To say that Kenan Thompson is a pro when it comes to performing Saturday Night Live sketches would be a gross understatement. As it stands, Thompson is the longest-running cast member in SNL history, and he’s quite proud of that milestone. He’s made fans laugh by way of a number of live (and pre-recorded) segments for the NBC show. Thompson certainly has the comedic chops, and he’s also skilled in the art of not breaking character. On that note, the beloved comic shared how he manages to keep his giggles amid tapings.
Because Thompson has been part of some of the funniest SNL sketches to ever make it to the air, it’s quite impressive that viewers rarely ever see him lose his composure. It seems there’s a specific reason for that, though. Thompson recently caught up with People, during which he discussed his tenure on the TV institution as well as his formative years as a child star. When asked about his tendency to not break amid sketches, Thompson revealed his strategy:
