Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang “Oh, Look! Spider-Man!” (w/ Kristen Wiig)
Jan 21, 2026
Kristen Wiig, the talented actor and comedian known for her hilarious tenure on Saturday Night Live, joins to share unforgettable SNL memories and her emotional farewell. She dives into her journey from early jobs at Universal Studios to landing comedic roles in film. Kristen reflects on the joy of collaborating with SNL ensembles and how influential shows like Annie inspired her love of performance. The conversation is peppered with fun anecdotes about dog grooming, kids' TV, and the thrill of crafting memorable characters.
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SNL Dressing Room Keepsake
- Kristen Wiig brought her original SNL wig mold and a note from Emmy-winning hair leader Jody Mancuso when she cleared out her dressing room.
- She keeps it as a keepsake and a new hat stand in her apartment to remember her SNL days.
A Kismet Goodbye At SNL
- Kristen Wiig described sneaking into SNL to clear out her stuff and running into the episode guest in a faux fur motorcade.
- The moment felt kismet and symbolized a meaningful full-circle end to that chapter.
From Universal Server To Park Performer
- Kristen Wiig worked at Universal Studios doing improv and as a restaurant server before her TV break.
- She later moved to the lower lot as a live mic newscaster to corral crowds for the X‑Men/Spider‑Man stunt show.
