Michael O'Donoghue

American actor and screenwriter for SNL

Michael O'Donoghue - American actor and screenwriter for SNL
Born

1940
85 years ago

Died

November 8th, 1994
30 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor and screenwriter contributed significantly to comedy through writing and performing. Best recognized for involvement with 'Saturday Night Live', played a pivotal role in shaping the show's early years. O'Donoghue's unique wit and dark humor influenced many sketches. Worked as a writer for National Lampoon and published numerous articles, essays, and short stories.

Wrote for 'Saturday Night Live'

Contributed to National Lampoon

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