Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Sarah Sherman

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Sarah Sherman made an impact.

Sarah Nicole Sherman, known as Sarah Squirm, is an American comedian, actress, and screenwriter recognized for her surreal and body horror comedy style. She joined Saturday Night Live (SNL) as a featured player in October 2021 during its 47th season. In October 2023, she was promoted to repertory status on SNL, cementing her position as a key member of the cast.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2016: First SNL Audition

In 2016, Sarah Sherman auditioned for Saturday Night Live as part of a showcase at the iO Theater in Chicago, which also featured Alex Moffat.

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2018: Television Debut in Adult Swim Infomercial

In 2018, Sarah Sherman made her television debut in an Adult Swim infomercial titled "Flayaway."

2019: Opened for Eric André on Legalize Everything Tour

In 2019, Sarah Sherman opened for comedian Eric André on his Legalize Everything tour. She also wrote for The Eric Andre Show, Three Busy Debras, and Magic for Humans.

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2019: Collaboration with Dan Bulla at SNL

Since 2019, Season 45, Sarah Sherman has frequently collaborated with writer/film producer Dan Bulla at SNL, sharing an office and creating sketches like "Jewish Elvis," "My Best Friend's House," and "Shrimp Tower."

October 2021: Featured Player on Saturday Night Live

In October 2021, Sarah Sherman joined the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live as a featured player, starting with its 47th season.

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2021: Second SNL Audition and Casting

In 2021, Sarah Sherman auditioned again for Saturday Night Live and was cast as a featured player for its 47th season, alongside James Austin Johnson and Aristotle Athari.

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2021: Weekend Update Segments on SNL

In 2021, Sarah Sherman's segments on Weekend Update became popular, featuring characters such as Nancy Grace and Genesis Fry, and sketches like "Sarah Sherman Roasts Colin Jost," which was ranked among the best sketches of the year.

2022: Introduction of New Materials to Costumes and Props at SNL

In 2022, Sarah Sherman introduced new materials to the costumes and props departments at SNL, including an advanced vomit rig and customized googly eyes for the "Eyes" sketch, which The Guardian listed as one of the 10 best sketches from the 48th season.

2022: Screenwriter for Jackass Forever

In 2022, Sarah Sherman was credited as a screenwriter for the reality comedy film sequel Jackass Forever. She was also cast as a character in downloadable content for the video game High on Life.

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October 2023: Promotion to Repertory Status at SNL

In October 2023, Sarah Sherman was promoted to repertory status on Saturday Night Live.

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October 2023: Hosting Freakradio Emergency Hotline

Since October 2023, Sarah Sherman has been hosting the NTS Radio show Freakradio Emergency Hotline, featuring artists like Macula Dog and Negativland.

2023: Acting Roles in "You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah" and "Nimona"

In 2023, Sarah Sherman co-starred in the Adam Sandler comedy film "You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah" and voiced "Coriander Cadaverish" in the animated film "Nimona".

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