Samantha Bee Responds to Lorne Michaels' Criticism

Samantha Bee has publicly responded to Lorne Michaels' critical mention of her in his upcoming biography, where he labeled her as 'one-sided and strident,' suggesting such qualities are not fitting for Saturday Night Live (SNL). In her remarks on The Daily Beast podcast, Bee humorously challenged Michaels’ characterization, stating, 'imagine calling anyone strident when you have built a career out of elevating the loudest guy in the room.' Despite her disagreement with the portrayal, she acknowledged the truth in Michaels' words, saying, 'I concede the point. He’s right, I am one-sided. And I am strident, and proudly so.' Bee expressed her long-standing admiration for SNL, describing it as a 'delicious treat' she enjoyed as a child. However, she admitted that being negatively referenced in a prominent biography was disheartening. Overall, while she appreciates the show, she is unapologetic about her comedic style and stance.