Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Molly Shannon
Apr 25, 2022
Molly Shannon, celebrated for her iconic Saturday Night Live characters and author of "Hello, Molly!", joins Conan for a lively chat. She shares wild childhood tales, including her stint as a child stowaway, and the physical antics behind her beloved character, Mary Katherine Gallagher. They explore the balance of humor and grief in life, touching on the complexities of childhood loss and antics in bustling New York City. The conversation is peppered with nostalgic anecdotes, laughter, and reflections on family, art, and resilience.
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Childhood Stowaways
- Molly Shannon's dad dared her and a friend to fly to NYC alone as children.
- They successfully snuck onto a plane, dined and dashed, and stole souvenirs.
Reckless Comedy as Release
- Molly Shannon's reckless comedy style, especially as Mary Katherine Gallagher, stemmed from unexpressed grief and anger.
- The physicality and injuries were a form of release.
SNL Stuntman
- SNL eventually hired a stuntman for Molly Shannon due to her reckless abandon in performing.
- Other stunt performers were then expected to match her intensity, setting a new standard.
