Hello, Molly!

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A candid, compulsively readable, and heartfelt memoir of resilience and redemption by comedic genius Molly Shannon. At age four, Molly's life was irrevocably altered when she lost her mother, baby sister, and cousin in a tragic car accident involving her father. Her complicated relationship with her grieving father shaped her upbringing in a permissive household, nurturing her gift for improvisation and role-playing, which would eventually lead her to become a celebrated actress. Molly's journey took her into the vibrant worlds of New York and Los Angeles show business, where she created her own opportunities and developed a unique blend of daring and empathetic comedy. The memoir is filled with behind-the-scenes anecdotes featuring notable figures like Whitney Houston, Adam Sandler, and Monica Lewinsky, many shared for the first time. It also chronicles her time on Saturday Night Live, where she starred alongside iconic comedians such as Will Ferrell and Jimmy Fallon. With humor and candor, Molly reflects on her struggle to reconcile her father's legacy—a man who nurtured her talents while facing the daunting challenge of raising his children alone after their devastating loss. Witty and energetic, this memoir offers new insights into the life and work of one of the most talented and free-spirited performers.