Ella Hunt On Becoming Gilda Radner In ‘Saturday Night’: “I Had Prepared For People Being Critical Because She’s So Beloved, But They’ve Been So Nice”

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British actress Ella Hunt takes on the iconic role of Gilda Radner in Jason Reitman's 'Saturday Night,' navigating the challenges of honoring a beloved comedy legend for a new generation.

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Hunt had to work through character development without a long-standing cultural connection to Radner, but aimed to honor the 'SNL' icon in a way that resonates with longtime fans.
Despite concerns about backlash for portraying such a beloved figure, Hunt says the response has been overwhelmingly positive, with people being 'so nice' about her take on the role.

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