Summary
You know Jim Gaffigan, the hilarious comedian who’s as relatable as your high school bestie who still cracks you up at reunions? Well, he’s about to kick-start Hulu’s foray into stand-up comedy with his 11th special, “The Skinny” – it’s like the first rocket launching into a new universe for Hulu. Amid our chat about everything from politics to his recent weight loss, he shared his thoughts on the evolving stand-up comedy scene and how it’s become more democratic, much like how social media has given everyone a voice.
Key Points
• Jim Gaffigan is set to kick off Hulu’s new initiative into stand-up comedy with monthly specials starting Nov. 22.
• The comedian, who has previously worked with Amazon Prime Video and Netflix, will serve as the streamer’s test subject for this new venture.
• Gaffigan recently played VP nominee Tim Walz on Saturday Night Live and hosted the Al Smith charity dinner with President-elect Donald Trump present.
• Despite his recent political roles, Gaffigan insists that his audience doesn’t want his comedy to be political.
• He landed the part of Tim Walz on SNL after Steve Martin turned it down and his representatives pitched him as a good fit for the role.
Background
• Jim Gaffigan is a Grammy-nominated comedian, actor, and CBS News Sunday Morning commentator known for his stand-up comedy.
• He has previously released his special Comedy Monster on Netflix and has been involved in Amazon Prime Video in 2019.
• Gaffigan’s career took a significant turn when he was endorsed by David Letterman on his show.
Future Implications
• Gaffigan’s participation in Hulu’s new venture could potentially reshape the stand-up comedy scene on streaming platforms.
• His role in political satire on Saturday Night Live and his insistence on keeping his comedy apolitical may impact the way comedians navigate the intersection of comedy and politics.
