Full Comedy Actress Roundtable: Maya Rudolph, Kristen Wiig, Quinta Brunson, Michelle Buteau and More

Ego Nwodim ('Saturday Night Live'), Kristen Wiig ('Palm Royale'), Maya Rudolph ('Loot'), Michelle Buteau ('Survival of the Thickest'), Quinta Brunson ('Abbott Elementary') and Renée Elise Goldsberry ('Girls5eva') join THR in Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter. The stars have a raucous and revealing conversation about ignoring industry expectations, the pressure to mine their personal lives and tap-dancing for the patriarchy in this updated roundtable format hosted by Yvonne Orji.
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Full Comedy Actress Roundtable: Maya Rudolph, Kristen Wiig, Quinta Brunson, Michelle Buteau and more
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[@jhughes197]

I deleted this at first. But I don’t care I’ll say it. I’m a black woman and I find JOY seeing so many black women at this table!!! It is re-affirming, inspiring, and obvious that we belong at this table.

[@jimin-ssibangtansmind7230]

that´s the f. point?

[@Sumi2379]

Yessss❤ I’ve seen so many of these round tables interviews but haven’t watched in a while. This interview got me interested again!

[@abigail5670]

I’m a Hispanic woman and feel the same way you do! @jhuges197

[@hydieperez5912]

@@abigail5670same

[@beverleyreid563]

YES. ABSOLUTELY WE BELONG AT THE TABLE.

[@daniescobarm]

this is a masterclass on active listening like there wasn’t a single moment of silence just a chorus of “uh huhs”

[@hairiseverything]

I took it more as a masterclass in "over-active" listening/people pleasing. It's annoying.

[@rayshawnphoenix2135]

@@hairiseverything”people pleasing”? In a dynamic conversation? Wow more and more slow people breed in the world these days 💀

[@ErikBAnderson]

I have to rewind to hear what they're saying many times.

[@kissit012]

Active listening is actually paying attention to understand the speaker and their message, not making noise while someone is speaking. Frequent Uh huhs are a disguise to fake active listening by disingenuous people

[@zavs350]

@@hairiseverything there's always that one person, you're that person.

[@sowhatnow986]

all the SNL ladies having a bob-off

[@purrehype]

Bobs are taking up the whole side of the table 😂😂😂

[@edie8931]

this comment really made me laugh😭

[@Mohmee88]

@@edie8931 SAME LMAO

[@ipsilonia]

that could be a great sketch

[@MsDee409]

@@ipsilonia 👏oooh yes. I could see it. That would be hilarious!!😄

[@jenng7389]

this conversation oiled my scalp and totally hydrated me.

[@carroleemoore8698]

Whew. Perfect description of how I'm currently feeling.

[@sayhijill]

I just did the roundtable "mmmMmm" to this comment hahah

[@elenadevour8423]

I tossed out my anti depressants watching this video it healed me

[@Testtesttest777]

Perfect comment 😂

[@jnwest2029]

😂

[@luabaldet]

this might be the best roundtable cast EVER

[@ShaniceN]

I was literally crying watching this. Like they had me wiping.

[@Hariatasanders]

Amen

[@danaewardrup3922]

Man, the part where Quinta started talking about black artists feeling pressured to commodify their trauma hit me. Never thought about the freedom to create something that is entirely separate from your personal experience like that. Such a great video.

[@V.L.R.]

Somebody needs to SERIOUSLY SHARE THIS with Ryan Coogler. I mean he’s SO commodified “Black Trauma” that he worked that crap (in buckets) into The Black Panther sequel!!!

[@V.L.R.]

SN: ……and Oprah TOO! smh

[@Pkelly730]

@@V.L.R.he hasn’t made so many projects and Creed has none of that. That being said, there is room for black trauma and neutral stories.

[@jinakaye]

@@V.L.R. You mean Chadwick dying? That was paying homage. Did you mean BP 1?! That's straight from the comics! 🤣

[@gabrielmcdonnell8699]

Woody Allen movies. Living proof of a multitude of experiences. Not just one. 🙄

[@Elmerphant]

I need an entire show of just women in comedy doing a brunch talking about whatever. Such a comfort watch and so inspiring. SOMEONE PLEASE MAKE A SHOW OF ALL THE COMEDY WOMEN DRINKING AND TALKING ABOUT WHATEVER!!!! The world needs it

[@ngweso]

The black lady sketch show filled a similar gap for this type of content. But was sadly canceled

[@toriahennesey]

I agree - but no host. Let the panelists bring their own questions or let it just flow. That kind of cross-pollination would be *chef's kiss*

[@JDMimeTHEFIRST]

Comedians in sunglasses getting brunch.

[@ranchograndeojai]

I agree! Just a table camera of their meals together

[@nora_ray]

YES!!!!!

[@reef4678]

Thats exactly why Lacy rose is the ELITE host and interviewer!! She let them talk for a long time without cutting them off to go to the next question!! Shes my favorite for sure

[@kimnikki08]

I agree. She did a great job hosting!

[@V.L.R.]

#FACTS Jimmy Fallon could REALLY take some classes from her!

[@thedivachannel3790]

​​@@V.L.R. Kelly Clarkson BADLY needs that class.

[@mrpreacherman]

Galloway

[@mlmn3080]

She really is an excellent interviewer. To be someone basically just propping up celebrity culture, she at least asks interesting questions about the creative process.

[@edie8931]

the way kristen and maya were on snl together and now look at them almost 20 years later❤️

[@laurag2325]

the way kristen looks at maya 🥹

[@StarLababy12]

They work together on sooo many projects. True friends

[@sharroneblanck109]

Fabulous! I am a 59 year old Black woman, newly widowed. This was just what I needed 🔥

[@camhunts]

Wherever you are in this world I'm sending you love 💖

[@MaxineShaw_84]

💜 to you

[@briauna2003]

Sending you love ❤

[@elisaesquer4462]

I'm so sorry for your loss...Remember what they said of never stop dreaming!! There are so many things to look forward to despite age and circumstances, 59 years old IS young and there is so many amazing stuff waiting to be discovered around the corner...Sending you love

[@cvc1814]

❤❤

[@sxt4447]

Kristen Wiig is that one cool white friend from college who made it into your all Black bridal party 💅🏻

[@a.sam.2976]

Be careful with that. I've seen them turn into Karens real quick.

[@LittlelitooXD]

Yesss I love my girl Kristen 🥰

[@CyanAnn]

and Mark! And we rockin' with Mark

[@irock2403]

@@a.sam.2976 Puhlease Kristen Wiig aint a Karen

[@a.sam.2976]

@@irock2403 Uh, huh... Let a few things not go right, let a few privileges be denied, let there be some uncomfortable moments. Then sit back.......and watch.....

[@doublefeature]

just realized they're all WOC except for Wiig. that's absolutely amazing..

[@sadie513]

I saw someone on Twitter say Wiig was the diversity hire. 😭

[@kwoylee5617]

Incredibly refreshing to see.

[@RecoveringChristian]

refreshing? where the asian? latino? native? its great but come on...

[@ambre4144]

They’re all Black women

[@marshmellocrunch]

and Kristen fit in just right. Didn’t say anything tone deaf or offensive

[@ryanc6547]

The host was so smart to just let them talk!

[@rkms5606]

❤️💯

[@melibize963]

I really think she has been the best host THR has ever had, her roundtables really flow in such a beautiful way❤️

[@TheBlakkSamurai]

Lacey Rose is unquestionably the best of all the roundtable hosts! She even made godawful Stephen Galloway step his game up.

[@CinnamonQuills]

I'm mad that the algorithm took four days to figure out that I'd want to see this!

[@loxsochic]

For sure!! Lol...

[@MsBoonoonoonoos]

6 days for me!!!

[@essiespooks]

10 for me 😢

[@music_madness2770]

2 weeks for me

[@NiyahSan]

10 days for me 😡😡😡

[@sadie513]

I am so happy Netflix is campaigning for Michelle Buteau and Renee Elise Goldsberry! Michelle's comedy specials is one of my faves and Renee is truly the standout on Girls5Eva.

[@JeSuisGayBoy]

Halfway through the second episode I was like “ she’s going to be my new favorite person, I just know it.” and I was correct.

[@blackberrymolasses1502]

I forgot the moderator was there until she would speak 🤣

[@pokelover02]

Which is preferred! I loved hearing the actors keep the conversation flowing

[@PRocka33]

I love Quinta Brunson's point of view. It doesn't always have to be about your "culture". Don't paint yourself into a corner. Don't ever forget that I'm black, but, forget that I'm black.

[@marilynkirkby4820]

Dear Quinta, THIS panel is MY super bowl!!!

[@Hariatasanders]

Saaameee 🥰🥰🥰

[@abouttime5630]

Let's give credit where it's due....the presenter is such a professional and really just knows how to hit the nail in the head with her questions that drives such a unique conversation!!

[@astridmiller8349]

Maya saying "that dinosaur could be blue" so lovingly to Quinta really just tickled my heart.

[@LovelyAnnJo]

Everytime I see Quinta in these spaces I feel like a proud cousin. She has grown into her success so beautifully.💕

[@theogoldberg8919]

She is effortless in her shining YES

[@myra2090]

Yes and it's wonderful to see 🎉🎉

[@giovanny1984]

ABSOLUTELY one of, if not THE BEST roundtable I've ever seen, and I think I've seen them all!

[@monicabrandt6234]

YOU HAD ME AT QUINTA AND MAYA... but in all honesty I love them all... Kristen has made me laugh sooo...sooo many times.. Her range is incredible...

[@raeziinetwork]

The look in Maya's eyes when she said "the colors are made for dogs," 🥹 so wholesome

[@malmal3003]

I loved every minute of this. This is like the Avengers of comedy.

[@rkms5606]

👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@yellowbeanieboy]

Queens Maya and Kristen twinning in pink screams besties for life!

[@atinyasmr]

Kristen saying around 8:10 “why am I doing this, why am I not just at home?” Is SO REAL! I feel so relieved hearing someone I admire so much and consider so brave and bold saying the MOST relatable thing! I worry constantly if something’s wrong with me for constantly being SOOO pulled to staying home, staying shy, not trying new things. To hear her so casually roll off and say the same thing is so comforting.

[@andrespeters6478]

Lisa from Temecula is one of my favorite sketches. seeing that it was a transformative moment makes it that much more special in my eyes.

[@MumNeesh22]

Agree! I love that sketch also, lol.

[@thestorywasbetterinmyhead6990]

I never watch these to the end but the girlies had me LOCKED in! It's always a pleasure to see Michelle. I love her. I love all of them! Such supportive and fun energy. Felt like I was there.

[@rejoyce318]

I've been savoring this video all week.

[@eyeDavid]

I need a ego and Quinta skit working at the Apple Store smiling to customers faces but just roasting people after they go in for their appt cuz they are so friendly but can switch

[@brandi8850]

This sounds HILARIOUS 🤣🤣🤣

[@oksana175111]

It’s incredible to see a roundtable that is 90% black women. It’s a different energy than the comedy rountables before. More of this please ❤

[@PhanzeLaMuse]

as a musician and comedy actor, hearing Renée talk about how the world views performers by their achievements rather than what we've overcome genuinely made me burst into tears. this is something that ive been battling for so many many years and this is the first time ive felt like I was in a conversation where this was brought to the table. all these woman are absolutely amazing and im grateful to be able to look up to you all

[@celivn2977]

This is one of the best roundtables I’ve ever seen. What a group of powerhouses! Can’t wait to see what they’ll all do next 🫡😬🫠🙃🤷🏼‍♀️🤣

[@soymajia]

Kristen Wiig's final monologue in PALM ROYALE was a MASTER CLASS in acting. The journey she takes and brings us on is AMAZING! I feel blessed that I hd the opportunity to meet her and tell her so. Maya Rudolph in LOOT is seamless and so funny. Michelle Buteau makes me laugh so hard that it brightens my day. Ego Nwodim can do practically anything and I look forward to her post SNL life! Quinta Brunson is a Force of Nature and the incredibly talented Renee Elise Goldsberry will premiere her documentary at Tribeca FF and I will attend! This was wa wonderful Round Table.

[@Jamal3.87]

I just started watching and I’m already loving this roundtable. What a panel! Lovely to see Renee Elise Goldsberry here. I remember her back on One Life to Live.

[@JennHayden]

Yes!

[@sadie513]

One of the most enjoyable roundtables for sure. I remember Renee from Ally McBeal.

[@Skeezer66]

Every time she mentioned being on a soap opera, in my head I'm yelling "One Life To Live"!! That's where I discovered her, and have enjoyed her work ever since.

[@Gatorbelts502]

@@Skeezer66 Me too, loved her on OLTL. My first exposure to her and was highly impressed.

[@essiespooks]

Evangeline ❤

[@nimflower]

Kristen and Maya, hold such a dear place in my heart

[@j.jenkins1885]

The diversity on that table in the obvious way, but also in the lived experiences is so lovely to watch and listen to.

[@Elizabeth-vc5tz]

my fav roundtable ever, all of these women were so passionate and kind and generous with their conversations. love love love

[@mickeyimmanuel]

This roundtable conversation was transformative.

[@kl.8992]

The power of SNL is real at this roundtable ❤️

[@craw2072]

It is ~such~ a privilege to get to hear funny women, especially Black funny women, get to connect and share advice with each other. This is so entertaining but also instructive 💜

[@kmoses8191]

I absolutely love how encouraging and together these women were with each other. It felt like a conversation between real friends... Very encouraging. ❤

[@brynnallen86]

This is probably my favorite round table ever. Renee’s words were so beautiful and relevant she really is such an incredible person

[@nonid5627]

THR: probably one of the most insightful round tables you have ever done. Most of the credit goes to the actresses however ❤

[@zairajimenez1047]

Wow! The authenticity, the support, the love and respect this group has for each other! Loved it! My favorite round table ever. I needed 5 more hrs of this 😂

[@joefernandez8008]

Ego has become such a pillar of being reliably and effortlessly funny on SNL and I think REG’s comedic timing is phenomenal.

[@graciousdel]

This is a powerhouse roundtable. All these women are amazingly talented and grounded❤

[@fabioazevedo9457]

✨What I love the most about those roundtable talks is that being an artist is part of the talk ( for sure ). However what interests me most are the conversations about being a human and living a life. Which means having doubts, fears, anxieties and also seeking for love and connection and joy (in that case) through art. ✨

[@EliJGonzalez]

The collective 'mmhmm' at 41:29 was everything lol

[@KyeyuneBatuma]

" 😂 get me Pregeenant" pweez" lol Ego 😂😂😂😂

[@SLOKEANDASMILE]

Am I THE ONLY GUY who watched, learned from, and ENJOYED this entire conversation?

[@HalKidder]

same here, fantastic

[@krkumar11]

Sometimes the algorithm nails it. This was an absolute delight to watch!

[@agaddy1231]

“We have to do a better job of telling who we are”

[@chadbailey7038]

I love these women. Nothing more enthralling than a woman who has an amazing sense of humor!

[@bryansparkman4833]

ALRIGHT YVONNE!!!! THIS WAS SO INCREDIBLY INSPIRATIONAL!!!!! THANK YOU QUINTA, RENEÉ, MICHELLE, KRISTEN, MAYA, and EGO for your contributions to the ARTS! THANK YOU HOLLYWOOD REPORTER.....I plan to be seated at one of your ROUNDTABLES soon. 🙏

[@SaintJay1989]

"You should be a writer" "I’ll try that" 😂😂 come on, it’s just magic between Maya and Kristen.

[@Jaznellow]

I smiled and laughed and teared up through all 55 minutes! Whoever booked this, thank you!

[@23blueskies]

Doesn't this hilarious respectful vulnerable powerful camaraderie feel like the home you always knew existed??!! A true sharing of souls and the best moderation I've seen on here. Thank you for inspiring

[@ks350]

That was hands down the BEST roundtable I have watched in a longtime, which is saying a lot because they are often amazing! This was so refreshing for the soul and come thru representation-YES!!!!!!!!

[@rodneybean2455]

Wow this was powerful... and did you hear all that truth coming out at you... Amazing! This episode is an example of why I love these Hollywood Reporter Roundtables. And the host is smart enough to know not to get in the way and just let these women talk. Wow... just WOW!

[@ebbyc1817]

I want all of these women to make a movie together! was my first thought when I opened the video. So excited to watch/listen.

[@ZanaRahman]

Maya Rudolph needs a show or podcast I just wanna listen to her and her stories all day

[@amandauribe9912]

Kristen and Maya just being themselves at the end- “you should be a writer” lmao love it

[@NaiNicole]

Im crying because of this roundtable and WHY IS NO ONE TALKING ABOUT THAT MOMMENT BETWEEN QUINTA AND KRISTEN @52:27 IT WAS SO BEAUTIFUL!!!!

[@suzihunter4074]

This has to be one the best round tables ever! 🤗

[@andrewjaney]

One of the best roundtables ever! Bravo!!!

[@thereignofhoe]

My favorite roundtable ever.

[@JulieZhan]

I'm sobbing my eyes out watching this on the toilet--on my laptop no less--and so deeply inspired by the honesty, humanity, and kindness of these great women

[@patriciabeach9534]

This may be my favorite talk all the girls just flowed so well with each other I didn't even want it to end 💗

[@PokhrajRoy.]

This is such a fun panel ❤

[@Mariii_Amen]

This!!! We need more of this!! The genuine authenticity of each story and experience seated at that table is *chefs kiss*

[@ericascharf8711]

UGHHHH this is an amazing group of women and even better together. I adore them all. They all feel incredibly authentic, smart, and relatable which is a rare trifecta in Hollywood.

[@alymarie990]

They are all STUNNING

[@ashaatkins24]

This fed my soul more than I can say

[@MoanaLeilua-g9n]

Enjoyed this roundtable sooooo much

[@zavs350]

MIGHT be my most favorite roundtable, yet. Truly inspiring, teared up quite a few times.

[@tantanjafin]

Group was great. Look forward to those projects especially Maya on Broadway

[@larenrouse]

I don't know why this showed up on my feed but, I most enjoyed this!!! I loved the camaraderie and respect they had for each other's careers!!!

[@JuliusBKelly]

The fact that I'm watching this while in the restroom, Hilarious😂😂😂

[@camhunts]

Love to see diversity on these roundtables keep it up

[@JosChaMab]

I would say diversity would mean more than just black and white, lol. I see no Asian, Hispanic, Native American, Pacific Islander.

[@carloscorrales2681]

Thoroughly entertaining the entire episode! The topics easily sparking insightful memories of these POWERHOUSES of women in comedy and entertainment is truly unmatched! Thank yall for giving these wonderful ladies a platform to showcase their humanity and personal accomplishments 🙌🏻💕

[@sandrakenly4690]

This is one of the BEST Roundtables I've seen in a minute. And I've seen ALOT. Applause!!

[@deborahrose7047]

I am here gardening listening to this show and not wanting it to end....its going to be on replay each time I am gardening, each time i want the compansionship of beautiful, insightful women who are talking off script....because gosh....yeah....and yep....simply a nourishing, nuturing conversation amongst peers that I needed to hear today....thank you each and everyone of you....truly

[@Amy-kr4tc]

I can’t stop commenting… this is one of the best things I’ve ever seen. Women are so so strong. It hurts and is joyful at the same Time.

[@MsNunu101]

They’re so encouraging of EACH Other!!! This was so Great to watch.

[@MF-qs5oe]

Such a great group! And the interviewer did a great job of letting the conversation flow! The best part is seeing them interact and act each other questions.

[@dakotac180]

I have never clicked sooo fast. These ladies are ALL QUEENS one of the best tables. So hilarious, love all of them especially Michelle, Maya, Quinta and Kristen. And Lacey is the host yeeeees!

[@Instaraxx]

I love how no one interrupted or talked over each other. 🎉

[@latoyasimpson8990]

Wiigs performance at the Grammys was absolutely amazing!!!!!

[@marisolania2696]

I recently saw Kristen Wiig in Palm Royale and her performance was AMAZING!! I don’t think I realized how much range she had, how talented she is as a writer or how beautiful she is until this role. But I’ve seen all of these ladies and this is truly the best round table because they are some of the most dynamic, memorable and multi-talented artists today.

[@hisillyrabbit]

ugh. im so inspired. what a lovely conversation

[@frecklesandwine]

Possibly one of the best, funniest, most relatable and diverse roundtables THR has ever had. I'm annoyed I didn't find this sooner! Was smiling and nodding the whole way through. These women are genuinely so intelligent, mature, and insightful, it's inspirational to see them represented in media. (When let's be honest, other than Jodie Foster, the drama roundtable this year was kinda depressing and lackluster and felt a bit tense and forced... or at least in my opinion.. Whereas this was so comfortable and genuine, and you can tell they all actually get along and would probably go for a drink together after filming if they wanted to.)

[@musc0vad0]

I’ve never been more excited about a roundtable wow wow wow wow

[@joyabx6447]

I'm literally watching this on the toilet. 😂😂😂 Great round table love these ladies HAD TO WATCH ❤

[@127kawaii]

This conversation was so nourishing❤

[@anur1901]

This interview felt like a warm hug to my soul 🫶

[@DeonnaNichole888]

This conversation from these women is invaluable. I kept getting upset that it was going to be over and then became grateful over and over realizing ‘oh there’s still more 😮‍💨’ 🙏🏽✨💚✨

[@kinetikfox16]

This is the most joyful i have ever been watching a roundtable. I almost cried of happiness 10 times! Thank you for these women!!!

[@avig5466]

Whew!! This was a POWERFUL convo. The stories of chasing your personal and professional dreams. Such an inspirational and delightful post.

[@advocacynaccountablity]

This is one of the best, most organic and open roundtables ever. Legends.