Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

Chris Rock

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Jan 12, 2022
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Brick-In-A-Backpack Turning Point

  • Chris Rock describes being bullied and carrying a brick in a backpack to confront someone at a party.
  • That violent incident made him fearful of expressing anger afterward, shaping his behavior for years.
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Overloaded On SNL Debut

  • Rock recalls being overloaded with sketches when he joined SNL and feeling terrified because he hadn't acted much.
  • He describes being pulled in many directions, handling costume changes and pressure to perform in dramatic sketches.
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Bootcamp At SNL And Living Color

  • Rock tells being recruited to SNL after initial appearances and how he and others were ushered into roles quickly.
  • He describes feeling both intimidated and humbled by the rapid training and standards on the show.
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