Tracy Morgan and Marcello Hernández Discuss SNL, Comedy, and Mentorship in Variety Interview
Tracy Morgan and Marcello Hernández, two comedians with SNL experience, sat down for an in-depth conversation covering their careers, influences, and the comedy industry. Morgan, a veteran of SNL and "30 Rock," is returning to television with the NBC sitcom "The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins," while Hernández recently completed his fourth season on SNL and released a Netflix stand-up special. The interview highlights the mentorship between the two performers and their shared experiences in comedy.
In a wide-ranging interview for Variety and CNN's "Actors on Actors" series, Tracy Morgan and Marcello Hernández discussed their careers in comedy and their experiences on Saturday Night Live. Morgan, 57, who nearly died in a car crash 12 years ago, is now starring in the Tina Fey-produced NBC sitcom "The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins," while Hernández, 28, recently wrapped his fourth SNL season and released his debut stand-up special "American Boy" on Netflix. The two swapped stories about their time at Studio 8H, with Morgan sharing advice about the entertainment industry and life lessons. The conversation touched on their influences, including Eddie Murphy's impact on both performers, and Morgan's earlier work on "Def Jam" and "Martin." Throughout the interview, the comedians discussed their paths to SNL, the importance of staying true to oneself, and the challenges and rewards of a career in comedy.
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