What’s up with that?
Tell me what’s up with that???
What Up With That?is one of Thompson’s most famous recurringSNLsketches.
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Throughout the years, Thompson’s character has ignored celebrities likeSamuel L Jackson,Paul Rudd, andLindsey Buckingham.
Thompson said he believes hisSNLcostars have really helped him prepare for hosting the Emmys.
Whatever you say triggers a reaction from them," he said.
“SoSNLtaught me to always be ready, always be thinking.
Especially when you’re around those kinds of people.”
The actor also shared that he really wants to do a big musical number at the awards show.
“That’s always where everything seems very grand and talent is definitely on display.”
With reporting by Gerrad Hall.
