Melissa Villaseñor’s many impressions gave the2021 Film Independent Spirit Awardsa fun twist throughout a virtual award show.TheSaturday Night Livecast member, 33, hosted the award show on Thursday night and delivered hilarious impressions of stars likeCarey Mulligan,Owen WilsonandBillie Eilish.During the cold open of the show, Villaseñor did her best impressions of past Independent Spirit Awards hostsJohn Mulaney,Kate McKinnonandSarah Silvermanas they gave her advice about what makes a good award show host via video chat.“I have cohosted this show one and a half times, and what I have noticed is it’s all about confidence,” Villaseñor’s Mulaney said, donning his signature suit, neat hairstyle and voice.IFCRich Fury/Getty ImagesVillaseñor’s Silverman advised her to work on her timing, saying, “Timing, it’s everything. Setup, punch line, apologize — but that will come 17 years from now.“In another skit, Villaseñorperfected Wilson’s voice and intonationsasNomadland’s Frances McDormand’s coworker at a warehouse in one of the film’s scenes.“I bet you’re wondering why I’m here,” she said. “Why is Owen Wilson working in a sporting goods store? I live here now. I’m out of the movie game. I was suffering from some serious hypertension.“Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Throughout the night, Villaseñor impersonated Mulligan’s Cassie fromPromising Young Womanand Eilish.Prior to hosting, Villaseñor toldThe Hollywood Reportershe wasn’t setting out to roast any of this year’s award contenders.“We’re not making fun of any of the movies because they’re all pretty heavy. I’m kind of the butt of the joke,” she said. “I think, with the writers, that we have come up with some pretty fun stuff. Of course, they know my voice and style. I’m not a mean comic. It doesn’t work for me.”
Melissa Villaseñor’s many impressions gave the2021 Film Independent Spirit Awardsa fun twist throughout a virtual award show.
TheSaturday Night Livecast member, 33, hosted the award show on Thursday night and delivered hilarious impressions of stars likeCarey Mulligan,Owen WilsonandBillie Eilish.
During the cold open of the show, Villaseñor did her best impressions of past Independent Spirit Awards hostsJohn Mulaney,Kate McKinnonandSarah Silvermanas they gave her advice about what makes a good award show host via video chat.
“I have cohosted this show one and a half times, and what I have noticed is it’s all about confidence,” Villaseñor’s Mulaney said, donning his signature suit, neat hairstyle and voice.
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Villaseñor’s Silverman advised her to work on her timing, saying, “Timing, it’s everything. Setup, punch line, apologize — but that will come 17 years from now.”
In another skit, Villaseñorperfected Wilson’s voice and intonationsasNomadland’s Frances McDormand’s coworker at a warehouse in one of the film’s scenes.
“I bet you’re wondering why I’m here,” she said. “Why is Owen Wilson working in a sporting goods store? I live here now. I’m out of the movie game. I was suffering from some serious hypertension.”
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
Throughout the night, Villaseñor impersonated Mulligan’s Cassie fromPromising Young Womanand Eilish.
Prior to hosting, Villaseñor toldThe Hollywood Reportershe wasn’t setting out to roast any of this year’s award contenders.
“We’re not making fun of any of the movies because they’re all pretty heavy. I’m kind of the butt of the joke,” she said. “I think, with the writers, that we have come up with some pretty fun stuff. Of course, they know my voice and style. I’m not a mean comic. It doesn’t work for me.”
source: people.com
