In a recent episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show, comedian Amy Poehler joined host Ellen for a lively and hilarious conversation. Poehler, known for her time on Saturday Night Live and her partnership with Tina Fey, kept the audience entertained with her quick wit and infectious laughter.
During the interview, Poehler discussed her experience taking over the Weekend Update segment on Saturday Night Live from Jimmy Fallon. She admitted to feeling nervous and having stress dreams about swearing or vomiting on live television. Poehler credited her success to the tremendous writers on the show and the support of Fey.
Ellen also praised Poehler for her impressive impressions, including Sharon Stone, Sharon Osborne, Anna Nicole Smith, and Kelly Ripa. Poehler shared anecdotes of her interactions with the real-life celebrities, highlighting their unique characteristics and mannerisms.
The conversation took a hilarious turn when Poehler talked about the challenges of live television, particularly when animals are involved. She recalled an incident with a giant orangutan who hated women and would hiss at the cast members. To her surprise, during a wardrobe change, the orangutan even impersonated a dresser and tried to guide her to the next dressing room.
The conversation wrapped up with Poehler expressing her admiration for her husband’s show, Arrested Development, and sharing the excitement of the cast winning an Emmy. Poehler mentioned how she got a good vibe from Ellen when she announced the award, creating a memorable moment that felt like a Super Bowl victory.
Overall, Amy Poehler‘s appearance on The Ellen Degeneres Show was full of humor and insight into her experiences in the entertainment industry. Her infectious laughter and entertaining anecdotes left the audience wanting more of her comedic talent.
Tune in to The Ellen Degeneres Show to catch more hilarious and entertaining moments with your favorite celebrities.
Originally aired on December 6, 2004
