Join comedic powerhouses Dana Carvey and David Spade in “Fly on the Wall,” where they bring laughter and light-heartedness to the maze of celebrity culture. In their inimitable style, Carvey kicks off the quips by delving into the phenomena of fame through the lens of Meghan Markle's escalating stardom upon her royal engagement – contrasted with humorous anecdotes reflecting her earlier career in "Suits." This whimsical banter, doused in satire, also takes us on a journey laden with impressions, where Carvey's repertoire ranges from "Red Red Necky" to royalty and even a dash of presidential mimicry that will leave listeners in stitches.
Meanwhile, David Spade nostalgically recounts past glories, bringing the amusement of his movie premiere escapades to the forefront. His anecdotes about events from "Tommy Boy" garner chuckles, while his heartfelt recount of donating to a Burger King employee expands into a comedic narrative of how his generosity snowballed into an unlikely series of events. The chemistry between these two seasoned comedians turns every tale into a laughter-filled session, giving an audacious peek behind the curtains of their lives and the unpredictable nature of fame.
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Dana Carvey comments on the interesting dynamics of fame, using Meghan Markle as an example. He humorously illustrates how Meghan's stardom was comparatively minor while acting on "Suits" but skyrocketed once she started dating Prince Harry. Carvey portrays a fictitious moment where Prince Harry boasts about Meghan's fame to his father, who then humorously Google searches her expecting top-tier fame, only to realize her celebrity status is not as vast as assumed.
The humor continues as Carvey references a recent Super Bowl commercial featuring the cast of "Suits," showcasing how Meghan's fame has become intertwined with her royal engagement, sharply contrasting with her earlier career.
David Spade nostalgically recalls his movie premiere adventures, injecting humor into memories and sharing an amusing banter with Dana Carvey. He talks about the laughs he got from displaying old premiere photos, especially one where his unique fashion statement, a particular hat, was the center of Dana Carvey's jokes, despite Spade's own fond recollection of it.
Sharing anecdotes from the "Tommy Boy" premiere in London, he recounts the lack of recognition he and Chris Farley faced, despite their comedic attempts to stand out, including Farley wielding an Irish shillelagh for good luck and their eager anticipation of fanfare at Planet Hollywood.
Dana Carvey entertains with a medley of impersonations, beginning with his original bit, "Red Red Necky," a satire of redneck comedians, complete with a customized accent and catchphrases. He transitions to mimic Prince Charles in a fictional dialogue about Meghan Markle, depicting Charles with humor and reverence.
Carvey continues to captivate his audience switching to imagined conversations between Prince Harry and Meghan, infusing them with conjectures about their private discussions regarding her "Suits" role.
Finally, Carvey adds a spoof of President Donald Trump, introducing a variety of satirical voices and enhancing the conversation with his virtuoso mimicry.
David Spade shares the touching aftermath of his generous $5,000 donation to a Burger King employee's GoFundMe. His contribution sparked a chain reaction, eventually raising $40,000, enabling the dedicated employee not only to go on a vacation but also to make life-changing purchases. Eventually, the employee's story and Spade's role in it were highlighted on the Today Show, leading to a direct exchange between the two.
Spade finishes with a playful jest, suggesting the possibility of a future $1 million fund, humorously claiming his entitlement to a share of the donations. The story culminates with a satirical goal of affording tickets to a Taylor Swift concert, depicting how the funds have grown unexpectedly since Spade's initial act of kindness.
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Carvey delves into the nuances of celebrity culture, specifically relating to Meghan Markle and how her fame was perceived before and after her relationship with Prince Harry.
Carvey humorously imagines a scenario where Prince Harry introduces Meghan Markle to his father, presenting her as the biggest star in the world. He then jests that King Charles, curious about Meghan's celebrity status, decides to Google her, humorously expecting her to be among the top 100 famous people only to find that this is not the case.
Celebrity culture and Meghan Markle's fame
David Spade reminisces about his past experiences attending movie premieres, sharing anecdotes and engaging in banter with Dana Carvey about the memories and his fashion choices.
David Spade brings humor to the conversation as he shows pictures from his past movie premieres. One image, in particular, catches Dana Carvey's attention—a photo of Spade donning a distinctive hat. Carvey teases Spade about the confidence required to wear such a hat without a hint of irony. Despite the ribbing, Spade stands by his fashion statement, remarking that he thought the hat was "so fucking cool" at the time and even admits that he has kept it to this day.
Spade continues to entertain with tales from the London premiere of "Tommy Boy," a movie which he starred in alongside the ...
David Spade's Past Movie Premiere Experiences
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Dana Carvey showcases an array of comedic impersonations during his conversation with David Spade, breathing life into several public figures and his original characters.
Carvey discusses his character "Red Red Necky," the quintessential redneck comedian. He delves into the depths of this character by sharing examples of Red Red Necky's jokes and punchlines, notably emphasizing the character's memorable catchphrase, "come and get some." Carvey even hints at the character's persona by delivering jokes in the distinct redneck accent that embodies "Red Red Necky."
Transitioning from his original characters to notable public figures, Carvey exhibits his talent for impressions with a humorous take on Prince Charles. He imagines a conversation where Charles speaks to his late father about Meghan Markle, with admiration, referring to her as a superstar and an esteemed American actress.
Carvey doesn't stop there; he cleverly concocts what he thinks a ...
Dana Carvey Impressions
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David Spade shares the heartwarming tale of his $5,000 donation to a Burger King employee's GoFundMe, which sparked a cascade of further donations and significant media attention.
David Spade talks about his decision to donate $5,000 to a GoFundMe campaign set up for a dedicated Burger King employee who worked for 27 years without missing a day. This employee's story went viral when he received a less-than-impressive gift from Burger King for his long-standing service. The GoFundMe was originally created to fund a well-deserved vacation for the employee, and thanks to Spade's contribution, the campaign quickly reached its $15,000 goal.
Upon hitting the news, the donation amount snowballed, reaching $40,000 the following week. The employee's story gained even more traction when he was featured on the Today Show, where it was highlighted that David Spade had contributed to his cause, and the employee got a chance to have direct communication with Spade himself.
A year after the o ...
Revisiting David Spade's donation to the viral Burger King employee
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