SNL's Lorne Michaels' Secret to Comedy!

Canadian Lorne Michaels discusses the complexities of comedy and the importance of pushing boundaries. He emphasizes that limiting oneself by saying certain topics can't be funny undermines a comedian's effectiveness. Acknowledging that offence is inevitable in comedy, he stresses the need for courage in expressing one's convictions. Michaels believes that the ultimate measure of humour lies in audience reaction, stating, "That's what a live audience tells you."

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[Buford_T_Justice]

He was the Mike Meyers’ inspiration for Dr. Evil.

You can see it!!! Lmao

[robotdowney]

Gabriel definitely studied him very well

[daddyp]

Going Lorne would make fun of old Lorne.

[mcapps]

Saturday night live has not been funny since the 80s.

[vijaynair]

And now SNL is just a boring propaganda arm of the Dems.

[Motorcitynights]

Lorne Michaels' real secret is stealing bits from other comics