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Tina Fey Reflects on Jon Hamm's Impactful Collaborations

4/8/2025

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Tina Fey reminisced about her first encounters with Jon Hamm during a candid chat with Interview Magazine. Before casting him in 30 Rock, she consulted Lorne Michaels, recalling Hamm's unforgettable portrayal of Dr. Drew Baird. Their bond deepened despite a broken promise, resulting in fruitful collaborations on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and Mean Girls.

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Tina Fey reminisced about her first encounters with Jon Hamm during a candid chat with Interview Magazine. Before casting him in 30 Rock, she consulted Lorne Michaels, recalling Hamm's unforgettable portrayal of Dr. Drew Baird. Their bond deepened despite a broken promise, resulting in fruitful collaborations on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and Mean Girls.