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Lorne Michaels' Surprise Visit Sparks Awkward Comedy Moment

5/21/2025

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Lorne Michaels made a surprise appearance on the set of John Mulaney's Netflix special, Everybody’s Live, leading to an amusingly awkward moment. As he stood on Mulaney's mark, deep in conversation with Tina Fey, crew members hesitated to interrupt, prompting Mulaney to share the hilarious story with his audience.

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Lorne Michaels made a surprise appearance on the set of John Mulaney's Netflix special, Everybody’s Live, leading to an amusingly awkward moment. As he stood on Mulaney's mark, deep in conversation with Tina Fey, crew members hesitated to interrupt, prompting Mulaney to share the hilarious story with his audience.