Seth Meyers

Talk Show Host and Satirical Comedian

Seth Meyers - Talk Show Host and Satirical Comedian
Born

December 28th, 1973
51 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Started career as a writer and performer on 'Saturday Night Live'. Became the head writer and created the popular sketch 'Weekend Update'. Transitioned to hosting the late-night talk show 'Late Night with Seth Meyers', where political satire and interviews gained significant popularity. Contributed to the writing of the White House Correspondents' Dinner speeches during the Obama administration.

Hosted 'Late Night with Seth Meyers'

Was head writer on 'Saturday Night Live'

Created 'Weekend Update' segment

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