Good Hang with Amy Poehler Reneé Rapp
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May 27, 2025 
Reneé Rapp, a talented singer and actress famous for her role in *Mean Girls* on Broadway, shares her journey into music as her new single *Leave Me Alone* drops. She chats about her memorable encounter with Beyoncé at an Oscars party and her experience coming out as a lesbian on *SNL*. The conversation also dives into the humorous side of audition mishaps, the dynamics of creating a dream girl band, and the joys and challenges of embracing identity in the music industry.
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The Alto’s Essential Role
- Altos are crucial for musical harmony despite singing less glamorous lines.
- Removing altos would cause the choir’s sound to fall apart, showing their foundational role.
Reneé Meets Beyoncé
- Reneé Rapp met Beyoncé at an Oscars after party with encouragement from a friend.
- She was very anxious and couldn't speak much but cherishes the moment as a dream come true.
Coming Out on SNL
- Reneé came out as a lesbian on SNL, changing her public identity from bisexual.
- She felt empowered and supported despite anticipating mixed reactions.