Tim Meadows, the veteran actor best known for his work on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL), has spoken highly of his long-time friend and fellow cast member Adam Sandler, declaring him the funniest person he knows. Meadows, who is now 65, reminisced about their time together on SNL from 1991 to 1995 during a recent episode of the podcast “Literally! With Rob Lowe.”
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In the podcast, hosted by Rob Lowe, Meadows was asked to name some of the funniest individuals he has encountered in his extensive career. With a sense of nostalgia, Meadows pointed out that while he knows many talented comedians, Sandler stands out as his personal favourite. He spoke fondly of their enduring friendship, which has allowed them to create comedic bits together for over three decades.
“I know a lot of very funny people, but Sandler, I think, for me… ’cause I’ve known him so long, and we have a really good friendship,” Meadows explained. He further elaborated on the joy they share in crafting humorous bits, saying, “We have bits that we do with each other from 30 years ago… Then you create new bits whenever you hang out with him.” He highlighted Sandler’s spontaneity and love for laughter as key reasons for their strong comedic connection.
Meadows did not shy away from praising their SNL castmate David Spade, who also starred alongside them during their time on the show. He described Spade as “very funny” and suggested that he would be among the select few from SNL with whom he would consider embarking on a cross-country road trip. “I always say there’s very few people from SNL that I would drive across the country with, [but] Spade is probably in my top three or four people that I could do that with,” he said, emphasising Spade’s comedic talent.
Currently, Meadows is starring in the new CBS comedy series “DMV”, a workplace ensemble that features him alongside Molly Kearney and Tony Cavalero. He plays a character named Gregg, who he describes as a worn-out former teacher now working at the DMV. Meadows shares a humorous perspective on his character’s life, noting, “sort of winding down his days in life, basically,” which resonates with many viewers who understand the comedic truths of everyday life.
Following its premiere in October, Meadows expressed his excitement about how the show has evolved. He explained that the writing has improved significantly over time, crediting the writers’ familiarity with the cast and their dynamics both on and off-screen. “One thing that I really loved is that the writers were writing the characters in the beginning in the first few episodes, and then they got to know us [the cast] as actors and people,” he said. This understanding led to a more authentic representation of their comedic interactions.
With an enthusiastic tone, Meadows teased that viewers should look forward to the latter half of the season, stating, “I’m really excited for people to see it,” as the writers capture the comedic essence of their shared experiences. This adaptation speaks volumes about the collaboration between the creative team and the cast, making the show more relatable and humorous.
“DMV” airs every Monday at 8:30 p.m. ET on CBS, with episodes available for streaming on Paramount+. With Meadows at the helm, the series promises to blend humour with relatable themes, engaging audiences with its spirited portrayal of the everyday trials within a government office.
As Meadows continues to celebrate his friendship with Sandler and his burgeoning role in “DMV”, it is clear that both actors have maintained their comedic chemistry and camaraderie well beyond their SNL days. Their ability to craft enduring humour remains a testament to the enduring nature of their connection and the joy they find in each other’s company.