Kenan Thompson Says 'SNL' Stars Have To Pay Their "Dues" After Pete Davidson Revealed His Paltry Starting Salary
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SNL vet Kenan Thompson weighs in on the 'dues' young stars like Pete Davidson have to pay, sparking debate about fair compensation in the comedy world.
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- Kenan Thompson, a 20-year veteran of SNL, says new cast members need to 'pay their dues' before earning high salaries, following Pete Davidson's reveal of his paltry $7K/year starting pay
- The discussion has reignited conversations about fair pay and opportunities for up-and-coming comedians, with industry names like Sarah Silverman and Julia Louis-Dreyfus weighing in on the debate
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Kenan Thompson, Pete Davidson, Sarah Silverman, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Saturday Night Live, NBC, Peacock, Saturday Night Live