Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus Julia Gets Wise with Jane Curtin
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Nov 12, 2025 Julia Louis-Dreyfus chats with comedy legend Jane Curtin about her journey from SNL's original cast to navigating grief after losing her husband. They reflect on their close friendships with fellow cast members and the unique camaraderie among women in comedy. Jane shares her childhood influences and balancing motherhood with her career, revealing heartwarming stories about her family. As they discuss aging, loss, and joy in work, Jane offers timeless advice on living without regrets and staying active.
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Choose Where Your Effort Counts
- Jane skipped early-week writing sessions because she was paid as a performer, not a writer.
- She focused on Wednesday read-throughs to prove herself and earn writers' trust.
Cooperation Trumped Competition
- Jane rejected the show's forced competition and favored cooperation with fellow performers.
- She credits cooperative dynamics with proving competition unnecessary at SNL.
Misogyny Versus Inner Confidence
- Jane experienced shocking misogyny at SNL despite expecting an enlightened era.
- Her confidence survived because she committed to her craft without formal training.