Molly Shannon, known for her iconic SNL character Mary Katherine Gallagher, shares heartwarming and humorous anecdotes about working with A-list celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Cameron Diaz on the iconic show, while also reflecting on the tragic car accident that shaped her life and inspired her comedic persona.
Molly Shannon is sharing behind-the-scenes anecdotes about A-list celebrities who graced the stage of Saturday Night Live in anticipation of the show's 50th anniversary celebration. During an interview with People, the 60-year-old actress recalled her experiences with notable hosts, particularly Jennifer Aniston . Shannon fondly remembered Aniston's laid-back demeanor during her first SNL hosting stint in 1999. 'I remember being like, 'Ooh, that's so cool. Jennifer Aniston ,'' Shannon shared.
'And she had a big wedding ring on and she was just easygoing professional, had been in television for a long time.' At that time, Aniston was engaged to Brad Pitt, sporting a diamond and platinum ring famously co-designed by Pitt over seven months.Shannon also reminisced about Cameron Diaz's hosting experience, noting her dedication to a healthy diet. 'During the rehearsal, she would just eat salads, lots of greens. And I was like, 'I want to be like Cameron Diaz and just eat salad,' she said. 'You know what I mean? Isn't that funny?' In addition to these anecdotes, Shannon shed light on the inspiration behind her iconic character, Mary Katherine Gallagher. 'This is not funny at all, but my dad was very badly injured in an automobile accident and he had to learn to walk again,' Shannon revealed. 'The character is based on his limp. That’s me imitating my dad. She’s like, 'I can’t, but then she fools people. She’s got power. She can f*** you all.' Shannon's reflection on her SNL journey comes after a tragic car accident when she was four years old, claiming the lives of her mother, younger sister, and cousin while severely injuring her father. The actress has openly spoken about the deep pain and emotional impact of this event, sharing how she channeled her grief and resilience into her comedic work
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