Jennifer Coolidge on Filming The White Lotus & Waitressing with Sandra Bullock in the 80s

Jennifer on working with Sandra Bullock at a restaurant called Canastel’s in the 80s, making up crazy excuses to get out of her shifts, Mike White writing the part for her in HBO Max’s “The White Lotus,” improvising some of her amazing eulogy with her mother’s ashes, and doing a Super Bowl commercial for Uber Eats.
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[@mannysanjose]

Jennifer Coolidge getting an Emmy for a character inspired by Jennifer Coolidge is so great for Jennifer Coolidge

[@Junksaint]

She's an American treasure

[@justagirlsd3000]

😂😂

[@theogoldberg8919]

Hihihi pleonastic

[@likehell5803]

Jennifer Coolidge is the most Jennifer Coolidge.

[@enthusedtosing9655]

That's cause Jennifer Coolidge is great

[@arabia1980]

I’m so happy Jennifer is finally getting the recognition for her work. She is truely a genius

[@Clintsessentials]

Agree.

[@stevielagan1948]

She really is. Just an absolutely incredible comedian.

[@ect2541]

I was about to write this! Soo happy for her!

[@paulnolan4971]

She kills me. She is our generations' Madeline Khan

[@stevielagan1948]

@@paulnolan4971 YES, Paul... YES. THIS!!!!

[@stevekombolis3197]

She's one of those actresses that may not be a household name but when you look at her body of work you realize how good she is

[@w1tchmom]

They may not know her name (I do..love her) but as soon as they see her face they go OH YEAH!

[@Loveinthe808]

The bend and snap!

[@qwertyboo]

not a household name but iconic

[@janekafieh8333]

Best in show 😂😂

[@smsmsm33434]

I love Jennifer. The fact that over the years she’s been in so many movies and her characters always stand out and have memorable moments and lines really proves how iconic and good she is at her job. So happy to see her getting the recognition she deserves.

[@dansan]

The truth in this comment ❤️

[@MrKarmapolice97]

She is an icon! I’m so glad she is finally getting her dues.

[@patriciat5323]

I'm crazy about her!

[@ginamarie8682]

She was the best actor in The secret life of an American teenager. 😊

[@michellea1092]

She’s an icon, a legend & she is •the• moment. Jennifer Coolidge slayed both seasons 1 & 2 of White Lotus. She deserves all the awards. 🏆🐐

[@woonawoona]

someone has watched one too many RPDR episodes 🏳‍🌈🤣

[@JoaoPedro-lb6mr]

i need her on season 3. make her come back to life miraculously. i don't care!!!

[@memento81]

@@JoaoPedro-lb6mr Hell NO! White Lotus is not that kind of show that ressurrects characters, nor should it ever be. Tanya was a great character but she is dead now and this is an ensemble show anyway, not the Tanya show. Just wait until Ryan Murphy casts her in something if you are so thirsty for more Coolidge. But The White Lotus is a great satire/drama show that needs to move past her now

[@JoaoPedro-lb6mr]

@@memento81 i get it, but nah, hate Ryan Murphy. i want to see her in an actually well written and directed work, not something humiliating.

[@pinheadlarry4829]

You could not have sounded more like a basic white girl with this comment

[@senguptasayn]

I am absolutely thrilled to see Jennifer getting her long awaited,much deserved attention in the media. Thrilled!!!

[@MothGirl007]

She's awesome.

[@scottisitoro3953]

I find her very attractive. She's my age, I'm 6'4", fit, educated and, Jennifer, if you read this and are in the Chicagoland area, let's have a bite or a drink.

[@paultwiss199]

She played Tanya in The White Lotus so well. That really confused and vulnerable vibe was just perfect for that show.

[@oduart9695]

I love her voice , especially her character as Sophie on 2 broke Girls ! Hilarious 😂

[@darrenromano617]

Sophie Kachinski was such a perfect role for her.

[@kristenlee5872]

Best part of the show!

[@liberty2308]

She was so good in it lol

[@ithikithik]

"Hey everybody"

[@gusxgasca725]

She made the shown

[@liliamcc1]

She definitely rocked her role on White Lotus. I've always loved her "bend and snap" but this brought her acting to a new level.

[@sonal7426]

Wish the interviewer hadn’t compared her to “even the top actors and actresses “ she is already a legend and a top actress …

[@sonal7426]

@@simbalantana4572 truth

[@calisongbird]

That’s what too much weed will do to someone’s brain…

[@vanillaastarr8955]

Jimmy Kimmel sucks at his job, so it was expected😬😂

[@aliciavance3820]

Thought the same thing! But that's what he does.

[@chuxable974]

It was so rude I'm glad someone mentioned it

[@theexislander]

She pulls off being dramatic and really funny, I love watching her.

[@salmahosny1518]

i absolutely love this woman. she's a brilliant actress.

[@sammyt3514]

Some people are just effortlessly funny and make you LOL without even trying hard; Jennifer is one of those people.

[@tealsquare]

She was amazing in White Lotus. Amazing show...glad she returns for season 2!

[@roblesruben16]

I didn’t even know that but thank god

[@no1nestandsalone387]

For sure!

[@santiagotabora5106]

But how? It will be with new guests on the hotel

[@chrissteffen3718]

She’s back and it’s something 😂

[@no1nestandsalone387]

White lotus was absolutely nuts! I binged it so fast!

[@paige4128]

LOVE JENNIFER in The White Lotus!! I cried when she died cause I want her for all future seasons!!❤❤❤❤ She made that show!!

[@ccmjj9770]

She is BRILLIANT in the Christopher Guest movies, especially Best In Show. 😄 I adore her- so happy she’s won an Emmy.

[@srhbluerain]

Facts 👍

[@memekodd]

I cheer for her. She is a great character actress. I liked her I the sitcom in Two Broke Girls. In any case she has been in other tv appearances that shows her skill at presenting.

[@isaaksimmers7678]

Love this woman. lololol She is so loved for being exactly who she is.

[@boblowney]

this woman is so sweet, talented, and sincere. Christopher Guest was such a genius for having her in his films. and do not forget American Pie. Mrs. Stifler, a classic role.

[@calisongbird]

“Stifler’s Mom” put her on the map!!

[@annakcello3883]

She’s a legend, an icon, and she is the moment!

[@graphchick]

this woman is a legend. so wonderful that she's finally getting her due. if you're reading, we love you, Jennifer!

[@EM2theBee]

She is a smart, beautiful, voluptuous, funny woman! Her improv skills are sharp and always spot on. Her performance in Best In Show was a killer. 😂

[@ssatpath]

I just rewatched the episode on the boat. Jennifer Coolidge's performance in the entire series was so damn good but that one episode on the boat that I just saw (again) was one of those scenes in an episode that is unforgettable! She slays!! excellent actress. I know very little to nothing about acting but that scene is one of those that I felt like "wow, she really knows how to act."

[@shoknod7328]

She could play with Jennifer Lawrence mother and daughter ...aww iconic movie

[@vthevisitor7010]

she deserves the world! protect her at all costs! a queen!

[@calisongbird]

omg, can we pleeeeease get rid of this “protect at all costs” thing already?? It’s so tired and played out.

[@fuckoffhoe675]

She is really a queen. She really did a fantastic job in white lotus. Damn she nailed it

[@genomic_]

One of the best performances ever by both Jennifer Coolidge and Murray Bartlett!!

[@misslovechild22]

She is so normal but so charming. And of course when she puts on a character it's always a great performance. ❤️

[@nartarlyiatremaynne1239]

Jennifer the universe was showing off when you were made. You are beyond fabulous. Australia.

[@dontbefatuousjeffrey2494]

I second this. I mean, I know we're both speaking on behalf of our entire nation.... but we're not wrong!

[@er2206]

Truly she is divine 💓

[@betha.ostrander4127]

Mike White wrote the part of Tanya so well for his friend, but Jennifer played it so well, I FINALLY got what people see in her. Just mesmerized by her talent and that's good writing. She was able to go deep, not just bizarre. Just wow from start to finish.

[@natalie9884]

Like others have stated, it is awesome to finally see her getting the recognition she so well deserved. She is hilarious and always has been. Loved her since I was a kid.

[@faridatunmaria5486]

Me too. I like her. She's awesome

[@stevej.7926]

Her work in Best in Show is just absolute, unadulterated genius.

[@cara.leo_]

Omg her eyepatch story had me rolling 😂

[@JackieOgle]

She truly is hilarious! She'd be a great friend to have and hang with!

[@winstonsmith8236]

her performance was amazing. gripping, beautiful, tragic, tear jerking.

[@karanjanzisa4593]

The time comes for everyone when you are persistent enough in pursuing a dream. So happy for this and her.

[@khaoulabenziane2830]

Legendary this woman

[@aaron8402]

“i got sick on the little boat to the big boat “ got me😂😂

[@michelleglowala2360]

She is so real. Good for her. I hope she has much more success

[@suzanneslager9418]

Jennifer is a national treasure! Love her!!

[@estebanrico2124]

I love this woman. So talented and so underrated.

[@amandacogger7014]

Jennifer is pure gold and seriously deserves more coverage

[@joerichards3614]

“What do you two have in common? We both like Soup”. From Best in Show. 😂

[@calisongbird]

omg she was sooooo great in that!!! In all the Christopher Guest movies… she was in A Mighty Wind also

[@rogersockwell]

I have such a forever crush on her. For all her characters and for everything I learn about her in real life. Though ultimately, in my head, she'll always be Stiffler's mother.

[@chrissteffen3718]

Stiflers mom and White Lotus

[@triggSerable]

She was the reason i watched Joey back in the day. She's so freaking oddly hillarious, a comedy genuis!

[@jamiebrotherston2241]

If you haven't watched the White Lotus you are missing out. Terrific!

[@302foundd]

So happy to see her keep flourishing. Definitely one of my favorite actors of all the time ❤

[@AceholeNinja]

she was SO GOOD on white lotus

[@stevielagan1948]

"Somebody put a cigarette out in my eye..." LOLOLOL

[@jozz2248]

She was so good in Party Down. Everyone was... Such an All-Star cast that were somewhat unknown at the time.

[@kage122]

she’s amazing. would love to her doing more late night interviews

[@JAWilsonwhitetidelinedesigns]

Jennifer is one of my favorites of all-time - aside from her acting/comedic skills, she is a natural beauty! I'm so thrilled she is getting the kudos she has long deserved. She has the nicest personality ever!

[@r.m.90]

This woman is so naturally funny. Her voice alone cracks me up. She is so kooky.

[@koleyw932]

She's terrific, what a natural humorist.

[@miroslavassiniavskis7725]

She is so gorgeous and funny! Whenever she makes the entrance I cannot be more happy :D Oh boy and what a IMDB list! Her legacy uplifted pop culture to the different level and todays Hollywood still is behind matching it!

[@harperwood3562]

Just came across this! She has fantastic improv skills. “Thank God for model trains. If they didn’t have the idea for model train, they wouldn’t have gotten the idea for the big trains.” ~ “A Mighty Wind”

[@chrissteffen3718]

Every season of White Lotus should include her

[@jeannestilgenbauer4894]

I have loved this woman from the start of her career!!!! She has always been so magnificently talented in fun!!!!!!!!♥️♥️

[@jeanlaubenthal698]

Mike White IS a brilliant writer totally agree.

[@ccc20072009]

She is adorable! How can u not love her??

[@waqasbajwa3006]

Jennifer is world treasure ❤🙏

[@nancyroy2047]

Loved her in White Lotus!

[@reneebarnes2050]

Just LOVE this woman so much for her work :) she’s mastered her craft in every way.

[@livalittle13]

She has great comedic timing and is truly gold... love her so much. An icon

[@yaemin8758]

HER HAIR IS SOOOO LUSCIOUS

[@Rahafarisar]

I just love her so much 😍🫶🏻❤️

[@janeblake3144]

Loved her character in an episode of The Closer. Hilarious!

[@JM-zk9ou]

I had forgotten about that episode. She's wonderful in it

[@lalucy3495]

Love Jennifer Coolidge 💖 She’s such a vibe 💖

[@endorphinchen]

She is such a Queen to me 🥰 i adore Jennifer Coolidge

[@orion8835]

A hilarious character actress. Every role is made a gem and lifts any project into madcap levity. This is of course the job yet she does it with a sort of Mae West rubenesque glamour.

[@GannaLavrova]

I love her 😍

[@marilyn3605]

I FREAKING LOVE HER!!!! ❤❤❤

[@jmda58]

Stifler’s mom! And many other characters….just love watching her💗

[@AlexAnder-ut9es]

Jennifer Coolidge is just so Jennifer Coolidge on screen & IRL. Even as a young waitress she was already her unique self and I'm here for everything she does. Bonus: Catch Ariana Grande's spot on impression of her.

[@beaceballos_]

I love her voice and can listen to her talking for hours.

[@NormaLilia24]

She’s incredible on the white lotus... wish her an amazing award season 🎉

[@doingstuffwithrus6574]

I love Jennifer Coolidge! ❤️😃

[@TheAmyplumpness]

She is wonderful!♡♡♡

[@zonedutopia]

I love seeing her triumph - she was comedic icon before, now she's getting recognized as serious deal too You deserve it ma'am!

[@hantheminion]

she’s so GORGEOUS

[@santiagotabora5106]

I’m so happy for her 😭😭😂😂 she’s hilarious 🤣

[@Thisworldisagoner]

Okay I actually thought she talks like how she did on The White Lotus. Thats a sign if a great actor. She was brilliant in that show.

[@jennybaber3563]

She is epic! Something about her is so damn relatable!

[@mrqs1549]

She’s pure comedy.

[@D-MARIE77]

Jennifer Coolidge is awesome.

[@barbarageddis1584]

Love her - She is just hilarious!

[@darrenwalshe8513]

So charismatic n wonderful, love her xx

[@vmpslayer20]

So happy for her. I love her so much. She is too funny and good.

[@millsmoore24]

"I mean it, I really do .." In Hollywood they have to emphasize being sincere. It's such a novelty.

[@honey-feeney9800]

Yes. Love her . She brings adventure into her work .

[@delusionsofgrandeur1330]

I just adore this lady so much!!

[@mjg1708]

She’s amazing

[@mellissaallex6348]

Before she even spoke, I was smiling ear to ear...

[@geeayy8748]

OMG she looks amazing 🤩 THAT HAIR!! ❤️

[@annasndl]

what a legend she is

[@keren.icehand]

She is amazing💜👍

[@Dbeckdesign68]

White Lotus didn’t look that interesting but I might have to watch it now. Didn’t know she was in it. I love this woman.

[@leticiapihulic1698]

Love her acting is so natural inspiring me to act ❤

[@Jack0fAllTrades]

Stiffler’s mom, good times 🤙🏽