Date of Birth: September 16, 1964
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Biography
Molly Helen Shannon is an American actress and comedian best known for her work on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) from 1995 to 2001. Born in Shaker Heights, Ohio, Shannon attended New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts, where she studied drama. After graduating, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue her acting career. Shannon’s big break came when she joined the cast of SNL, where she became famous for her character Mary Katherine Gallagher, a socially awkward Catholic schoolgirl. This iconic character was later adapted into the feature film “Superstar” (1999). Shannon has also appeared in numerous films and TV shows, including “Never Been Kissed” (1999), “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000), “HBO’s Divorce,” and “The White Lotus.” In addition to her acting career, Shannon has authored a memoir titled “Hello, Molly!” published in 2022. The memoir delves into her personal life and career, providing an intimate look at her journey in the entertainment industry.
5 Interesting Facts about Molly Shannon
1. Molly Shannon was almost cast in the role of Phoebe Buffay on “Friends.”
2. She lost her mother, younger sister, and cousin in a car accident when she was just four years old.
3. Shannon’s memoir “Hello, Molly!” became a New York Times bestseller.
4. She was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for her role in “The White Lotus.”
5. Shannon has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, awarded in 2018.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Molly Shannon
1. “I think the key to success is finding what you’re passionate about and pursuing it.”
2. “I love doing characters who are oddballs or misfits.”
3. “Comedy is a great way to deal with difficult emotions and situations.”
4. “I’ve always tried to stay true to myself and not let the industry change me.”
5. “I believe in the power of resilience and the importance of family.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
$7 million
Children
Molly Shannon has two children with her husband, Fritz Chesnut: a daughter, Stella Shannon Chesnut, and a son, Nolan Shannon Chesnut.
Relevant Links
1. [Molly Shannon IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0788340/
2. [Molly Shannon Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Molly_Shannon
3. [Molly Shannon on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/theofficialsuperstar/
4. [Hello, Molly! Memoir](https://www.amazon.com/Hello-Molly-Memoir-Shannon/dp/0063056274
5. [Molly Shannon on SNL](https://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/cast/molly-shannon-14756
