️⭐Adam Sandler's sketch, 'The Herlihy Boy,' made it onto Saturday Night Live without going through the usual reading process.
️❤️The sketch featured Chris Farley and became a fan favorite.
️✨Adam reflects on the special connection the audience had with Farley and the electric feeling when he mentioned his name.
How did Adam Sandler's sketch, 'The Herlihy Boy,' make it onto Saturday Night Live?
—Adam Sandler's sketch, 'The Herlihy Boy,' made it onto Saturday Night Live without going through the usual reading process. Lorne Michaels asked Adam if he had anything, and after writing the sketch late on a Wednesday night, Adam performed it on the show.
Who did the sketch feature?
—The sketch featured Chris Farley, who was a beloved member of the Saturday Night Live cast.
Why did the audience have a special connection with Farley?
—The audience had a special connection with Chris Farley because he was a talented and beloved comedian. Anytime Adam Sandler mentioned Farley's name, the audience would cheer.
What was the reaction to the sketch?
—The sketch, 'The Herlihy Boy,' became a fan favorite and received an enthusiastic response from the audience.
Where can I watch the sketch?
—You can find 'The Herlihy Boy' sketch on YouTube.
00:00Adam Sandler shares the story of how 'The Herlihy Boy' made it onto Saturday Night Live without going through the usual reading process.
00:17Adam mentions the sketch 'The Herlihy Boy' featuring Chris Farley.
00:48Adam talks about the special connection the audience had with Farley and the electric feeling when he mentioned his name.
01:22Adam discusses writing 'The Herlihy Boy' sketch late on a Wednesday night.
01:57The conversation shifts to 'Gap Girls' sketches, which were written by David Spade.
02:11Adam, David Spade, and Chris Farley didn't look as good as David Spade in the outfits for 'Gap Girls.'
02:30Adam talks about the song in his special that pays tribute to Chris Farley.
02:48Adam recalls the electric feeling in the audience when he mentioned Farley's name.
