Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

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Chevy Chase's Monumental Single Season on SNL | Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

October 19, 2022 / 00:31

This episode discusses the rise to fame of a comedian on SNL, their recognition by Time Magazine, and the pressures of early success.

The guest reflects on their first year on Saturday Night Live, mentioning how they felt about being labeled the funniest guy in America.

They share anecdotes about the challenges and excitement of being in the spotlight, including the expectations that come with such acclaim.

The conversation touches on the impact of media recognition on their career and personal life.

TLDR

A comedian discusses their rise on SNL and media recognition.

Episode

0:31
00:00:00
but that first year you got all you're loaded up you [ __ ] go out there and
00:00:03
crush it you're on SNL it's great uh can't get any future cover Time Magazine
00:00:08
said you're the funniest guy in America and what really yeah yeah did you hear
00:00:14
that you really maybe it was okay you blew up on that show yeah first year you I I guess so yeah yeah would you like to
00:00:22
see my [ __ ] so sorry

Episode Highlights

  • SNL Success
    The excitement of landing a spot on SNL and the pressure to perform.
    “Crush it, you're on SNL!”
    @ 00m 03s
    October 19, 2022
  • Becoming a Star
    The journey of being recognized as the funniest guy in America after SNL.
    “You're the funniest guy in America.”
    @ 00m 08s
    October 19, 2022

Episode Quotes

  • Crush it, you're on SNL!
    Chevy Chase's Monumental Single Season on SNL | Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
  • You're the funniest guy in America.
    Chevy Chase's Monumental Single Season on SNL | Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

Key Moments

  • SNL Debut00:03
  • Recognition00:08
  • Reflection00:14
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