Hi everyone, welcome to my blog where I share my thoughts on comedy, movies, and pop culture. Today I want to talk about one of my favorite comedy duos of all time: Chris Farley and Adam Sandler on SNL.
Chris Farley and Adam Sandler were both cast members on Saturday Night Live from 1991 to 1995, and they created some of the most hilarious and memorable sketches in the show’s history. They had great chemistry and timing, and they could make each other laugh like no one else. They also had a lot of heart and sincerity, which made their characters more relatable and endearing.
Some of their best sketches include:
- The Gap Girls: Chris and Adam played two sassy and sarcastic saleswomen at a clothing store, along with David Spade. They would gossip, complain, and insult their customers, while stuffing their faces with french fries. Their catchphrase was “Lay off me, I’m starving!”
- Matt Foley: Chris played a motivational speaker who lived in a van down by the river. He would try to scare kids straight with his loud and aggressive style, but he would end up breaking furniture, falling down, and making a fool of himself. Adam played one of the kids who had to endure his lectures.
- Lunch Lady Land: Adam played a guitar-playing cafeteria worker who sang a song about the lunch lady (played by Chris) and her love affair with a sloppy joe (also played by Chris). The song was catchy, funny, and surprisingly touching.
- Zagat’s: Chris and Adam played a married couple who were obsessed with reading restaurant reviews from the Zagat’s guide. They would argue over where to eat, while quoting the guide verbatim. They would also annoy their waiter (played by Chris Rock) with their indecisiveness and demands.
These are just some of the examples of how Chris Farley and Adam Sandler made SNL a must-watch show in the early ’90s. They were both fired from the show in 1995, which was a huge loss for SNL and comedy fans. They went on to star in several movies together, such as Tommy Boy, Billy Madison, and Happy Gilmore.
Sadly, Chris Farley passed away in 1997 from an accidental overdose of cocaine and morphine. He was only 33 years old. His death was a tragedy for his family, friends, and fans. He was one of the most talented and beloved comedians of his generation.
Adam Sandler paid tribute to his friend and co-star in 2019, when he hosted SNL for the first time. He sang a song about Chris Farley, which was heartfelt, emotional, and hilarious. He reminded us of how much we miss Chris Farley and how much he made us laugh.
Chris Farley and Adam Sandler on SNL were a comedy dream team. They made us laugh until we cried, and they touched our souls with their humor and humanity. They are legends in the history of SNL and comedy. I hope you enjoyed this blog post about them. Thanks for reading!
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