Alec Baldwin Thought His Trump Portrayal Would Last Just Three Episodes I Fly on the Wall
Episode Description
Alec Baldwin recalls Lorne Michaels telling him that his stint playing Donald Trump on SNL would be a short one as Trump was sure to lose. He didn’t and Baldwin went on to reprise the role more than 40 times over the next four years. He explains how he took inspiration from Dana’s portrayal of George H.W. Bush, using it to make the impersonation his own.
On Cadence13’s Fly on the Wall, Saturday Night Live stars Dana Carvey and David Spade take listeners behind the scenes and reminisce about their favorite SNL moments, memories, and sketches with special guests.
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Brief Summary
Guests discuss the challenges of impersonating Trump and Bush, sharing personal experiences and techniques for political satire.
Key points
- Trump's Election Surprise. Waking up to the news of Trump's victory leads to a mix of emotions.
- The Pressure of Live Performance. Alec Baldwin shares the tension of impersonating Trump on stage.
