Martin Short Spreads Yuletide Cheer With Opening Monologue Musical Extravaganza Advocating For Prescription-Induced Happiness

Story by Natalie Oganesyan

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Comedy icon Martin Short spreads some much-needed holiday cheer in a hilarious SNL musical monologue, offering prescription-fueled happiness tips to the show's stressed cast.

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Short's opening monologue featured a full-blown musical number, complete with a chorus line and elaborate set design - a far cry from the standard stand-up routine
During his monologue, Short directly addressed the SNL cast, offering them advice on dealing with the high-pressure demands of the live show, suggesting they seek out prescription medication for a quick mood boost

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