What Is The Mamet Scam? Molly Shannon's Foolproof Way To Meet Acting Agents In L.A.

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  • @laalaa99stl
    @laalaa99stl 2 роки тому +287

    Molly Shannon is definitely her own rainbow!

    • @tolleypowell1426
      @tolleypowell1426 2 роки тому +13

      If I could thumbs this up more than once I would!!

    • @Sindollx666x
      @Sindollx666x 2 роки тому +10

      I love this comment!

    • @JoeLink56
      @JoeLink56 2 роки тому +8

      She’s my rainbow!!!

    • @oshunbleu6511
      @oshunbleu6511 2 роки тому +5

      Wonderful way to express her personality! She's just a blast of fun all ways ;)

    • @jacovawernett3077
      @jacovawernett3077 2 роки тому

      No one is their own rainbow.

  • @FacheChanteDeux
    @FacheChanteDeux 2 роки тому +129

    She should make a movie based on the Mamet scam, it would be hilarious. David Mamet could make a cameo and his daughter Zosia should play the lead!

    • @EmpyreanLightASMR
      @EmpyreanLightASMR 2 роки тому +7

      Nice comment, Zosia, but I see through you 😂

    • @divagirllove3977
      @divagirllove3977 2 роки тому +3

      I just love her!

    • @amyjackson8725
      @amyjackson8725 2 роки тому +2

      I was thinking the same thing!!

    • @thangtran8378
      @thangtran8378 2 роки тому +2

      Yes. Agreed 100% . What she gave us in this one segment is the framework for an excellent movie screenplay. I hope she runs with it and have the movie materialized. I know I would watch this movie 😀 . I know other movies have been made just from newspapers article (not even based on a whole book) so why not from a talk show segment? 😀

    • @brianquincyscott1955
      @brianquincyscott1955 2 роки тому

      I would watch the hell out of that...

  • @tyrannosaurusburke
    @tyrannosaurusburke 2 роки тому +130

    A lot of people don't give Molly Shannon credit for this, but she's really one of the big reasons SNL is still on the air today, and NBC didn't fire Lorne Michaels.

    • @dianapevtsov
      @dianapevtsov 2 роки тому +4

      Yes, she helped fill the void left by Jan Hooks, which was a tall order, almost impossible. Talent. And I find her very winning and sweet in the movie FUN MOM DINNER.

    • @adctd2gtr
      @adctd2gtr Рік тому +2

      Oh, I would love to learn more about this story!

  • @ShaneBro
    @ShaneBro 2 роки тому +41

    Saw her on Howard Stern and she is so energetic on both shows telling this story. Sometimes people that do the rounds are not as fun as this when having to tell the same story over and over. She is amazing. SUPA STAR!

  • @PADS62
    @PADS62 2 роки тому +25

    She's just The CUTEST, I Miss her on Saturday Night Live! But also sooo happy She's gone on to do So much More!!
    You're Awesome Miss Molly!
    Love, Hugs & blessings ❤🤗🙏

  • @simgem
    @simgem 2 роки тому +68

    Molly is one of my favorite SNL cast members of all time, can't wait to read her book! In the meantime I'll just KICK, STRETCH, and KICK! I'm (not) 50!

    • @ITSME-nd4xy
      @ITSME-nd4xy 2 роки тому

      There may be more to her than just a wonderful comedian on the outside.
      She so easily revealed that she scammed, cheated and lied many many times. That's aberrant behavior.
      Scammers have unhealthy minds. When they're comfortable doing "minor" crimes, they then move to doing worse things.
      Please don't idolize people, especially their bad behaviors. It's what led to trumplestilskin - people overlooking his "minor" crimes.
      The most dangerous are ones who appear nice, charming, innocent -- but they've fooled you (maybe they're not).

    • @aiai-j7i
      @aiai-j7i 2 роки тому

      @@ITSME-nd4xy Yeah you are right, but can we make an exception in her case? I get what you are saying...it's basically being a con artist but I hope this was just a desperate actor thing to get her foot in the door.

    • @axs62
      @axs62 2 роки тому +1

      @@ITSME-nd4xy Let me guess..... Psych major

    • @ITSME-nd4xy
      @ITSME-nd4xy 2 роки тому +1

      @@aiai-j7i Sure, we can make an exception for anyone. Let's make an exception for Putin too. He's just a leader trying to help his own people (and just his bank account). Right? I suppose there are no selfish motives to scamming. Right?
      You sound certain that no one else was hurt when Molly took the job from another actor -- who may have been a better actor (and definitely a better person). Right?

    • @darkskyinwinter
      @darkskyinwinter 2 роки тому

      Sometimes when I get really really nervous I put my hands under my armpits and then I smell 'em like thissssssssss

  • @got2snowboard
    @got2snowboard 2 роки тому +43

    I wish I could buy her audiobook but rather than her reading from it (which would be awesome on its own) just have her tell the stories of her life the way she does in this clip, which is every interview she does! I remember buying the “SNL Best of Molly Shannon” DVD and there were extra features including a few appearances on Conan and that’s when I realized one of my favourite SNL cast members was even more hilarious off the show. Seriously, watch every interview she’s done, they’re the best. If I could have anyone at my dinner table, it’s Molly!

  • @claude_in_Cincinnati
    @claude_in_Cincinnati 2 роки тому +23

    I just missed the first two-thirds of this because I was balling my eyes out from her last segment!!! 😂😭😭🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂😆😆😁😁

  • @judd442009
    @judd442009 2 роки тому +41

    Molly Shannon is the epitome of "joie de vivre."

  • @vivavasquez
    @vivavasquez 2 роки тому +62

    Molly Shannon makes this world a better place as does your whole crew , thank you Steven Colbert .

  • @kathkakim
    @kathkakim 2 роки тому +74

    Notice how hard Stephen Colbert is laughing as they open the segment.

    • @leora_in_london
      @leora_in_london 2 роки тому +2

      Had to rewind it and see! She rlly made him LAUGH!

  • @suemick8709
    @suemick8709 2 роки тому +25

    She's so lovely and hilarious. I just love Molly.

  • @bgraunitz6175
    @bgraunitz6175 2 роки тому +24

    I just love Molly's energy and enthusiasm for life!! Her laughter is contagious and her smile is infectious!! Just listening to her speak gave me enough energy to conquer the day!!!! 💯❤️

  • @mikeclarke952
    @mikeclarke952 2 роки тому +27

    I've always liked Molly, but now I think I love her.

  • @NewMessage
    @NewMessage 2 роки тому +33

    There's a movie script in that scam... C'mon Netflix!

    • @billgreen1861
      @billgreen1861 2 роки тому +3

      Yes, I was thinking the same thing.

    • @ITSME-nd4xy
      @ITSME-nd4xy 2 роки тому

      Unhealthy people scam others. Scamming is a type of mental aberration. This should not be applauded!!
      Would you like it if everyone started scamming everyone? What if someone scammed your aged parents?

  • @galahadgarza6905
    @galahadgarza6905 2 роки тому +5

    Oh Molly! You are not a hustler. You are a survivor! Love you~GG

  • @jamilahana1728
    @jamilahana1728 2 роки тому +16

    I absolutely LOVE Molly Shannon! She's one of my favorite actors with Joan Cusack. She's an absolute delight! God bless her🙏🙏😍🤩💖💖💖👍👍👍👍

  • @UkeCan1
    @UkeCan1 2 роки тому +13

    Hollywood agents brace for a sudden influx of enthusiastic calls from fake assistants to famous New York entertainment people recommending the next hot superstar.

  • @bethfiori4708
    @bethfiori4708 2 роки тому +4

    Her enthusiasm is a thing of beauty.

  • @nomadicroadrat
    @nomadicroadrat 2 роки тому +18

    Molly Shannon! Effervescence personified.

    • @ITSME-nd4xy
      @ITSME-nd4xy 2 роки тому

      ...with a crooked mind. Scammers have unhealthy minds. Don't idolize people. It's how we got trumplestilskin.

    • @last7509
      @last7509 2 роки тому

      cocaine is a hell of a drug

  • @gabbieweatherman6468
    @gabbieweatherman6468 2 роки тому +13

    Molly Shannon is ABSOLUTELY THE BEST, GENUINE, SWEET PERSON 💕 💞 ♥ 💜 💙 🧡

  • @thangtran8378
    @thangtran8378 2 роки тому +20

    A movie should be made from this story. What Molly gave us in this one segment is the framework for an excellent movie screenplay. It has all the elements of a wonderful comedy script here. I hope she runs with it and have the movie materialized. I know I would watch this movie 😀 . Why the heck not? I know other movies have been made from a lot less base materials (some films were developed and made from just newspapers article, not even a whole book) so why not a movie developed from a tv talk show segment? 😀

  • @Sindollx666x
    @Sindollx666x 2 роки тому +16

    One of my favorite Molly Shannon roles was her in Wet Hot American Summer. She's brilliant.

    • @EmpyreanLightASMR
      @EmpyreanLightASMR 2 роки тому

      That movie was free on youtube over the pandemic and it was a blast!

    • @weezadam
      @weezadam 2 роки тому

      Yes! Gail is a great character! Cult classic

  • @mikeblair2594
    @mikeblair2594 2 роки тому +29

    Molly Shannon is an absolute fangirl. Its kinda cute to see and all the gods know Colbert deserves it.

  • @johnjohnson3709
    @johnjohnson3709 Рік тому

    The world needs to always protect and love Molly. She’s a treasure!! ❤️

  • @hiplessboy
    @hiplessboy 2 роки тому +6

    This was the best. Gonna go get that book.

  • @lisahamrick4061
    @lisahamrick4061 2 роки тому +12

    That's an amazing story! You are a hustler.

    • @ITSME-nd4xy
      @ITSME-nd4xy 2 роки тому

      Hustlers are scammers. They lie and cheat... and do more unethical things. If she admitted to this, what else has she done?
      Do you want a world full of "hustlers" and scammers... who cheat your aged parents? You surely like that trump is a hustler - i.e. con man?

    • @loonylaura85
      @loonylaura85 2 роки тому +1

      They had doing what they did! 😱 👏

    • @ITSME-nd4xy
      @ITSME-nd4xy 2 роки тому

      @@loonylaura85 All criminals have . Murderers have even most (sorry, if you spot the pun)... so are you saying having guts is always good? Do you not see her scamming was aberrant behavior.
      A kid who lies to every teacher also has guts, but that's a sign of serious problems.

  • @BestFitSquareChannel
    @BestFitSquareChannel 2 роки тому +2

    Vivacious, gigglelicious, effervescent Molly! Love you!

  • @KCNwokoye
    @KCNwokoye 2 роки тому +5

    Wow wonderful Molly, so full of life and joy. Love her.

  • @MrDJH3
    @MrDJH3 2 роки тому +3

    She needs to write the 90 minute movie Mamet Scam.😊

  • @jenkem4464
    @jenkem4464 2 роки тому +11

    Lol..got busted but not really at the end. Means to an end baby!

    • @ITSME-nd4xy
      @ITSME-nd4xy 2 роки тому

      trump is a con man, a hustler, a malicious person. What's the difference?
      Please don't idolize people who are willing to hurt others, for their selfish gain. It's antisocial, and causes society to be full of scammers. Do you want a society full of scammers -- who regularly fool your aged parents?

  • @hilarykey8189
    @hilarykey8189 2 роки тому +3

    The open-mouthed look on his face of pain/pleasure/surprise is totally new for TV - he has never made that face before. I love love love her, him, and the whole world now. 💛

  • @joanbennettnyc
    @joanbennettnyc 2 роки тому +3

    I work on Broadway shows. There are dozens of variations of this scam -- most offices check every "referral" nowadays so it doesn't work anymore. Recently, a guy claimed to have major studio backing and wanted a meeting about a huge project. When we called the studio, it was a direct-to-video Christian-themed one-woman operation in Georgia that didn't have a thousand in the bank let alone $150-million. The scammer said we must have called the wrong studio and gave us a phone number... to the same studio. We report them all to local & state police.

  • @catdoggie9041
    @catdoggie9041 2 роки тому

    This is a very believable story. I noticed that when I mentioned that my professor referred me to a business, (a truth) I was always granted an interview. The pattern showed that they were clearly doing the nicety to him insodoing rather than me.

  • @TitoHerreraB
    @TitoHerreraB 2 роки тому +6

    Molly is a QUEEN!!!! Beautiful woman, extremely talented, and her charisma... OMG. She is ADORABLE!!! COMEDY ROYALTY ALL THE WAY!!!! Forever her fan!

  • @Sindollx666x
    @Sindollx666x 2 роки тому +3

    That's an incredible story!

  • @debbiedean3165
    @debbiedean3165 2 роки тому +3

    ❤️😂 Love Molly Shannon, no matter what she is doing she always makes me smile ❤️

  • @lyndi9082
    @lyndi9082 2 роки тому +3

    Molly Shannon is such a genuine beautiful person... and funny! Love her!!

  • @judd442009
    @judd442009 2 роки тому +1

    Molly: "I'm a hustler, baby!"

  • @robinsiciliano8923
    @robinsiciliano8923 2 роки тому

    OMG! Watched Molly promoting this book on a few shows and she is such a delight!

  • @LXSeaV
    @LXSeaV 2 роки тому

    She has so many good stories!

  • @eay675
    @eay675 2 роки тому

    What a ball of energy! She has the ability to take you on such a roller coaster ride when you watch her. She’s fantastic. And the book was great. She was amazing on SNL. One of my favorite actresses love her

  • @James__Gregory
    @James__Gregory 2 роки тому

    This book was the most enjoyable read/listen in a LONG time! Such a beautiful, funny, and emotional read by a wonderful person!

  • @susannet.401
    @susannet.401 2 роки тому

    OMG I didn’t know her.. didn’t know she’s such a delight .. wasn’t planning to watch but sooo glad I did

  • @douglaswild3852
    @douglaswild3852 2 роки тому

    Omg!! I just love Molly!! I could listen to her and her life stories ALL DAY!! Comedy GOLD!!!

  • @Trippp550
    @Trippp550 2 роки тому +2

    I can’t say I was ever a huge fan of Molly, but I always thought she was funny in SNL. But I never saw her just have a conversation with someone and Omgosh, she is so adorable! I love her personality. She seems like someone I’d be friends with if I knew her growing up. So sad to find out about the loss of her family, I didn’t know that. Hopefully her book comes out on auditable. Love to hear her narrate it herself.

  • @RaulAPinto
    @RaulAPinto 2 роки тому +1

    We need...
    1) A documentary. I want interviews with all those legendary cast directors.
    2) A movie. Written by David Mamet. Or Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Florence Pugh in the lead.

  • @tatianapoltavets1996
    @tatianapoltavets1996 2 роки тому +2

    She's just wonderful!❤️

  • @opalacios666
    @opalacios666 2 роки тому +2

    I love Molly and Stephen. American Masters.

  • @ceevee7
    @ceevee7 2 роки тому

    I love her energy so much I want to hug her!!! Such a joy!!

  • @moniquegrace1601
    @moniquegrace1601 2 роки тому +2

    I didn’t know Molly was on Twin Peaks!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @dannyburleigh1
    @dannyburleigh1 2 роки тому +1

    SHE'S 60!!!! on SNL she was 50! But now SHE'S 60!!!!,,,,,,,"in 3 years,that is."

  • @anniehuckerby9281
    @anniehuckerby9281 2 роки тому +3

    Molly Shannon How I have Always Love You and watch every thing your on, SNL I still laugh no matter how many times I watch same episodes 🤣 Now love you even more after hearing your loss at such a young age ❤ I must get your book and know I will love it!! Bless your heart ❤

  • @gerrynightingale9045
    @gerrynightingale9045 2 роки тому +1

    *EVERYTHING in life is a hustle...one way or another*

  • @charlesmartin1121
    @charlesmartin1121 2 роки тому +6

    Did David Mamet ever find out?

    • @Sindollx666x
      @Sindollx666x 2 роки тому +2

      I was wondering that too!!

    • @UkeCan1
      @UkeCan1 2 роки тому +3

      He's finding out now.

  • @robgable2426
    @robgable2426 2 роки тому +1

    Molly is a true SUPERSTAR!!!

  • @grnddesign
    @grnddesign 2 роки тому +1

    She is an absolute delight!! Hollywood - cast her in movies!!!

  • @jayo8281
    @jayo8281 2 роки тому

    Fake it til you make it. And she made it baby!

  • @ronniemontgomery4394
    @ronniemontgomery4394 2 роки тому

    You got to work with what you got. Great story and I will always remember that you got to work with what you got. Failure is not an option . And I will proudly display her book.

  • @Author_Alyssa_Taylor
    @Author_Alyssa_Taylor 2 роки тому +1

    Yike! She's an 11-year-old girl with that talk!! 😂

  • @Aquamarine325
    @Aquamarine325 2 роки тому +6

    I think being scammed by Molly Shannon would be an absolute pleasure!❤

    • @ITSME-nd4xy
      @ITSME-nd4xy 2 роки тому

      I think it wouldn't be. More people are scammed and hurt by "charming" personalities.
      Most (like you) enable such antisocial behavior. It's why trump is idolized - he's a dangerous con man, but seen as a "hustler".

    • @Tao_Tology
      @Tao_Tology 2 роки тому +3

      The thing is, the "scam" resulted in more agents and producers getting to know a talented actor, and someone they then hired.

    • @ITSME-nd4xy
      @ITSME-nd4xy 2 роки тому

      @@Tao_Tology Your point is the scam worked, she got hired, so all's fair and good. You're saying the ends justify the means. In that case, students should definitely cheat on exams, as long as they get a better grade. Right? As long as the teach didn't figure out they cheated, and gives them a better grade?
      It _does_ matter since a cheating student lowers the rank for all non-cheating students. Just as it does matter that Molly took that job from someone else who wasn't scamming and maybe was better than her. It's easy justifying liars, cheats & scammers... until you get scammed.

    • @Tao_Tology
      @Tao_Tology 2 роки тому +2

      @@ITSME-nd4xy Honey, please don't think that your strawman b.s. comments will work.
      The effect was that more producers and agents found out about a talented actor and who they then hired.
      Hurry on back to your safe space where you can tweet about what you imagine folk said. 😂

  • @eddee6329
    @eddee6329 2 роки тому +1

    OMG, she is such a beautiful person, and so inspiring!

  • @erincaitlin1655
    @erincaitlin1655 2 роки тому +1

    Molly's a riot !! Lol !!

  • @tomshea8382
    @tomshea8382 2 роки тому +1

    (Molly hasn't checked "David Mamet" on social media lately)

    • @DeanLeonard1
      @DeanLeonard1 2 роки тому

      Yes, Mamet has lost his fucking mind.

  • @m1k1254
    @m1k1254 2 роки тому +1

    I like you Molly :) thanks Colbert and crew for having her on

  • @aishadorcasmwamalopa5579
    @aishadorcasmwamalopa5579 2 роки тому

    Am a hustler baby!! Wow Love her energy and the enthusiastic in her 😍

  • @kyerinbennett8391
    @kyerinbennett8391 2 роки тому +2

    I love Molly Shannon.

  • @dugfriendly
    @dugfriendly 2 роки тому

    She is so amazing!

  • @maryjane2965
    @maryjane2965 2 роки тому +3

    I like this woman a lot. Now I want to go back an watch Will and Grace she was hysterical on it.

    • @zazuzazz5419
      @zazuzazz5419 2 роки тому

      Yes! The minute I see her face I think, “music box” episode. 😂

  • @palsyddad
    @palsyddad 2 роки тому

    Epic story!

  • @wearegoingtogoseeyousoonid1891
    @wearegoingtogoseeyousoonid1891 2 роки тому +3

    Molly is like a real type of pretty.

    • @ITSME-nd4xy
      @ITSME-nd4xy 2 роки тому

      But her mind is dark. She admitted to scamming. What else did she do for self gain?? It's how trumplestilskins are born.
      Please don't be fooled by "charming" behaviors that hide darker things. It's why we have putin and trump.
      Ivanka trump is the same type of person - very dark underneath, but looks pretty and smart. Don't get fooled (scammed).

  • @thomasanders1314
    @thomasanders1314 2 роки тому +1

    I love people who do something creative:)❤

  • @ronaldpo7618
    @ronaldpo7618 2 роки тому +1

    Molly Shannon is a national treasure!

  • @hotlov72
    @hotlov72 2 роки тому

    I'll never liked her on SNL but now I love her, I get it

  • @gabsie7224
    @gabsie7224 2 роки тому +2

    Love her

  • @johnschwab3898
    @johnschwab3898 2 роки тому +1

    i dont think ive ever seen a video open with steven smiling any bigger

  • @ghlee2300
    @ghlee2300 2 роки тому +1

    So great!!!

  • @robertt.walzel4648
    @robertt.walzel4648 2 роки тому

    Wow respect for the hustle!

  • @jomarielopez2229
    @jomarielopez2229 2 роки тому +1

    Molly is the best! So funny!

  • @lirianoc
    @lirianoc 2 роки тому +2

    Love me some Molly Shannon! ♥️

  • @leavingitblank9363
    @leavingitblank9363 2 роки тому +1

    OMG that Mamet scam is hilarious! (No wondering it worked -- it showed off her great acting skills!) That would make a fantastic comedic movie. Someone needs to get on that.

  • @LoretoLala
    @LoretoLala 2 роки тому

    MOLLY WAS ON TWIN PEAKS!!?!?!??!?! whoaaaaa

  • @arothmanmusic
    @arothmanmusic 2 роки тому +1

    She’s such a genuine and joyous person! She graduated from the same high school as I did. :)

  • @dianemorris9561
    @dianemorris9561 Рік тому

    She's a Master!

  • @Gingerycarrotkitten
    @Gingerycarrotkitten 2 роки тому

    She is an ICON!

  • @andrewwhite1305
    @andrewwhite1305 2 роки тому +1

    Molly is brilliant, I love her

  • @GiaNescio
    @GiaNescio 2 роки тому

    Molly Shannon is an OG. Learn something new everyday.

  • @narelle-creative-arts
    @narelle-creative-arts Рік тому

    Molly reminds me of Evie a little bit not sure why just something…loved this so much Stephen and Molly what a great duo ❤️

  • @Ryanstuff
    @Ryanstuff 2 роки тому +3

    For once, an actual life hack!

  • @jojoba11
    @jojoba11 2 роки тому

    omg this was thrilling! She's total fun

  • @stillhere1425
    @stillhere1425 2 роки тому

    Molly bears a resemblance to Evie. Not like a twin, but a sister.

  • @lanadelreyhey
    @lanadelreyhey 2 роки тому +1

    I LOVE HER IN THE MIDDLE

  • @firehelp26
    @firehelp26 2 роки тому

    She just made me want to buy her book with that interview

  • @ChipCain
    @ChipCain 2 роки тому +1

    Legend.

  • @buffvic85
    @buffvic85 2 роки тому +2

    Lol she totally scam her way in to Hollywood she’s amazing 🤩

  • @metalextras
    @metalextras 2 роки тому +1

    Wow... Her life should be a serial drama... that is a neat sales trick prior to internet...

    • @ITSME-nd4xy
      @ITSME-nd4xy 2 роки тому

      Please don't idolize people willing to cheat. It's not just a "neat sales trick" -- sales tricks TRICK others.
      We'll get the society we deserve, if we gloss over, or enable bad behavior.

    • @metalextras
      @metalextras 2 роки тому

      @@ITSME-nd4xy Getting enquiries and attention is a neat sales trick on itself, BUT to actually do the job with expected quality is different, it is honest work and she delivers! The devils are those people who born into wealth and tricks struggling actress with sleazy casting...

  • @TighelanderII
    @TighelanderII 2 роки тому

    Made me think of the, "Mehmet Scam".

  • @DarkstarAndrew01
    @DarkstarAndrew01 2 роки тому

    Molly is so awesome ❤️

  • @megmo05
    @megmo05 2 роки тому

    She’s the best

  • @sarahharris2956
    @sarahharris2956 2 роки тому

    Not enough time with Molly!! Bring her back and give her more time