Molly Shannon (born September 16, 1964) is an American actress and comedian. She was a cast member on the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live from 1995 to 2001. In 2017, she won the Film Independent Spirit Award for playing Joanne Mulcahey in the Chris Kelly autobiographical film Other People .

Molly Shannon. Actress: Superstar. Molly Shannon has become one of Hollywood's most sought-after talents on television and the silver screen. Shannon spent six seasons as a member of the repertory company on "Saturday Night Live," primarily known for the eclectic characters she created, such as Mary Katherine Gallagher and Sally O'Malley.

Apr 11, 2022 · As a cast member of Saturday Night Live from 1995 until 2001, Molly Shannon became famous for playing Catholic schoolgirl Mary Katherine Gallagher. She says that landing a spot on SNL — and...

Oct 10, 2024 · When Mary Katherine Gallagher made her Saturday Night Live debut in 1995, the character was an immediate sensation. A nerdy Catholic schoolgirl with severe stage fright and big showbiz dreams, she...

Jun 5, 2024 · Molly Helen Shannon is an American Comic actress who gained popularity for her work as one of the cast members on Saturday Night Live. She was on the show from 1995-2001 and established herself as the longest-serving female cast member on the show.

Feb 8, 2024 · • Molly Shannon is an American actress and comedian best known for her work on "Saturday Night Live". • Her early life was marked by tragedy when her mother, sister and cousin died in a car accident when she was four years old.

Nov 20, 2024 · Get to know Molly Shannon—from her heartbreaking childhood to her Saturday Night Live character to her family, husband, kids, net worth and more.

1 day ago · Molly Shannon revealed what it was really like to work with two of Hollywood’s biggest A-listers on “Saturday Night Live.” The comedian, who starred on the live NBC skit show from 1995 to ...

2 days ago · In celebration of Saturday Night Live's 50th anniversary, Molly Shannon recalled some of her favorite celebrity hosts, including Jennifer Aniston, during an exclusive interview with PEOPLE

Apr 12, 2022 · Molly Shannon has written the candid memoir "Hello, Molly!" She says while "some comedians push people away," she likes to "share stuff to connect."