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"SNL" Alum Bill Hader Skips 50th Anniversary Special Due to Anxiety
6 Aug
Summary
- Bill Hader openly discussed his battle with anxiety during his "SNL" tenure
- Hader's former co-star Andy Samberg tried to address Hader's absence in a sketch
- Hader has only hosted "SNL" twice since leaving the show in 2013
In a recent interview, former "Saturday Night Live" cast member Bill Hader opened up about his decision to skip the show's 50th anniversary special. Hader, who has been vocal about his struggles with anxiety during his time on "SNL," explained that his ongoing battle with the condition prevented him from attending the star-studded reunion event.
Hader's former collaborator, Andy Samberg, tried to address Hader's absence in a sketch about the widespread anxiety faced by "SNL" performers. However, Hader revealed that he was hesitant to participate in the skit, saying, "I don't want to do that." Hader has only hosted "SNL" twice since leaving the show in 2013, suggesting that his anxiety has continued to be a challenge even after his departure.
Despite his absence from the 50th anniversary special, Hader has enjoyed a successful career in both acting and filmmaking. He is best known for creating, starring in, and directing significant portions of the acclaimed series "Barry," for which he has received numerous Emmy nominations and awards.
