SNL alum Pete Davidson's revelation about the show's low starting salaries sparks insider insights from veteran cast member Kenan Thompson.
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Pete Davidson recently disclosed that SNL's starting salary is just $1,500 per episode, shocking fans with the low pay for emerging comedians.
Kenan Thompson, who has been on the show for over 20 years, commented that the low salaries are a 'rite of passage' and a way to 'earn your stripes' on the iconic sketch series.
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