SNL's Ashley Padilla on Insecurity, Staying Off Social Media, and Her Breakout Role
By
Michael Schneider
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Summary
Ashley Padilla, newly added as a featured player on "Saturday Night Live" in September 2024, opens up about her insecurities around landing the job, her fear of public rejection, and her decision to stay off social media. She also reflects on her past collaboration with Diane Keaton on the book "Fashion First" and her journey to becoming a breakout star on the iconic sketch comedy show.
Key quotes
· 2 pulledI was terrified. I was scared people would go, 'Ew, her! Why that face? Why that person?'
So I bought my book at Barnes & Noble, and we sat and waited. It makes me sick think
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