For Variety’s series, Kristen Wiig and Jon Hamm sat down to discuss their various roles, including Wiig’s series and Hamm’s stint on and . But the conversation quickly turned into them talking about being naked together, , and a “junk sock” so there is a lot of unpack here. The two actors just appeared alongside each other on an episode of last month, and Hamm reflected on the fast-paced world of a quick change for live television.
“The fun part of SNL...
one time I was hosting, and we both had quick changes next to each other,” he began. “And you’re like, ‘Get ready,’ and then we’re both naked. They’re literally tearing clothes off of you.
You just have to go with it.” This is not the first time the two have been , though they must be used to it. Wiig then went into detail about her last quick change: The last time I was back, I had a quick change.
They were stripping me, and I looked over, and Kenan [Thompson] was doing the same thing. I was like, “Oh, we’ve seen each other.” All of the parts.
It’s fine. It’s only awkward because you have to submit to it. You’re a total mannequin.
The “in-between sketches” is the most interesting — it’s such a beautiful dance. And you never see the seams. My first time hosting was right in the middle of [your time].
And then I hosted three times, and we worked together so much. And then I was at your last show, which was so awesome and fun and, I’m sure, tremendously emotional for you. Isn’.