The Journey to Becoming Sarah Palin: A Behind-the-Scenes Account

🎭Tina Fey's portrayal of Sarah Palin on Saturday Night Live was one of her most significant accomplishments.

🕺Tina Fey joined Saturday Night Live as a writer, but her talent for comedy led her to also pitch jokes and act.

🦃Tina Fey's sketches as Sarah Palin became some of the most memorable moments in Saturday Night Live history.

🤔Tina Fey's resemblance to Sarah Palin caught the attention of Lorne Michaels, the creator of Saturday Night Live.

🌆Tina Fey's return to Saturday Night Live as Sarah Palin was influenced by a chance encounter with Robert De Niro.

How did Tina Fey end up impersonating Sarah Palin?

—Tina Fey's resemblance to Sarah Palin and her comedic talent caught the attention of Lorne Michaels, leading to her iconic impersonation on Saturday Night Live.

Did Tina Fey enjoy impersonating Sarah Palin?

—Although unsure at first, Tina Fey found the experience of portraying Sarah Palin on Saturday Night Live to be a memorable and rewarding one.

How did Lorne Michaels approach Tina Fey about impersonating Sarah Palin?

—Lorne Michaels indirectly hinted at Tina Fey's resemblance to Sarah Palin through conversations with staff members, prompting her return to Saturday Night Live.

How did Tina Fey prepare for her impersonation of Sarah Palin?

—Tina Fey drew inspiration from Paula, a friend with a Minnesota accent, and combined it with her own comedic talent to create her unique portrayal of Sarah Palin.

What impact did Tina Fey's portrayal of Sarah Palin have on Saturday Night Live?

—Tina Fey's sketches as Sarah Palin became some of the most memorable and widely talked about moments in the history of Saturday Night Live.

00:00Tina Fey reflects on her experience of portraying Sarah Palin on Saturday Night Live.

00:09Tina Fey shares that her sketches as Sarah Palin were among the biggest highlights of her time on Saturday Night Live.

00:20Tina Fey discusses how her resemblance to Sarah Palin caught the attention of Lorne Michaels.

00:27Tina Fey recalls a chance encounter with Robert De Niro that influenced her decision to return to Saturday Night Live as Sarah Palin.

01:31Tina Fey talks about the process of preparing for her impersonation of Sarah Palin.

01:41Tina Fey reveals that her portrayal of Sarah Palin was inspired by a friend with a Minnesota accent.

02:08Tina Fey discusses the impact that her sketches as Sarah Palin had on the viewers and the show itself.

02:47Tina Fey expresses her appreciation for the opportunity to portray Sarah Palin.