Interview: ‘Saturday Night Live’ star Ego Nwodim shares favorite moments from the show and career dreams

Ego Nwodim joined NBC’s Saturday Night Live in 2018, making audiences laugh with characters such as “Lisa from Temecula,” becoming one of the long-running show’s fan favorites. Nwodim’s range and on-screen presence are undeniable, as seen with her roles in recent films such as Players and Scrambled. With the upcoming Peacock comedy series Mr. Throwback from David Caspe (where she stars opposite Steph Curry and Adam Pally) on the horizon, she proves her star power is on a meteoric rise.

During a delightful chat with Awards Buzz, Sari Cohen and Ego Nwodim discussed some of the comedian’s most hilarious moments from her time on the iconic sketch comedy show SNL. Her infectious laughter and witty humor have been a constant source of joy for the show’s fans, and she reflected on how the show has evolved since her journey began.

Curious to know more about Ego Nwodim and her dream role? Check out the interview!