As a gamer and huge fan of comedy, I can’t help but admire Andy Samberg’s impressive tenure on Saturday Night Live (SNL). His contribution to the show during his seven-year run was nothing short of remarkable. From creating digital shorts that are still talked about today to delivering iconic sketches, Samberg truly left an indelible mark on SNL. However, like many talented individuals, he reached a breaking point and had to make a difficult decision for his wellbeing.
When it comes to the funniest comedians “Saturday Night Live” has ever produced, Andy Samberg has to be on the list. The multi-hyphenate talent got on “SNL” by doing a Jimmy Fallon impression, and the rest is history, with Samberg emerging as a staple on the program from 2005 to 2012. From ushering in SNL’s era of digital shorts to making some of the most iconic sketches in recent memory, Samberg was an absolute beast during his seven-year run. At the peak of his career, the comedian decided to call it quits — for a very good reason.
I couldn’t take it any longer for myself. It was a combination of physical and emotional exhaustion. My life was unraveling before my eyes, and the pressure from “SNL” was a significant contributing factor. Physically, I was paying a heavy price, and I reached a point where I hadn’t slept for seven long years. The show’s hectic schedule was relentless – it felt like four days a week with no rest for seven years. Eventually, my body gave out on me.
After being a part of SNL for over a hundred episodes and having some notable performances during my time there, it’s no wonder I felt exhausted and decided to move on. However, my connection to SNL remains strong, and I’ve become one of its distinguished modern-day alums.
What has Andy Samberg been up to since SNL?
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As a huge fan of Sam Bergman’s artistic journey, I firmly believe that leaving “SNL” turned out to be one of the most beneficial decisions for his career. After making him a household name, it opened up new opportunities. He continued collaborating with his Berkeley-rooted comedy group, The Lonely Island. Additionally, he took on leading roles in various high-profile projects, the most notable being Jake Peralta in “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” Surprisingly enough, I recall him expressing initial reservations about joining this acclaimed sitcom.
In the critically underappreciated mockumentary “Popstar: Never Stop Stopping” by The Lonely Island, which satirizes modern musical culture and fame, he made an appearance at a later time. In the year 2020, he brought to life the hilarious time loop comedy film “Palm Springs,” considered one of the funniest movies of this current decade.
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2024-07-14 19:31