Garrett Morris
Actor
About This Interview
In his two-hour Archive Interview, Garrett Morris discusses his early work as a singer with Harry Belafonte. He outlines his transition from singing to acting and recalls his first television appearance on the TV show Roll Out! He then details his years working on Saturday Night Live, first as a writer, and later as a performer. He cites the changes that have occurred on the program over the years, and recalls working with SNL co-stars and guest hosts. Morris then recalls working on The Jeffersons and his appearances on ER, Hill Street Blues and Hunter. He also outlines his experiences working on the TV show, Martin, and his brush with death in 1994 when he was shot in L.A. He explains why he decided to start his own comedy club, and comments on his role in the hit show, 2 Broke Girls. He also discusses his personal project, Storyville, and speaks candidly on advice he would give to aspiring actors today. Amy Harrington conducted the interview in North Hollywood, CA on April 13, 2012.
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Highlights
Garrett Morris on being the only black cast member on Saturday Night Live
Clip begins at: 40:21, Duration: 04m 52s
Garrett Morris on his comparison of the writing on 2 Broke Girls and Saturday Night Live
Clip begins at: 45:31, Duration: 01m 08s
Garrett Morris on one of his most beloved Saturday Night Live characters - the news announcer for the hard of hearing, created by Chevy Chase
Clip begins at: 12:28, Duration: 01m 04s
Garrett Morris on what it was like to be on Saturday Night Live in the 1970s
Clip begins at: 04:50, Duration: 04m 18s
Garrett Morris on getting a chance to sing when Walter Matthau hosted Saturday Night Live
Clip begins at: 21:31, Duration: 02m 09s
Interview
- Part 1
- On his childhood and early influences; on how he came to work with Harry Belafonte; on working on and off Broadway; on working with Lorne Michaels and graduating from "The Not Ready for Primetime Players;" on doing the film Cooley High
Clip begins at: 0:0 - On his early singing style and work as a singer; on how his singing career transitioned into acting; on his first professional acting job; on his first TV appearance; on working as a writer on Saturday Night Live; on how Saturday Night Live has changed since its inception
Clip begins at: 18:24 - On his first act on Saturday Night Live; on working on the "Death Row Follies" sketch for Saturday Night Live; on being the only black cast member on Saturday Night Live and other shows; on how he dealt with criticism while working on Saturday Night Live
Clip begins at: 34:26 - On any regrets he has regarding his television work; on sketches he refused to do on Saturday Night Live; on how his relationship with the writers on Saturday Night Live evolved when he became a performer
Clip begins at: 46:58 - Part 2
- On memories of working with Lorne Michaels on Saturday Night Live; on what it was like to be on Saturday Night Live in the 1970s; on some of his most beloved characters; on impressions and meeting people he impersonated on Saturday Night Live
Clip begins at: 0:0 - On his favorite characters and sketches from Saturday Night Live; on his relationships with his cast mates on the show; on working with Walter Matthau on Saturday Night Live; on why he left the show; on paving the way for other performers and performers who have paved the way for him
Clip begins at: 18:28 - On his legacy on Saturday Night Live; on appearing on The Jeffersons; on his dramatic work on ER, Hill Street Blues and Hunter; on becoming a regular on Martin; on being shot in 1994; on joining the cast of The Jamie Foxx Show; on his favorite episode of The Jamie Foxx Show; on the representation of minorities on cable TV versus network TV; on his view of diversity on television
Clip begins at: 28:32 - On his character on 2 Broke Girls; on working with the cast of the show; on his comparison of the writing on 2 Broke Girls and Saturday Night Live; on his favorite episode of 2 Broke Girls; on his comedy club; on his project, Storyville; on his fans; on advice he would give to aspiring actors; on his greatest achievement; on his biggest regret; on where he sees himself in ten years
Clip begins at: 44:23


How do I get to see the Unlisted Part 2? I don't see a link...
Part 2 is available under the "INTERVIEW" tab. Just click on "CHAPTER 2" to view. Enjoy!
I enjoyed watching your interview on garrett morris because he's one of those actors that just get's better with every performance. I do hope that the archive of american television will interview harry rodham, telma hopkins, cindy williams, penny marshall, karen valentine, denise nicholas, jeff franklin, richard dean anderson, linda evans, lee majors,annemarie horsford, keenan ivory wayans, dick cavett, lou ferrigno, martin millner, george mcharris, kent mccord, david hasselhoff. edward james olmos, malcolm jamal warner, frank gifford, saly struthers. dirk benedict , nancy dussault, valerie bertinelli, pamela sue martin. byron allen. johnny crawford barry williams, paul michael glaser.
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