Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Kieran Culkin
Dec 27, 2021
Kieran Culkin, known for his role as the wealthy Roman Roy in Succession, joins Conan O’Brien for a delightful chat. Kieran shares his dream of hosting SNL and the thrill of acting with authenticity. They discuss the quirks of character portrayal and the allure of filming in European cities. The conversation is peppered with nostalgic anecdotes from Kieran's early career and humorous takes on urban life. Together, they explore the charm of New York grit and the modern superhero narrative, all while keeping the banter light and engaging.
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Culkin's Career Goals
- Kieran Culkin had three career goals as a teenager.
- One was to appear on Conan O'Brien's late-night show.
Impactful Scene
- Conan was impressed by Kieran's performance in "Igby Goes Down," particularly the scene where Jeff Goldblum punches him.
- He found the scene impactful due to the unexpected shift in Goldblum's genial character.
SNL Monologue
- Conan praised Kieran's hosting of SNL, particularly his personal and honest monologue.
- He highlighted the difficulty of cracking the SNL monologue and commended Kieran's natural and charming approach.