Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade RE-RELEASE - Chloe Fineman
Feb 18, 2026
Chloe Fineman, actress and Saturday Night Live star known for her sharp celebrity impressions, joins for a wide-ranging chat. She talks about crafting impressions, Lorne Michaels' audition quirks, and performing impressions for the real people. Conversations also cover live stand-up dynamics, pre-tape and prosthetics work, and how she balances impressions with original characters.
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Bay Area Roots And Early Improv
- Chloe Fineman described her Bay Area roots and early connections to improv and sketch comedy.
- David Spade and Dana Carvey praised her as a versatile sketch performer who excels at impressions and characters.
After‑Dark Shows With Sarah Sherman
- Chloe and Sarah Sherman stage an 'after dark' live show featuring prosthetics and explicit humor.
- Chloe said she inserts orgasmic beats into impressions to heighten the live reaction.
Lorne's Odd Questions And Living Strategy
- Lorne Michael's audition questions are deliberately odd to gauge personality and fit.
- Chloe relayed that producers advise living slightly beyond your means to stay motivated and engaged.