Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade Teri Hatcher (IN STUDIO) Is “Real and Spectacular”
Jan 8, 2026
Teri Hatcher, renowned for her roles in Lois & Clark and Desperate Housewives, opens up about her career journey, from a surprising Love Boat audition to comedy aspirations. She shares hilarious dating stories, insights from her stint hosting SNL, and the unique dynamics of her Desperate Housewives rewatch podcast. With candid humor, Teri reflects on her early days in LA, unexpected career turns, and the importance of community in creative work, all while emphasizing her 'real and spectacular' self.
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Love Boat Launch Moment
- Teri Hatcher won a nationwide Love Boat “Mermaids” cattle-call after tagging along with a friend who originally wanted to attend.
- That win led to per diem, hotel stays, and her first agent from exposure on the show.
Mermaid Role To Agent Break
- After winning the Mermaids casting, Teri became one of eight mermaids doing weekly casino and Lido deck duties on The Love Boat.
- A comedic bit in a Thanksgiving episode gave her a named character and sparked an agent's interest.
North Hollywood Comedy Circle
- Teri lived in a North Hollywood walk-up near aspiring comedians and remembers pranks and jokes from future stars like Dennis Miller.
- She recalled a bizarre comedic moment about making a ceramic imprint of her butt and being told she had an “average vagina.”