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Aries Spears: I Was Disappointed When I Got on Mad TV, I Wanted SNL (Part 2)
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Comedian Aries Spears shared his feelings of disappointment upon landing a role on the sketch comedy show Mad TV admitting he had initially aspired to join the ranks of Saturday Night Live (SNL). Spears highlighted the immense talent within the Mad TV cast, emphasizing their fearlessness and comedic prowess. Despite their talents, Spears felt many cast members deserved greater recognition and success. He praised Jordan Peele, who transitioned from Mad TV to become an Oscar-winning producer and director, as one of the most successful alumni. Spears also noted that some, like Will Sasso and Debra Wilson, have maintained steady careers through television appearances and video game voiceovers, respectively. Ultimately, while acknowledging Mad TV's contribution to his career, Spears regarded SNL as the ultimate launching pad for comedy stars, likening it to the NBA compared to Mad TV's ABA.
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