The comedian recalls one of the wildest live TV moments from her Saturday Night Live days.

Amy Poehler Shares a Hilarious SNL Memory

October 29, 2025: Comedy icon Amy Poehler recently opened up about one of the most unexpected moments she experienced during her time on Saturday Night Live — when a celebrity host actually fell asleep in the middle of a live sketch. During a recent interview, Poehler shared the hilarious memory, proving that live television really can bring anything.

“I looked over, and he was just… asleep,” Poehler laughed. “It was one of those sketches where everyone’s supposed to be paying attention, and suddenly I realized he wasn’t acting — he was napping! So, I just said, ‘Guess his character’s asleep now,’ and we kept going.”

The Joys (and Chaos) of Live Comedy

While she didn’t reveal the sleepy host’s name, Poehler’s story perfectly captures the unpredictable nature of live TV. Known for her quick wit and improvisational genius, she managed to save the scene without missing a beat.

The Parks and Recreation star, who spent years making audiences laugh on SNL, said it’s moments like these that make the show legendary. “That’s what makes SNL magic,” she explained. “It’s messy, it’s unpredictable, and it’s live — you never know what’s going to happen.”