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Lorne Michaels Finally Tells Marc Maron Why He Didn’t Get ‘SNL’

Closure

For 20 years, the comedian and podcast host has agonized over his failed attempt to become ‘Weekend Update’ anchor. This week, he finally got the answers.

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