Mike’s World

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Comedy icon Mike Myers reflects on over 35 years of creating iconic characters and hit films, from 'Wayne's World' to 'Austin Powers'.

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Myers revealed that he originally pitched 'Austin Powers' as a serious spy film, but the studio insisted on making it a comedy
The 'Saturday Night Live' alum shared how 'Wayne's World' almost didn't get made, until Lorne Michaels personally advocated for the project

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Mike Myers, Saturday Night Live, Vulture Festival, Austin Powers, Wayne's World