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Discover Talent Early And Double Down
- Conan argues people who are funny usually realize it young and double down on that talent.
- He credits focusing on comedy because he lacked other distractions like athletic or academic accolades.
Breaking Into SNL As A Writer
- Conan recounts getting hired as an SNL writer after submitting packets with Greg Daniels and earning a tryout.
- He says performing sketches and making the writers laugh helped him secure consistent placement on the show.
How Conan Accidentally Became A Late-Night Host
- Conan describes an unexpected path from SNL writer to late-night host after Lorne Michaels urged him to audition.
- He says his audition was loose, felt right, and NBC reluctantly gave him The Tonight Show slot with little preparation.