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SNL's Ashley Padilla: Emmy Favorite? Watch Her Viral Skits!
4 Feb
Summary
- Ashley Padilla is a rising star on SNL's current season.
- Her 'Mom Confession' sketch went viral, gaining 2.3 million views.
- She could be the first female featured player nominated for an Emmy.
Saturday Night Live's 51st season has seen featured performer Ashley Padilla rise to prominence, with many viewing her as a strong Emmy contender. Hailing from the San Francisco Bay Area, Padilla honed her comedic talents with The Groundlings before joining SNL.
Her recent sketch, 'Mom Confession,' satirizing political division, achieved over 2.3 million YouTube views within three days. This viral success highlights Padilla's dynamic range, which has also shone in recurring characters like 'Two People Who Just Hooked Up' on 'Weekend Update.'
Padilla's breakout performance is notable given the cast turnover SNL has experienced. If nominated for supporting comedy actress, she would make history as the first female featured player to achieve this, and the eighth woman overall from the cast to be nominated.
This season marks a period of transition for SNL, with several cast members departing. Padilla's ascendance positions her as a key figure to help guide the show's future success.
