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A candid, hilarious, and heartbreaking memoir of resilience and redemption by comedic genius Molly ShannonAt age four, Molly Shannons world was shattered when she lost her mother, baby sister, and cousin in a car accident with her father at the wheel. Held together by her tender and complicated relationship with her grieving father, Molly was raised in a permissive household where her gift for improvising and role-playing blossomed alongside the fearlessness that would lead her to become a celebrated actress.From there, Molly ventured into the wider world of New York and Los Angeles show business, where she created her own opportunities and developed her daring and empathetic comedy. Filled with behind-the-scenes stories involving everyone from Whitney Houston to Adam Sandler to Monica Lewinsky, many told for the first time here, Hello, Molly! spans Mollys time on Saturday Night Live - where she starred alongside Will Ferrell, Adam Sandler, Cheri Oteri, Tracy Morgan, and Jimmy Fallon, among many others. At the same time, it explores with humor and candor her struggle to come to terms with the legacy of her father, a man who both fostered her gifts and drive and was left with the impossible task of raising his kids alone after the loss of her mother.Witty, winning, and told with tremendous energy and heart, Hello, Molly!, written with Sean Wilsey, sheds new and revelatory light on the life and work of one of our most talented and free-spirited performers.

Journey Through Laughter, Tears, and Triumph with Molly Shannon in "Hello, Molly!"

In the captivating memoir "Hello, Molly!", the multi-talented actress, comedienne, and Saturday Night Live alum, Molly Shannon, invites readers on an intimate journey through her life - a tale of laughter, tears, and unwavering resilience.

With her signature wit and candor, Shannon delves into her remarkable career, from her early days as a struggling actress in New York City to her rise to stardom on SNL and beyond. Through hilarious anecdotes and poignant reflections, she paints a vivid picture of her experiences in the entertainment industry, sharing both the triumphs and the challenges.

Shannon's memoir is not just a story of success. It is a deeply personal narrative that explores her tumultuous childhood, marked by familial struggles and the loss of her mother at a young age. With raw honesty, she recounts the challenges she faced, including eating disorders, depression, and the devastating car accident that nearly took her life.

"Hello, Molly!" is a testament to the transformative power of laughter, resilience, and the human spirit. Shannon's ability to find humor in the darkest of times and her unwavering optimism in the face of adversity is truly inspiring. Through her story, she encourages readers to embrace their own quirks, overcome obstacles, and never give up on their dreams.

This poignant memoir will resonate with anyone who has ever struggled with adversity or sought solace in laughter. Molly Shannon's "Hello, Molly!" is a celebration of life, a reminder of the importance of staying true to oneself, and a heartfelt exploration of the human capacity for resilience.