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Conan O'Brien Regrets SNL Burn Out: 'I Robbed Myself of Fun'
VarietyStory by Zack Sharf
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Conan O'Brien reflects on his intense SNL stint, regretting he 'robbed himself of fun' during that formative career phase.
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- O'Brien worked as an SNL writer from 1988-1991, but was 'way too intense' during that time, admitting he 'robbed himself of fun'
- The TV host opened up about this career regret in a recent podcast interview with Tom Hanks, providing a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse of his early days in comedy
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Conan O'Brien, Tom Hanks, Saturday Night Live, Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend