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Bowen Yang thinks being present is overrated

Jul 4, 2024
Bowen Yang, SNL's first Chinese American cast member, talks about living in the present, Tina Fey's wisdom, and his vision of a rollercoaster-filled afterlife on the Wild Card podcast.
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  • Bowen Yang initially doubted his chances due to his ethnicity, but eventually landed his dream job on SNL.
  • Reflecting on a pivotal exam moment, Yang realized his heart wasn't in becoming a doctor, leading to a significant career change.

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Bowen Yang's Journey to Saturday Night Live

Bowen Yang, the first Chinese American cast member on SNL, reflects on landing his dream job. Initially doubting his chances due to his ethnicity, he decided to audition on a whim. Upon successfully joining SNL, Yang felt like he had infiltrated the system and cherished the experience, feeling grateful for the opportunity.

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