Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · November 12, 2025 · 1h 2m

Julia Gets Wise with Jane Curtin

Julia Louis-Dreyfus talks with 78-year-old comedy icon and Saturday Night Live original cast member Jane Curtin. They reflect on the 50th anniversary of SNL and the lasting friendships among the women of that first cast. Jane shares the story of meeting her husband Patrick Lynch, their 50-year marriage and hands-on parenting, and how she navigates grief after his recent passing. Julia's 91-year-old mom Judy also joins to recall the moment she learned Julia was cast on SNL.

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Highlights

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Enduring Friendships Among SNL's First Women

Jane Curtin and the women of SNL's original cast formed deep, lasting friendships that endured across decades.

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A Marriage That Lasted 50 Years

Curtin describes meeting her husband Patrick Lynch and the choices that sustained their marriage for half a century.

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Navigating Grief After a Spouse's Death

After Patrick Lynch's passing, Curtin discusses what grief has taught her and how she continues to move forward.

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A Mother's Pride: Julia's SNL Casting

Julia's 91-year-old mother Judy shares the moment she found out Julia would be on Saturday Night Live.

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Editorial

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Hands-On Parenting as a Deliberate Choice

Curtin and her husband made a conscious decision to be actively involved in raising their children.

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Misc

✧Julia's 91-year-old mother Judy shares her reaction to Julia's SNL casting.

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