Chloe Fineman knew her Saturday Night Live niche
A.V. Club • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Chloe Fineman is leaving Saturday Night Live after seven seasons, which aligns with the typical contract length for cast members on the show.
- Fineman joined SNL in 2019 alongside Bowen Yang and Shane Gillis, with Yang becoming a standout star and Gillis being fired before airing due to past racist remarks.
- Known for her celebrity impressions, Fineman portrayed figures like Meryl Streep, Drew Barrymore, Britney Spears, and Nicole Kidman, often seen as a traditional hire compared to her peers.
- Despite expanding her range to newer stars such as Timothée Chalamet and Sydney Sweeney, Fineman did not secure a breakout recurring character or a leading female role on the show.
- Fan reactions to Fineman’s performances were mixed, with some appreciating her work and others comparing her unfavorably to past iconic female cast members, reflecting a common tendency among viewers to seek familiar comparisons.
