Lorne Michaels

Lorne Michaels

producer Canada

Lorne Michaels is a Canadian-American television producer, writer, and comedian best known as the creator and executive producer of the iconic sketch comedy show 'Saturday Night Live' (SNL). Since its inception in 1975, Michaels has been instrumental in shaping the landscape of American television comedy, introducing audiences to a plethora of comedic talent, including some of the biggest names in entertainment. His vision for SNL has evolved over the decades, adapting to cultural changes while maintaining a commitment to satire and sketch comedy. Michaels has won numerous awards for his work, including multiple Emmy Awards, solidifying his legacy in the entertainment industry.

Born on Nov 17, 1944 (80 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
125,461
Power
4,910$
Sentiment
6.97
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 7.00 0.02% +0% 331,002,651 75,023 $21,000,000 4,760$
Dominican Republic 1 6.00 0.06% +0% 10,847,910 6,918 $89,000 57$
Ghana 1 7.00 0.14% +0% 31,072,945 43,520 $67,000 94$
Totals 3 372,923,506 125,461 $21,156,000 4,911$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Lorne Michaels has been the producer of 'SNL' since its inception in 1975 and is speculated to retire soon. 7

CNN: John Mulaney had a hilarious response to speculation about an ‘SNL’ succession plan

Dominican Republic Dominican Republic: Lorne Michaels encouraged Miley Cyrus to take six months to recover emotionally before making drastic decisions. 6

Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889: “La sobriedad es como mi Dios"

United States United States: Lorne Michaels is the creator and longtime overseer of 'Saturday Night Live'. 9

CNN: ‘SNL’ boss Lorne Michaels once said Tina Fey ‘could easily’ succeed him. Here’s what she has to say about that

United States United States: Lorne Michaels, creator of 'SNL', is mentioned as having nixed Jimmy Fallon's heartfelt speech for Mumford & Sons. 5

CNN: Jimmy Fallon delivers comically long intro for Mumford & Sons after being roasted by band’s frontman

United States United States: Lorne Michaels is the creator of 'Saturday Night Live,' who is examined under the stereo microscope that is Susan Morrison’s biography, 'Lorne.' 7

The New York Times: Book Review: ‘When the Going Was Good,’ by Graydon Carter