Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade SUPERFLY #36 - SNL50 Kicks Off
Oct 4, 2024
Dana Carvey, famous for his comedic impersonations including Biden on SNL, shares backstage stories and the challenges of live performances. Frankie Valli, the legendary singer, discusses his recent onstage experiences. They touch on the energy of SNL, the absurdities of hotel life, and humorous anecdotes about celebrity interactions. With a blend of laughter and reflections on current events, the conversation dives into the pressures of beauty standards on children, all while keeping the tone light and entertaining.
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How Dana Landed His Biden Spot
- Dana Carvey recounts being asked by Lorne Michaels to do Joe Biden and keeping it secret until rehearsals.
- He describes read-throughs, quick makeup, and ad-libbing that made a catchphrase stick during the performance.
Collaboration Keeps Character Authentic
- Dana notes that the writers incorporated his Biden hooks after seeing his previous bits.
- Collaboration between performer and writers helped preserve his comedic voice on SNL.
Bring Ready Hooks When Guesting
- Try to bring established character hooks when joining a new show to speed integration.
- Dana advised sharing refined bits so writers can incorporate them effectively.