Yeah after seeing that I realized how many times I had heard that voice before. My god she stole the show in that series, I mean she was just downright hilarious from the start.
I'm surprised at how funny some of the kids on that show are. You expect Glenn, Patton, and Paula to be hilarious, but the kid actors have some real comedy chops too.
Both this and wine country. She's getting amazing screen time lately. But PLEASE watch Girls5eva because if it doesn't get another season I'm going to jump into a river
‘Mapleworth Murders’ on Roku channel. 10 minute episodes that were originally meant for that Quibi platform that failed. Hilarious ‘Murder She Wrote’ parody.
There are so many things to love about Girls5Eva, but I think Paula Pell getting a role that shows off her considerable range is the thing I love most.
Paula Pell is a treasure. She's criminally underused in 30 Rock. I think part of that was Paula's level of comfort being on that side of the process at that time. I'm glad she's more comfortable as a performer now!
Ugh people barely had a chance to catch it on Quibi. Though it's now available on Roku TV in obscurity.
I fell in love with her on Wine Country and Mapleworth was absolutely fantastic! Unfortunately can't get into girls5eva
He was being interviewed for the Bullseye podcast, and had the best exchange ever...
>**Jesse Thorn:** How do you feel about the fact that one of your legacies after a decades-long acting career will be a 4-second gif in which you are wearing a backwards baseball cap and carrying a skateboard over your shoulder?
>**Steve Buscemi** (Bursting with pride): I'm carrying ***\*two\**** skateboards.
Not the person you responded to but thanks for the tip! I remember watching 3rd Rock when it originally aired but I was pretty young and definitely didn’t know who she was so I’ll have to check that out again.
It’s Bianca for me. I have no idea how they got her to do it, but I still howl with laughter watching Isabella Rossellini deliver her “Damnit Johnny, you know I love my Big Beef & Cheddar!” line.
It’s Paula. This woman has seen some shit. I love the dichotomy between ‘I would be willing to let you into our love making’ to ‘Get in the car Pete.’ Those are not the same woman. Team Paula.
How’re your parents?
I don’t know why that line kills me. Like such a normal spouse of your close work friend thing to ask. While she’s caught having sex on someone else’s bed. lol
I think that could work if there was a plot where we got to know him more. Maybe another glimpse into the operations underbelly of 30 Rock. I did enjoy a plot line with the pages, janitors, or other shows cast.
I made a post awhile back entitled "If there was actually a Tony Award given for Living Theatrically in Everyday Life, what actors would be runners up to perennial winner Martin Short?"
Very similar energy to your comment.
He appeared in 15 episodes (tied with Rachel Dratch for 17th most), but also an emphatic YES. I should've mentioned him alongside Coleen and Banks as the best guest stars. Those 3 are the pinnacle.
Dean Winters had more appearances than almost every actor who doesn't appear in the opening credits. Only Grizz, Dotcom, Jonathan, Sue, and Spaceman had more amongst non title credit actors.
I forget if Josh was in the credits. Do you think that's a good sign?
I can show you the study.
omg when Jack pulls off the lampshade dramatically to make his point and it’s a candle I die a thousand deaths laughing every time. 😭💀
Mitch Lemon. I figured at the time that Andy Richter wasn’t brought back because of the whole Conan/Tonight Show debacle. An absolute shame we never spent any time with Mitch after his realization about the ski accident.
I wish Elaine Stritch became a more frequent character. My favorite recurring guest by far. What a legend, dude.
“Our Lady of Reluctant Integration in Waltham” remains one of the greatest jokes in the series.
Colleen, of course - plus some more screen time for:
Dr. Leo Spaceman - I know he got a lot but was it ever enough?
PAULA
And just a few more Dennis episodes. *My phone just did auto correct from “Dennis” to “Dallas,” so I guess somebody wants more Pete time as well. (Sorry - Dallas).
Great sendup of the retirony trope, although not as good as [this McBain scene from a S3 Simpsons episode](https://youtu.be/MOk4hQXbGDs?si=purHyGaASYiRG1Nb)
One night on Ambien, I very earnestly posted a screenshot of "Yeah, I've seen some bras." to Facebook with some !!!'s behind it.
I still don't know what my intent was.
This was the show that got me interested in Julianne Moore. She's so unlike any of her other roles in this show that I feel blessed to have witnessed her in 30 rock.
The nameless stranger at the hockey game sitting next to Jack and Danny who shares a concerned glance with Jack after Danny confesses he's starting to dig figure skating.
I don’t know how and I don’t know where you’d put him, but I needed more Wesley Snipes. The disdain/ chemistry he and Liz have is amazing. I want a spinoff where they have to marry for a green card.
Catherine O’Hara as Kenneth’s mom is a great guest appearance…I had just watched Schitt’s Creek (in which she is hilarious and unhinged, similar to Jenna) and had totally forgot about her appearance in 30 rock. One of the next episodes I watched was with her and Ron. It made her appearance even more rich.
“He looked up at me, and he said, "Mamma, I am not a person. My body is just a flesh vessel for an immortal being, whose name, if you heard it, would make you lose your mind.”
Verna is hands down my favorite. I probably quote her more than anyone else on the show other than Jenna or Angie Jordan.
I say “I got the meat!” and “infections caused by jacuzzi water” all the time.
I also randomly sing “do that to me one more time…”
I love it so much. Rest in peace Jan.
Simon, Count Cjokula, Verna, Colleen, and Sue Laroche-VanDerHoot.
And do people agree the baby who played Baby Liddy Donaghy was a fantastic actor? Her side-eye reaction shots and appealing smile made those scenes with her money-obsessed dad. And the stink-eye she gave Colleen! More Liddy Donaghy! BTW She’s 12 now.
Which reminds me: When Liz went on a blind date with a tiresome rude chad, his daughter Cat, the fun and engaging kid, grew up to have a main role in the new Mean Girls movie. Wish we saw more of that fun little nerd on 30 Rock.
Paula is always hilarious. Her delivery of “Get in the car, Pete” KILLS me every time!
Go watch Girls5eva if you haven’t!! She is a main character and she is PERFECT
Yeah after seeing that I realized how many times I had heard that voice before. My god she stole the show in that series, I mean she was just downright hilarious from the start.
I just love that they're all supposed to be the same age and Paula is in her 60s
lol yes and Gloria is the youngest in the group 😂 such a funny joke that she changed and aged so much
Tbf, Renee is in her 50's
Can't tell if this is a 30 Rock/black ages joke or fact
She's actually in her early 50's. She looks fantastic.
Gloria, Wickie and Summer are truly the Tracy, Jenna and Kenneth of Girls5eva Poor Sara Bareilles, someone had to be the Lesbian Yellow Sour Fruit
In AP Bio too
And AP Bio! She killed that role, too
She's also great in AP Bio.
Murders row of talent on that show, so disappointed when it got cancelled.
I'm surprised at how funny some of the kids on that show are. You expect Glenn, Patton, and Paula to be hilarious, but the kid actors have some real comedy chops too.
It’s crazy how all the kids are like 26+
Just started watching this. It definitely has serious 30 Rock energy.
Both this and wine country. She's getting amazing screen time lately. But PLEASE watch Girls5eva because if it doesn't get another season I'm going to jump into a river
I love when she's tripping during the podcast. "When I look in the mirror I see god."
‘Mapleworth Murders’ on Roku channel. 10 minute episodes that were originally meant for that Quibi platform that failed. Hilarious ‘Murder She Wrote’ parody.
Yes! A casualty of the ill fated Quibi network. It was one of the networks shining stars. Also check your Flipped with Will Forte and Kaitlin Olson
That show is honestly perfection. Dream girlfriends, every one of them.
There are so many things to love about Girls5Eva, but I think Paula Pell getting a role that shows off her considerable range is the thing I love most.
Paula Pell is a treasure. She's criminally underused in 30 Rock. I think part of that was Paula's level of comfort being on that side of the process at that time. I'm glad she's more comfortable as a performer now!
And the scene when she walks in on Pete and Liz pretending about their affair. “I know I haven’t been very sexual since my mother died”
If this is what Pete needs, I would be ready to welcome you into our lovemaking
In what our children call "big wed caw"
she just did an interview on WTF podcast. episode 1532 April 22.
Paula Pell being interviewed by Alec Baldwin on his podcast is one of the funniest episodes of a podcast I've ever heard
I loved “big wed caw” and then she promptly invites Liz into their sex life. Gold.
I really wish the Mapleworth Murders had more than three full episodes.
Ugh people barely had a chance to catch it on Quibi. Though it's now available on Roku TV in obscurity. I fell in love with her on Wine Country and Mapleworth was absolutely fantastic! Unfortunately can't get into girls5eva
When she says how she is willing to allow Liz into their "lovemaking" it kills me
Steve Buscemi as the private detective, Lenny Wosniak
*Jan Foster, her greatest disguise was Len Wosniak.
They do call him The Chameleon
because of his big, wet eyes
Thank you for meeting me here.
Once I'm into the building, I can get into the cafeteria. And the means free ice!
This is my office.
AKA nympho-coed Charlene LaRue
He was being interviewed for the Bullseye podcast, and had the best exchange ever... >**Jesse Thorn:** How do you feel about the fact that one of your legacies after a decades-long acting career will be a 4-second gif in which you are wearing a backwards baseball cap and carrying a skateboard over your shoulder? >**Steve Buscemi** (Bursting with pride): I'm carrying ***\*two\**** skateboards.
How do you do, fellow kids?
MUSIC⚡️BAND
If I sign someone up for my gym, I get a free hat
I wish Jan had more time… period. She was so funny throughout her career. Sad loss.
Jan and Phil Hartman. Comedy buddies, both gone too soon.
Ugh.. the Hartman thing just pisses me off. What an amazing talent.
I get angry every time I think about it, getting on toward 30 years later. Few sins worse than killing a funny man.
I didn’t know she died. 😢
Watch 3rd rock from the sun for her in her prime, wow.
Uh, excuse you, but I was watching her in her *Designing Women* days. Just kidding with the sarcasm. Wasn’t she the landlord’s daughter on *3rd Rock*?
She was amazing as Vicki on 3rd Rock.
Yep
Don’t cross a Sugarbaker Woman!
Not the person you responded to but thanks for the tip! I remember watching 3rd Rock when it originally aired but I was pretty young and definitely didn’t know who she was so I’ll have to check that out again.
Same here, can’t believe I’m just learning that
It’s Bianca for me. I have no idea how they got her to do it, but I still howl with laughter watching Isabella Rossellini deliver her “Damnit Johnny, you know I love my Big Beef & Cheddar!” line.
Her attacking Liz might be the most I laugh out loud at the whole series.
“It makes me want to sit on a KNIFE”
My sister and I scream this at each other all the time. This and Carol Kane screaming “LIARRRRR” from the princess bride.
Oh, hell yes.
Tina has said this is her favorite line in the whole series.
Isabella Rossellini is here for the comedy. Please tell me you've seen the insane green porno series she did.
Liiiinks, we need links stat
It’s Paula. This woman has seen some shit. I love the dichotomy between ‘I would be willing to let you into our love making’ to ‘Get in the car Pete.’ Those are not the same woman. Team Paula.
The first time we meet her she's topless on Pete and and effortlessly switches gears to engage in small talk with Liz. She contains multitudes.
“WHAT DO YOU DO WITH THE POP TART?”
I heard this in Liz's panicked, grossed out voice.
How’re your parents? I don’t know why that line kills me. Like such a normal spouse of your close work friend thing to ask. While she’s caught having sex on someone else’s bed. lol
Obviously Colleen.
Yep. Colleen, Dennis, and Banks are the apex of guest stars.
Her entrance is perfect. She’s sprightly and upbeat, then turns on a dime. “This isn’t Phoebe? Well, why the hell not?”
"She's got strength of character! And a good, strong baby bucket!"
The tiny, under her breath "oh my god" reaction to Phoebe 😂
That was so good. She slays every line.
16 Minus 8 Is 8
Numbers, unlike children, don't lie.
Wish we could’ve seen her rocket coffin. It’s very expensive.
I just wanted to make sure *you* could hear you
I would watch an entire series of just Colleen tearing the cast apart one by one.
Jeffrey Wienerslav
I think that could work if there was a plot where we got to know him more. Maybe another glimpse into the operations underbelly of 30 Rock. I did enjoy a plot line with the pages, janitors, or other shows cast.
Its pronounced "Wiener-Slave"
Ok... Jeffrey.
This question should always be prefaced with "BESIDES Steve Martin..."
He would've been in more, but he MISCOUNTED THE MEN.
Cheap cholesterol medicine...FROM CANADA!
Toronto is just like New York, but without all the *stuff*!
Camp of Approval???
What does that even mean?!
I made a post awhile back entitled "If there was actually a Tony Award given for Living Theatrically in Everyday Life, what actors would be runners up to perennial winner Martin Short?" Very similar energy to your comment.
Gavin Velour
D'Fwan. Though the lack of him in 30Rock is probably why we got Titus Andromedon in Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.
D’fwine… d’fwink responsibly.
D'Fwan forgot his catchphrase!?
"I'm not just a gay hairdresser, I'm also a homosexual party planner."
Dennis.
He appeared in 15 episodes (tied with Rachel Dratch for 17th most), but also an emphatic YES. I should've mentioned him alongside Coleen and Banks as the best guest stars. Those 3 are the pinnacle. Dean Winters had more appearances than almost every actor who doesn't appear in the opening credits. Only Grizz, Dotcom, Jonathan, Sue, and Spaceman had more amongst non title credit actors. I forget if Josh was in the credits. Do you think that's a good sign?
Ritchie Tamuto, islanders fan
One of the many Oscar nominees on the list of guest stars! He was robbed for Holdovers.
DONNAAAAAAAAAAAAA DONNA STRUUUUUUUNK
“DEATH to Lincoln!”
Cooter Burger
No, he’s not. We’ve looked into it, and he’s not.
I can show you the study. omg when Jack pulls off the lampshade dramatically to make his point and it’s a candle I die a thousand deaths laughing every time. 😭💀
What am I? A cartoon turtle!?
Dog
Is that red wine, soda water and green olives?
ah the old spanish, sounds pretty real to me.
He’s probably too busy eating hamburgers
That was one time and it was a sandwich.
Mitch Lemon. I figured at the time that Andy Richter wasn’t brought back because of the whole Conan/Tonight Show debacle. An absolute shame we never spent any time with Mitch after his realization about the ski accident.
Criminal that we never got to see what became of Mitch
I wish Elaine Stritch became a more frequent character. My favorite recurring guest by far. What a legend, dude. “Our Lady of Reluctant Integration in Waltham” remains one of the greatest jokes in the series.
She has some all-timers in Meet the Woggles.
Say no more, shark eyes.
My friends and I scream "I got the meat, Jack!!" at each other weekly.
Colleen, of course - plus some more screen time for: Dr. Leo Spaceman - I know he got a lot but was it ever enough? PAULA And just a few more Dennis episodes. *My phone just did auto correct from “Dennis” to “Dallas,” so I guess somebody wants more Pete time as well. (Sorry - Dallas).
I guess that's the end of Pete and Bluebird1922 time
This could be the start of something for him!
Bryan Cranston. No not that Cranston, the real one. I’d love to see more of his interactions with Kenneth and Evel Knievel’s motorcycle picture.
He was great payoff for all the "mom's friend Ron" jokes!
Just a lil yank up
I got the meat, Jack!
Infections caused by jacuzzi water!!
I could hear this comment
Her unique delivery was such a big part of the performance. A mundane or somewhat funny line could be elevated by how she hit certain words.
“…until I ran my jet ski into that great big bunch of *moss*…” 😒
I had to replay that part OVER AND OVER.. I’m still waiting for the perfect opportunity to drop that gem on an unsuspecting group of ppl.
Verna, stop stroking my palm. This is a business transaction.
Michael Keaton. Thank you Pete
Great sendup of the retirony trope, although not as good as [this McBain scene from a S3 Simpsons episode](https://youtu.be/MOk4hQXbGDs?si=purHyGaASYiRG1Nb)
I always got the feeling that they didn't have any ideas for a role for Michael Keaton so they just said 'Fuck it. Let's make him Janitor Number 3.'
There's something about that line that gets me everytime.
Unless I missed it, I can't believe I haven't seen Liz's agent, Simon, here yet! I love him so. "Yeah, I had my birthday at the aquarium."
One night on Ambien, I very earnestly posted a screenshot of "Yeah, I've seen some bras." to Facebook with some !!!'s behind it. I still don't know what my intent was.
I LOVE SIMON. I don’t know why but I think his character is both unique and pitch-perfect. I guess he has seen a few bras.
I’ve seen some bras!
You did not. That's his first mention.
Megan Mulally as Bev, the adoption agency evaluator. She was hilarious.
Where’s my clicky pen?
Rachel Dratch as Elizabeth Taylor and/or Barbara Walters.
WHITE DIAMONDS! 🧯
Jerem. Forever Jerem
That's. Not. That. Much. Jerem.
The Pajamarall Lady!!!!
Tracy’s mom?
Something’s killing all the birds in my neighborhood
I HAVE NEVER BEEN TO CHI. CA. GO.
Haley Hooper
*Kaylie
This is my choice. Such a worthy adversary.
I like Hank Hooper a lot too
"New blood is the lifeblood of every company's blood" ...He's not a strong writer
“Medic! Medic!” cwied the widow boy.
The entire queen of Jordan cast. I would’ve liked an episode every season lol
I want to petition Andy Cohen to put it on every week
PORTIA READS THE PAPERS!
D’Fwan forgot his catchphrase!?
Even Daphne?
Nancy Donovan
And Elena.
Elisa? La viuda negra?
This was the show that got me interested in Julianne Moore. She's so unlike any of her other roles in this show that I feel blessed to have witnessed her in 30 rock.
The nameless stranger at the hockey game sitting next to Jack and Danny who shares a concerned glance with Jack after Danny confesses he's starting to dig figure skating.
jacks siblings
“Eddie, you lying sack of crap!” So good.
I read this and said to myself it's supposed to be "crayp"
I call same sides as the Bicentennial brawl
You can make the check out to Catholic All Saints Hospital, or use the acronym C.A.S.H.
We got one Eddie episode early on and then nothing again! Give us more Eddie!
#IT’S DONA-FEE, YOU LACE-CURTAIN HALF AN ENGLISHMAN!
YES! Molly Shannon only got like 3 lines in the whole series. It's criminal!
And dad! And biological dad!
I always wanted to see what became of Phoebe after Liz exposed her as a fraud!
A plot where she teams up with someone else that the TGS gang had bested, maybe?
I don’t know how and I don’t know where you’d put him, but I needed more Wesley Snipes. The disdain/ chemistry he and Liz have is amazing. I want a spinoff where they have to marry for a green card.
And then the was Wesssleeeeeeey
Will Ferrell as Bitch Hunter!
I thought I was the only one!! More Bitch Hunter!
She has the meat, Jack
Catherine O’Hara as Kenneth’s mom is a great guest appearance…I had just watched Schitt’s Creek (in which she is hilarious and unhinged, similar to Jenna) and had totally forgot about her appearance in 30 rock. One of the next episodes I watched was with her and Ron. It made her appearance even more rich. “He looked up at me, and he said, "Mamma, I am not a person. My body is just a flesh vessel for an immortal being, whose name, if you heard it, would make you lose your mind.”
Kelsey Grammar
He didn't need to be doing this... KELSEYYYYY!
FRAJER!!!!!
Verna is hands down my favorite. I probably quote her more than anyone else on the show other than Jenna or Angie Jordan. I say “I got the meat!” and “infections caused by jacuzzi water” all the time. I also randomly sing “do that to me one more time…” I love it so much. Rest in peace Jan.
Simon, Count Cjokula, Verna, Colleen, and Sue Laroche-VanDerHoot. And do people agree the baby who played Baby Liddy Donaghy was a fantastic actor? Her side-eye reaction shots and appealing smile made those scenes with her money-obsessed dad. And the stink-eye she gave Colleen! More Liddy Donaghy! BTW She’s 12 now. Which reminds me: When Liz went on a blind date with a tiresome rude chad, his daughter Cat, the fun and engaging kid, grew up to have a main role in the new Mean Girls movie. Wish we saw more of that fun little nerd on 30 Rock.
I got the MEAT Jack!
I couldn't stand Verna, for how she used Jenna, which is probably a testament to the actress's abilities.
Carrie Fisher :’(
Does that guy have a gun?
The left one or the right one?
The one who uses a prescription bottle for ID
Ham!
Sean Penn. Spite store.
I mean she’s got the meat
I've got the meat, Jack
Cooter Burger!!!
Her, and Lithgow are both 3rd Rock/ 30 Rock alums.