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Will Ferrell is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer, known for his leading roles in comedy films and television. Ferrell first rose to fame in the mid-1990s as a cast member on the sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live, where he performed from 1995 to 2002. Ferrell returned to host Saturday Night Live on several occasions, including in 2018, when he and Molly Shannon performed a song dedicated to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ahead of their royal wedding.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Date | May 19, 2018 |
| Time | 7:30 a.m. ET/4:30 a.m. |
| Hosts | Will Ferrell and Molly Shannon |
| Characters | Cord Hosenbeck (Ferrell) and Tish Cattigan (Shannon) |
| Type of content | Live coverage of the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle |
| Where to watch | HBO |
| Ferrell's role in SNL | Former cast member (1995-2002) and guest host (2005, 2009, 2012, 2018, 2019) |
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Will Ferrell's time on Saturday Night Live
Will Ferrell is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer, known for his leading roles in comedy films. He received various accolades, including six Primetime Emmy Awards and a British Academy Television Award, in addition to nominations for two Golden Globe Awards and a Tony Award. Ferrell joined the cast of Saturday Night Live in 1995, during a time when the show was experiencing a decline in popularity. He remained on the show for seven years until 2002, and during that time, he also appeared in several movies, including Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997), Superstar (1999), and Zoolander (2001). Ferrell became the highest-paid cast member of Saturday Night Live in 2001, earning a season salary of $350,000.
Ferrell created many memorable characters during his time on SNL, including Dale McGrew, a highly patriotic office worker who wore a half-t-shirt and short shorts, and Beaman, a nightclubber who appeared in sketches that were turned into the feature film A Night at the Roxbury (1998). After leaving SNL in 2002, Ferrell returned to the show multiple times as a guest host, reprising some of his popular characters and sketches. His guest host appearances were on May 14, 2005; May 16, 2009; May 12, 2012; January 27, 2018; and November 23, 2019, for the Thanksgiving-themed show of Season 45, which made him a five-time host.
In addition to his sketch comedy on SNL, Ferrell also showcased his musical talents on the show. During a performance by the musical guests Queens of the Stone Age, he joined them on stage playing the cowbell. Ferrell and his former SNL co-star Molly Shannon also sang a song dedicated to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. They appeared in character as local news anchors Cord Hosenbeck and Tish Cattigan, who they had previously portrayed during their coverage of the Rose Parade.
Ferrell's time on Saturday Night Live helped establish him as a comedic actor, and he has since gone on to star in numerous comedy films, including Elf (2003), Anchorman (2004), and Step Brothers (2008). He has also demonstrated his versatility by taking on dramatic roles in films such as Stranger than Fiction (2006) and Everything Must Go (2010).
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Ferrell's return to SNL as a guest host
Will Ferrell is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer, known for his leading roles in comedy films. He first established himself in the mid-1990s as a cast member on the sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live (SNL), where he performed from 1995 to 2002. He became the highest-paid cast member of SNL in 2001 with a season salary of $350,000.
Ferrell returned to SNL as a guest host several times after leaving the cast in 2002. His first return was on May 14, 2005, and he has since hosted four more times, on May 16, 2009, May 12, 2012, January 27, 2018, and November 23, 2019. On his first two hosting appearances, he reprised his role as Alex Trebek in the "Celebrity Jeopardy" sketches. On his May 14 appearance, he reprised his role as Robert Goulet in a fake commercial advertising a series of ringtones. During his time on SNL, Ferrell appeared in several movies, including Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997), A Night at the Roxbury (1998), and Superstar (1999).
Ferrell is also known for his work on SNL with Molly Shannon, where they played local news anchors Cord Hosenbeck (Ferrell) and Tish Cattigan (Shannon). They reprised these roles to host live coverage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding on HBO in 2018, as well as the Rose Parade in 2019.
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Ferrell's character Dale McGrew
John William Ferrell, born July 16, 1967, is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer. He is known for his comedic roles and has received several accolades, including six Primetime Emmy Awards and a British Academy Television Award. Ferrell joined the cast of Saturday Night Live in 1995 and left in 2002 after a seven-year tenure. He became the highest-paid cast member of Saturday Night Live in 2001, earning a salary of $350,000 per season.
Ferrell's character, Dale McGrew, is a highly patriotic office worker who wears a half t-shirt and short shorts to work. Ferrell improvised the outfit just before the skit aired live, causing genuine laughter from the cast and guest host Seann William Scott. Dale McGrew is considered one of Ferrell's most memorable SNL characters.
Ferrell has returned to Saturday Night Live multiple times as a guest host, reprising roles such as Alex Trebek in the "Celebrity Jeopardy" sketches and Robert Goulet in fake commercial sketches. He has also made appearances on other shows, such as Family Guy and 30 Rock, and has starred in numerous comedy films, including Elf, Anchorman, and Step Brothers.
In the 2008 film Step Brothers, Ferrell's character meets his stepbrother, Dale, after his mother remarries. This is a reference to the stereotype that stepbrothers named Dale are often portrayed as foolish characters.
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The Royal Wedding Live with Cord and Tish
On May 19, 2018, Will Ferrell and Molly Shannon hosted HBO's live coverage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding as their satirical broadcast characters, Cord Hosenbeck and Tish Cattigan. The pair had previously portrayed these characters for Amazon's coverage of the Rose Parade in January of the same year. Ferrell and Shannon, both veterans of Saturday Night Live, promoted their upcoming gig by appearing on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, where they sang a song dedicated to the royal couple.
Ferrell is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer, known for his leading roles in comedy films and television production. He first established himself in the mid-1990s as a cast member on SNL, where he performed from 1995 to 2002. During his time on the show, Ferrell appeared in several movies, including "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery" (1997) and "A Night at the Roxbury" (1998). He became the highest-paid cast member of SNL in 2001 with a season salary of $350,000. After leaving the show, Ferrell returned to host SNL five times, most recently in 2019.
Shannon is also a well-known actress and comedian, recognised for her work on SNL and other comedy projects. She and Ferrell have collaborated on various sketches and characters, including their roles as local news anchors, Cord and Tish. Their unique brand of humour, which blends satire and confusion, has gained them a dedicated following.
'The Royal Wedding Live with Cord and Tish' showcased the comedic duo's distinctive style, as they offered a satirical take on the highly-publicised nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The programme aired live, adding an element of spontaneity and unpredictability to the broadcast. With their unique commentary and unpredictable antics, Ferrell and Shannon provided a refreshing and entertaining perspective on the royal wedding, leaving viewers laughing and surprised.
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Ferrell's career and accolades
John William Ferrell, born on July 16, 1967, in Irvine, California, is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer. He is best known for his leading roles in comedy films and his work as a television producer. Ferrell is considered a member of the "Frat Pack", a group of leading Hollywood comic actors who emerged in the late 1990s and 2000s, including Jack Black, Ben Stiller, Steve Carell, and Vince Vaughn, among others.
Ferrell's career in entertainment began when he joined the Los Angeles comedy/improvisation group The Groundlings, where he met fellow cast members Ana Gasteyer and Maya Rudolph and future Saturday Night Live (SNL) repertory players such as Laraine Newman, Jon Lovitz, and Phil Hartman. In 1995, Ferrell was invited to join the cast of SNL, where he quickly became known for his impersonations and outlandish characters. During his seven-year run on the show, he was nominated for an Emmy Award for his performances and played George W. Bush during the 2000 elections.
After leaving SNL in 2002, Ferrell pursued a career in films, starring in a string of comedy hits. Some of his notable movie roles include Elf (2003), Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004), Talladega Nights (2006), Blades of Glory (2007), Step Brothers (2008), The Other Guys (2010), and Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues (2013). He has also taken on dramatic roles in films like Stranger than Fiction (2006), Everything Must Go (2010), and Downhill (2020). In addition to acting, Ferrell has also written and produced many of his films, co-writing several with his comedy partner Adam McKay.
Throughout his career, Ferrell has received numerous accolades and nominations. He has won six Primetime Emmy Awards, including four for his work as a producer on the drama series Succession. He has also received two Golden Globe Award nominations for his comedic performances in The Producers (2005) and Stranger than Fiction (2006). In 2011, Ferrell was honoured with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, and in 2015, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and was named the best comedian by British GQ.
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Frequently asked questions
The name of the broadcast is 'The Royal Wedding Live with Cord and Tish'!
Will Ferrell co-hosted the broadcast with Molly Shannon.
Will Ferrell and Molly Shannon broadcast the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
