‘Molly Shannon saved SNL!’: Will Ferrell gushes over comedian at Hollywood Walk of Fame
Molly Shannon was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, recognizing her decades-long career in TV and film. Will Ferrell, her former SNL co-star, gave a speech praising Shannon and stating that her character Mary Catherine Gallagher saved the show in the 90s. Shannon's career includes notable roles in Saturday Night Live and The White Lotus, showcasing her talent and versatility as a comedian.
- ▪Molly Shannon received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on June 22.
- ▪Will Ferrell credited Molly Shannon's character Mary Catherine Gallagher with saving SNL in the 90s.
- ▪Molly Shannon is a former cast member of Saturday Night Live and appeared in The White Lotus Season 1.
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Recommended Meghan Markle and Prince Harry to bring Archie and Lilibet to the UK for the first time in four years | Royals Recap Next Previous ‘Molly Shannon saved SNL!’: Will Ferrell gushes over comedian at Hollywood Walk of Fame June 23, 2026 | 12:19pm She's a "Superstar"! Molly Shannon was honored on Jun. 22 with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The "Saturday Night Live" comedian — and "The White Lotus" Season 1 alum — reflected on her decades-long career in TV and film. Her former "SNL" co-star, Will Ferrell, also gave a glowing speech, revealing that Shannon's now-ionic character Mary Catherine Gallagher "saved" the struggling sketch comedy show back in the '90s.
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