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Kenan Thompson: From Nickelodeon to SNL Legend

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34
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October 29, 2025
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Comedy, Fatherhood

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Kenan Thompson has been making audiences laugh for nearly three decades — from All That and Kenan & Kel to his record-breaking run on Saturday Night Live. In this episode, Kenan opens up about what keeps him inspired after so many years in comedy, how fatherhood changed his perspective, and why humility has always been his superpower. He shares stories from his early days at Nickelodeon, how he’s navigated fame while staying grounded, and the joy he still finds in creating characters that connect with people. It’s a conversation full of laughter, heart, and wisdom from one of comedy’s most enduring voices.

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