic timing and authentic moments on screen. The combination of stand-up comedian Fortune alongside improv talent Nikki Glaser, dramatic actress Brenda Song, and reality star Kim Kardashian creates a unique blend of comedy styles.
The Las Vegas setting provides unlimited potential for comedic chaos and memorable scenes. With a premise centered on old friends reuniting and clashing with a mysterious outsider, the script by Paula Pell (Saturday Night Live, Girls5eva) and Janine Brito (Mr. Mayor) promises sharp, witty humor. Will fans connect more with the ensemble humor, the Vegas spectacle, or Kim Kardashian’s unexpected dramatic turn in a major comedy film?
Sources
- E! Online – Exclusive Oscars 2026 interview with Fortune Feimster about Netflix’s The Fifth Wheel
- Variety – First look announcement and cast details for The Fifth Wheel, January 26, 2026
- Netflix Tudum – Official production updates and cast information
