Gilda Radner was an American actress, comedian, and writer, born in 1946 and passed away in 1989. She was one of the original cast members of “Saturday Night Live” (SNL), the iconic late-night comedy sketch show, and is widely considered one of the greatest comic performers of her generation. Radner was known for her quirky, off-beat characters, including the giggly and endearingly ditzy Roseanne Roseannadanna, and the nerdy, socially awkward Lisa Loopner. She was a versatile performer, equally at home in comedic sketches and more dramatic roles, and was praised for her physical comedy and comedic timing. After leaving SNL, Radner continued to act on stage, screen, and television, and wrote a best-selling memoir, “It’s Always Something”. She died of ovarian cancer at the age of 42, but her legacy and impact on popular culture have continued to endure. She remains one of the most beloved and celebrated comedians of all time.
