Joy Behar, co-host of ABC’s The View, opened up about her audition for Saturday Night Live in 1975. Despite having a funny character to showcase, creator Lorne Michaels never laughed during her audition. Behar shared that Michaels explained he didn’t want to laugh and give the impression that she had secured a spot on the cast. Behar admitted that while it was a bit disheartening, she realized she wasn’t ready for the stress of a job like SNL. Ultimately, she didn’t get the job, which turned out to be a relief for her. Following her stand-up comedy beginnings, Behar went on to star in TV shows and films such as Baby Boom and Manhattan Murder Mystery. She later joined The View in 1997 and has been a panelist for most seasons. Behar left the show in 2013 but returned in 2015 with the persuasion of consultant Hilary Estey McLoughlin. Sign up to receive the latest news from The Hollywood Reporter straight to your inbox.
Joy Behar’s Audition for ‘SNL’ in 1975: A Depressing Experience
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