How did Will Forte revive MacGruber for SNL?

Will Forte revived MacGruber for a Saturday Night Live sketch after Glen Powell, who was hosting, reached out with an idea for the character.

What was the writing process for the MacGruber SNL sketch like?

The writing process for the MacGruber sketch involved late nights and collaboration with long-time writing partners, reminiscent of Forte's early SNL days and significant sleep deprivation.

What other awareness campaign is Will Forte involved in?

Will Forte is partnering with Teva to raise awareness for Huntington's disease, an inherited disorder that affects nerve cells in the brain.

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Will Forte on MacGruber's SNL Return: 'Like Old Times'

7 Feb

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Summary

Will Forte revived MacGruber for SNL after Glen Powell's invitation.
The sketch's writing involved late nights and collaboration with old friends.
Forte also promotes Huntington's disease awareness with Teva.

Will Forte on MacGruber's SNL Return: 'Like Old Times'

Will Forte recently detailed the intense writing and production process behind the revival of his iconic character, MacGruber, for a Saturday Night Live sketch. The return of the beloved character was initiated by actor Glen Powell, who hosted SNL and reached out to Forte with an idea.

Forte, who was simultaneously working on the second season of Netflix's "The Four Seasons" in Beacon, N.Y., described the writing sessions as reminiscent of his early SNL days. He collaborated with writing partners John Solomon and Jorma Taccone, enduring significant sleep deprivation to craft the six-minute sketch.

The actor also highlighted the demanding schedule he managed, balancing SNL commitments with "The Four Seasons" filming and a Huntington's disease awareness campaign. This campaign, in partnership with Teva, aims to increase public understanding of the inherited disorder.