US EditionAmy Poehler Spent 'SNL' Sexual Harassment Seminar Drawing Dirty Pictures, Then Handed Them In
- Amy Poehler admitted to being distracted during a sexual harassment seminar at work when she accidentally handed in a drawing instead of the sign-in sheet.
- This admission came amid Poehler's wider reflections on Saturday Night Live's problematic sketches highlighted during its 50th anniversary segment addressing past mistakes.
- Poehler acknowledged that all comedians on SNL, including herself, have portrayed characters they should not have and emphasized the importance of learning from those errors.
- She acknowledged that they all portrayed characters they shouldn't have and emphasized that the most important response is to acknowledge errors, take responsibility, and strive to improve moving forward.
- Poehler’s reflections suggest ongoing efforts to improve workplace culture and accountability, reinforcing the need for repair and growth in comedy and beyond.
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