SNL UK's Ania Magliano on risky comedy, Weekend Update, and Tina Fey's influence
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Summary
Profile of Ania Magliano, the 28-year-old British comedian who has become a breakout star on "Saturday Night Live U.K." as co-host of "Weekend Update." The article highlights her willingness to make risky jokes, including takedowns of Prince Andrew and comparisons of Mark Zuckerberg to Hitler, and discusses her admiration for Tina Fey.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledAndrew's new residence, Marsh Farm, is of course named after the nearby marsh where his body will be found
I think if you're not making people a little uncomfortable, you're probably not doing comedy right
Tina Fey showed me that you can be smart, sharp, and funny all at once — she's the gold standard
"SNL U.K." breakout Ania Magliano on hosting "Weekend Update," making risky jokes about Prince Andrew and Mark Zuckerberg and looking up to Tina Fey.
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