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My Comedy Saints

My comedy role models and how they inspire me.

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If you know me personally you know that I will literally do anything for a laugh (my high school improv coaches had a theory that I couldn't make it through a scene without dropping to the ground and rolling around). Therefore, it is not surprising to express that I love comedy. It has become my life. I love making comedy, watching comedy, writing comedy, studying comedy: the list does on and on.

But, my love really grows from observing other comedians. I have idolized the comedy community for so long, that I have become borderline obsessed. This article is one, of my many, love letters to the comedians who inspire me every d**m day.

1. Tina Fey

Tina Fey was my first "comedy crush." Though her debut was technically on Saturday Night Live, she first caught my attention in her television series 30 Rock. Tina Fey really helped me realize that women could comedically dominate a scene. I believe she gave women in comedy the empowerment they needed to really break into roles that were previously dominated by men.

2. Louis C.K.

Louis C.K. is truly one of the most talented comedians to date. His humor taught me the importance of comedy as social commentary. C.K's brilliance lies in his unabashed commentary on all subjects, even some that are extremely socially taboo. He taught me that comedy can be extremely insightful and witty.

3. David Sedaris

David Sedaris fostered my love to for comedic authors. His writing is so strange, but so wonderful. He is in one word, an oddball, but one of the most talented comedic writers. Also, his love for culottes really inspires me to get wear whatever the f*ck I want.

4. Chelsea Peretti

No matter how many times I watch it, Chelsea Peretti's standup can always make me laugh so hard until I cry. She has a fresh and innovative take on comedy and makes the most ordinary stories hilarious.

5. John Mulaney

I often don't like male comedians (as evident by this list). But John Mulaney's humor is so relatable that he appeals to both men and women audiences. John Mulaney wrote for the character of Stephan (played by Bill Hader) on Saturday Night Live and he would often change Bill Hader's lines moments before Weekend Update, so he would often be surprised with what he had to say.

6. Amy Poehler

I see Amy Poehler as my comedy mother (hopefully one day she will feel the same). I remember reading in Tina Fey's book Bossypants about how Amy Poehler once yelled at the cast of their traveling improv league because she no longer wanted to play the "pretty" roles. Poehler proved the "shocking" revelation that women can be both pretty and funny (I know crazy).

7. Amy Schumer

As of now, I see myself most directly through Amy Schumer. Though her comedy is not quite classified as "shock" comedy, it will often make you a bit uncomfortable. Schumer states the truth whether you want to hear it or not.

8. Kristen Wig

Kristen Wig is the person who made me want to work on Saturday Night Live. She has one of the largest range of characters I have ever seen and continues to expand.

9. Kate McKinnon

A relatively newcomer on the scene, McKinnon was first hired on Saturday Night Live to be the new Kristen Wig. But, she quickly proved her worth and individuality through the creation of crazy characters.

10. Lucille Ball

The all- mighty. The one who started it all. I was once told that my performance in a musical reminded them of Lucille Ball and I almost cried on the spot. So in case you are wonder, yes, I do love Lucy.

11. My Sister

I know this is so corny, but my sister is truly one of the funniest people I know.


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