It is FREEZING up north today, but that didn't stop people from taking the annual Polar Plunge in Lake Michigan this morning. It's for a good cause, after all. Jimmy Fallon made good on his promise to Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel and jumped in the chilly waters at the fundraiser for the Special Olympics, in a suit, no less. In true Fallon form, it all started on Twitter.
Thx for the invite @jimmyfallon. You should toughen up for the big leagues. Do the Chicago Polar Plunge with me and I’ll join @FallonTonight
I don't know @RahmEmanuel... How do I know this isn't a set up? Chicago - if I do this - will you have my back? #PolarPlunge
Okay @RahmEmanuel I'm in. Lake Michigan will have a New York fish this weekend. #SwimmyFallon
Chicago - I'm wearing a suit and tie for the #PolarPlunge. Show solidarity by wearing a necktie. (I'm not telling you what else to wear.)
How cold is it in Chicago this Sunday for #PolarPlunge you guys still doing this? #imstillin
Chicago Polar Plungers: I got my ticket. I'm coming. I'm wearing a suit. Wear a necktie (any color) to show solidarity. #PolarPlunge
I'm here Chicago! It is COLD. You are not making this easy. #PolarPlunge
Oh yeah, it was 5 degrees in Chicago this morning. No word on if and when Emanuel will show up at The Tonight Show.
[via NBC Chicago]
