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Kenan Thompson Reflects on Beloved 'All That' Characters
28 Jan
Summary
- Kenan Thompson cherishes his early sketch characters.
- He particularly enjoyed playing Pierre Escargot and Mavis.
- Thompson joined SNL in 2003 and remains a cast member.

Kenan Thompson, a standout performer on Saturday Night Live, looks back with fondness on his early sketch comedy work from the 1990s.
Thompson particularly cherishes his time on the children's series 'All That,' highlighting characters such as Pierre Escargot, a comedic figure known for his French-accented phrases. He also fondly recalls the sketch 'Mavis and Clavis,' where he and Kel Mitchell portrayed elderly hecklers, a performance that reflected their observations of older men.
These early experiences were foundational for Thompson, leading to his co-starring role with Mitchell on the sitcom 'Kenan & Kel.' His journey continued when he joined the cast of Saturday Night Live in 2003, where he has since become the longest-tenured cast member, currently in his 23rd season.




