Part Three of my favorite SNL cast member celebrity impressions covers numbers 30-21 as we get closer to the cream of the crop. Here we go:
30. Martin Short as Jerry Lewis
The incredibly talented Short was only on SNL for one season, but he certainly made the most of it. His Jerry Lewis is terrific.
29. John Belushi as Elizabeth Taylor
Belushi isn’t really remembered for impressions, even though he did a wicked Liz Taylor, as well as an accurate Joe Cocker.
28. Will Ferrell as Robert Goulet
Ferrell’s makes his debut on the list with his totally bizarre take on Robert Goulet.
27. Dan Aykroyd as President Jimmy Carter
Aykroyd’s Carter marks the first but not the last Presidential impersonation on the list. His Carter was pretty spot-on. The original cast member also did a memorable sketch where he played chef Julia Child. Darrell Hammond would also play Carter in a funny Barry Gibb sketch alongside Fallon and Timberlake.
26. Bill Hader as James Carville
Hader is leaving SNL after eight years and I believe he’s been the best thing about the show for a while. A great impressionist, his Carville is a masterpiece.
25. Dana Carvey as Regis Philbin
“I’m outta control!!!” Carvey’s Regis isn’t much more exaggerated than the actual subject and it’s a trip.
24. Kristin Wiig as Kathie Lee Gifford
Speaking of Regis, how about Kristin Wiig’s boozed up and wonderful take on Kathie Lee Gifford’s “Today” show hosting duties?
23. Billy Crystal as Sammy Davis Jr.
Like Martin Short, Crystal was only on for one season. His Sammy Davis Jr. is fabulous.
22. Chevy Chase as President Gerald Ford
Ford was the sitting POTUS when SNL debuted and original cast member Chase got the assignment. He made no attempt to look like Ford, instead hilariously focusing on the President’s clumsiness. This is the first, but not last example of an SNL portrayal affecting public perception of the leader of the free world.
21. Eddie Murphy as Stevie Wonder
Murphy’s debut on the list is one of many uncanny impressions the superstar can do. His Stevie is unforgettable.
Stay tuned for Part Four and numbers 20-11!
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