Says a ton about Lorne Michaels credibility. He was just trying to give Hader in a second if he didn't deliver than blame it on the executives upstairs.
@@TryMyMartini I was also gonna say talent. He knew he needed him. There's literally nothing this guy can't do... Amazing actor! My number one, along with Sacha Baron Cohen.
Lorne did the exact same thing when everything went down with Norm MacDonald when he got fired from the show. He's a legend whose always stood up for the people he loves and respects.
goddamn i love bill hader even more because he's so open about his anxiety. like, i deal with a lot of the same shit and it's just so refreshing to see someone who's not over his anxiety but dealing with it well enough to be so successful. gives me some hope in my own recovery.
For real. I get panic attacks that are exactly as he describes. The fuzzy head unable to think clearly, need to pace etc. Whats funny is that a doc told him to have a drink which is actually really helpful. Both alcohol and common anxiety medicines affect the GABA receptors and help you relax a bit.
@@3207SuzyQ sorry this is kinda late but i do theater and i haven’t done this directly, however, one time my scene partner messed up her line and i had to improv it then later in the scene my solo music didn’t start on time so i had to improv again and i found that i was oddly calm when improving before my solo and i think it was because i already had to improv so i think i indirectly did what he was talking about
@@TheWorld_2099 Most actors will tell you that they have butterflies in their stomachs. However people who suffer from the actual mental Illness of anxiety will tell you that they have Condors in their stomachs!
That last bit about messing up the first line a little bit and then seeing that everything's fine is a great example of how exposure therapy works. Every time he does that creates a positive memory of doing what he fears doing, and little by little the fear shrinks with time after each exposure with a positive outcome.
Godamn it that is a good Paul McCartney. And I'm British. Bill Hader is the one American actor who could work exclusively for the BBC for a year or two and he would probably nail every dialect in the British Isles.
MazBringsby I know right? He’s like a person you just want to hug and hangout with all the time. He actually, reminds me of one of my friends who’s no longer my friend anymore. :(
Seth Belfort - duh...so again, what are you? An insider who ‘knows’ what Bill Hader knows, and you’re the ‘bummer guy’ talking about his relationship with Weinstein?
Hader is great! Coincidentally, McCartney tells a story about when he was on the Ed Sullivan Show, performing 'Yesterday' for the first time. A Stagehand was watching him peek through the curtain, and asked him, "You nervous?" Macca, being the consummate professional, replied that he wasn't. The stagehand says, "Well--you oughtta be--there's gonna be 20 million people watchin!" Paul said he wasn't nervous until the guy said that! LOL!
The amount of respect he gets from me, just for the fact he speaks on his anxiety. Speaking from personal experience, it’s hard to talk to people about it, because you assume they won’t understand. It’s crazy how relatable he is, especially because I always shake out my hands if I’m experiencing anxiety (idk why it’s my go to, but it is). To all my people dealing with anxiety, STAY STRONG YOU GOT THIS
Wow Bill Hader is so close to Barry. The awkwardness and anxiety, but also the pure inherent talent and drive... So interesting to see one of the best SNL members of recent years is so anxious and self conscious
this is really comforting to hear. it means sm when he talks openly abt his anxiety bc i look up to him and it helps to know that he can manage it and be successful (like maybe i can too woop)
This is really hopeful, how he has anxiety and still makes it through the day. Bill Hader really inspires me. He makes me want to take my anxiety meds and to do better for myself
I saw a really old Beatles clip and Paul McCartney was singing. I said to my friend that he looked nervous. She said, "Why would he be nervous? He's Paul McCartney." Now I think I was right; even Paul McCartney can get stage fright.
Such a down to earth, endearing guy! I’m shocked to hear him speak of this level of anxiety as he’s such an amazing performer! What an inspiration to all of us who are challenged by anxiety.
i have Anxiety and it realy kills me inside i'm always afraid , so hard to focus especialy in front of a big crowd i can't even speak , my hands and my chest always hurt its like needles living inside of you
Me too. I worry constantly and can never sleep. I can't remember the last time I was able to fall ( and stay) asleep without the use of medicine. It's been decades.
I had an anxiety attack yesterday because I had to get like a tax permission or some shit like that and I have a serious discalculation disorder and I couldn't understand what they were saying so I started crying and my heart rate was insane and it freaked me out even more so when the guy told me that crying won't help me I actually screamed at him "can't you see I'm scared right now? I can't control it." And then I took two beta blockers and actually explained to him what they were and only then he realized how serious it is and actually helped me work out the issue that got me to that place to begin with. But my point is, I'm 27, and before Bill came and talked so openly and so courageously about his fears I never dared to talk about it either, I was ashamed of it and thought that people wouldn't understand anyways so why bother explaining (that part is still true, by the way. Only people with real anxiety know what it feels like to have your brain on lockdown) But hearing him talking about it and seeing people's reaction to it truly inspired me. I was so scared to talk about it that I only went to a doctor for anxiety medication a few months ago, and now I'm actually TELLING people that I have anxieties so I need their help and their patients with me and that's why I'm acting weird. And that wouldn't have been possible if it wasn't for him. He was sent here.
@@weasley2o13 I hope it's getting better now! I noticed your comment on another video. I suffer from anxiety too, it's getting a lot better after 4 years of therapy, I've learned to set boundaries and I feel fine. Just to tell you there's hope. The thing about meditation works, too.
Wow... what a beautiful sensitive genuine soul! I swear most artists/creatives have such kind hearted spirits and they tend to be the ones who battle the most internal struggles. Bill reminds me of an INFP personality like myself. Just hearing his story gives me so much comfort, as a person with crippling anxiety myself who has hopes of working in the arts someday. Such an incredible talent and sensitive soul, love Bill!
Great channel. All of the interviews are very laid back and real. You kinda feel like the celebrity is sitting in your living room shooting the shit. I think the black and white helps to accomplish that vibe. Great job.
That's actually an interesting idea. I might try some variation of that when I do presentations. I'm really proud of anyone who has this level of anxiety that pushes themselves to do it anyways. Some people will have such severe anxiety they throw up or get the runs or can even get really dizzy.
It's really incredible that he was the glue on SNL for 8 years and always seemed so in control while he was actually battling panic attacks. I've had a couple panic attacks and when they are full blown you feel like you are dying or having a stroke and dissociate from reality. Maybe Bill's anxiety didn't quite tip over into that level or he just toughed it out and was somehow able to not only function but show off his wonderful comedic talent.
I have lived with Generalize Anxiety Disorder for 27 years. It hurts, but I think that people with the disorder have a lot of talent (I know, I am patting myself on the back)
Wow that’s incredible to hear that he was this anxious and still so clearly brilliant at his job. All extroverts are not alike..... 💭 (Love Bill Hader)
He always seems so confident in character. Can't remember whose roast it was but he played a military guy and I thought gee he's good and has a real presence. Who new?
Bill Hader is a brilliant, versatile, and witty, comedian. It is not unusual for very smart people to have stage fright or anxiety. Fortunately, they have the brains to try and figure out the impetus, and deal with that issue. Having Paul McCartney as a supporter certainly helps as well.
his impressions are the best! he is soooo confident on stage its crazy to hear how nervous he gets.... and very interesting to hear how he gets out of it! I love these little Episodes! Thank you Sam
Greetings from Canada! We only have three seasons of your series on Netflix here. But, I stumbled across your channel last year and now I get your notifications for new videos. Really great series and so many memorable interview moments. Congrats to your crew and the folks bts!
If you have anxiety, don't drink coffe. Paul McCartney has it right, I've had panic attacks, and all the times it was coffee triggering it and I didn't notice.
What you should do is calm your mind and body down. Caffeine releases cortisol, the stress hormone, and puts you in fight-or-flight mode. Magnesium everyday is a great way to calm. Add in some holy basil, ashwaganda and rhodiola. Deep breathing is free and really helps to trigger the parasympathetic nervous system.
Like we often talk about in therapy for anxiety and obsessions and compulsions (and others, I'm sure), Bill intentionally exposed himself to his biggest fear (intentionally saying the wrong thing to open the game show), realized he was still fine, and was able to continue. That's awesome!
I wonder if Bill hader's anxiety is somehow connected to his humor. people with anxiety tend to imagine all the many things that can go wrong in any given scenario, however unlikely those things are, which often causes them to overprepare. It can contribute to someone's amazing skills. Maybe it's part of why Bill Hader is so amazing; constant preparation. Regardless of what percentage of his brilliance would be lost, if any, I wish an anxiety free existence for him. I hope he gets on the right medication. I bet he will be very glad he did. they said Van Gogh suffered with depression and it contributed to His brilliant work. Well, whatever portion of his brilliance we would have lost if he had not been depressed, I wish we could have lost it. He deserved to be happy.
Interesting. I was the lead in a play with a big cast and was freaking out opening night. Another actor saw how nervous I was and basically told me I nailed it in rehearsals - I got this. That really helped. Sometimes all you need is an encouraging word.
I remember him telling the story about his anxiety somewhere several years ago, and he said his then wife would come down to the studio and do lamaze breathing with him before he'd go on.
I had this problem In college before presentations. I would usually pretend to vomit “I’m sorry I’m a little nervous” a majority of the class would bust out laughing and I would be absolutely fine after that.
It’s funny how anxiety shows itself. For some it’s events/people, public speaking, things going wrong in daily life, repairs in the home. It also expresses itself different in how it feels. For some it jitters, some it feels like ur skin has become sunburned, sweats, upset stomach, etc.
In other words, he was cast perfectly as Fear in Inside Out. I had zero idea that he had even an ounce of anxiety. Glad this randomly popped up in my suggestions.
WOW after so many successful years and thousands of great scenes and characters it’s amazing and really shocking his mind still so nervous and anxious but hey IT WORKS!! (For us all)
Wow. I know anxiety can be a bitch, I have anxiety disorder. I would have never guess Bill had anything close to that. Such a wonderful performer and possess variety of comedic genius! Absolutely love him.
omg think thats an ocd thing because so much of that mental game, the anxiety and the shaking the anxiety out of you especially the last part is very much what i have read and experienced wit ocd but then again maybe thats just anxiety.
Forget McCartney, Bill Haders little stage trick at the end to help his anxiety is BRILLIANT. What a smart idea! Fail immediately and move on. I love it.
Lots of people saying they have anxiety here. I have to recommend, because it's helped me so much, Hilary Jacobs Hendel's book 'It's Not Always Depression.' Other than that, whenever I've had to engage in public speaking, there's nothing like finding a private place beforehand and just shouting my head off. Calms me right down.
Public Speaking is one of the biggest fears out there. I have it but yet I still announce for baseball games and even perform in front of audiences. It is still tough after 30 years. I'm still looking for tricks to make it easier.
Bill Hader is one of my top favorite actors. I love that fact that Lorne Michaels told him that he could work at SNL as long as he wants. Lorne Michaels is an awesome person a runs SNL with very serious professionalism. I don't think that SNL will survive when Michaels passes.
It's so nice to hear that Bill has these anxiety problems. I do the exact same thing when I have anxiety (pacing, flailing my arms, etc.) and to know that he was able to get over this is really relieving.
I like to imagine Paul McCartney sitting in an armchair in random corners, ready to give situational life advice
I like to picture Paul McCartney with Angel Wings singing lead to Lynyrd Skynrd & I’m in the front row & im HAMMERED DRUNK
Man. That'd be awesome.
he probably is
It’s easy if you try.
YES SAME
Lorne Michaels said he could work at SNL as long as he wants...that says a ton about Bill Haders appeal or likability
Or talent.
Says a ton about Lorne Michaels credibility. He was just trying to give Hader in a second if he didn't deliver than blame it on the executives upstairs.
@@TryMyMartini I was also gonna say talent. He knew he needed him. There's literally nothing this guy can't do... Amazing actor! My number one, along with Sacha Baron Cohen.
Lorne did the exact same thing when everything went down with Norm MacDonald when he got fired from the show. He's a legend whose always stood up for the people he loves and respects.
you know he doesn’t say that to most cast members
“OK PAUL MCCARTNEY” 😂
FlashakaViolet that was so funny and classic Hader style 😄😂
Same vibes as "I love your work too...Tom Cruise" 😂
goddamn i love bill hader even more because he's so open about his anxiety. like, i deal with a lot of the same shit and it's just so refreshing to see someone who's not over his anxiety but dealing with it well enough to be so successful. gives me some hope in my own recovery.
For real. I get panic attacks that are exactly as he describes. The fuzzy head unable to think clearly, need to pace etc. Whats funny is that a doc told him to have a drink which is actually really helpful. Both alcohol and common anxiety medicines affect the GABA receptors and help you relax a bit.
❤️
Have you ever tried Bill Haders trick and intentionally screwed something up; just a bit?
@@3207SuzyQ sorry this is kinda late but i do theater and i haven’t done this directly, however, one time my scene partner messed up her line and i had to improv it then later in the scene my solo music didn’t start on time so i had to improv again and i found that i was oddly calm when improving before my solo and i think it was because i already had to improv so i think i indirectly did what he was talking about
“‘You screwed up and you’re still here’ and it would immediately go away”... truth.
Now THAT'S good advice!
I love how real this is. You often forget that actors deal with the same things we all deal with.
I wonder if they even deal with anxiety more than regular people, since they actually force them selves to get up and perform
@@TheWorld_2099 Most actors will tell you that they have butterflies in their stomachs. However people who suffer from the actual mental Illness of anxiety will tell you that they have Condors in their stomachs!
radar0412 - that’s a great image...
Condors
Ya I know, Paul McCartney gives me advice all the time too... lol
A New Chapter - he did warn us that he was going to do the “ultimate name drop“
That last bit about messing up the first line a little bit and then seeing that everything's fine is a great example of how exposure therapy works. Every time he does that creates a positive memory of doing what he fears doing, and little by little the fear shrinks with time after each exposure with a positive outcome.
Sounds like something I ought to try.
Wow, his Paul McCartney impression was spot on...
Mario Donaldo Mendoza Pineda all his impressions arr
I just watched a couple, his Alan Alda is perfect, his Harvey Fierstein is spot on.
Would you expect anything else?
Come on man ,this is the king of impressions you are talking about .
I came here to say this. I couldn't even believe how good that impression was.
Godamn it that is a good Paul McCartney. And I'm British. Bill Hader is the one American actor who could work exclusively for the BBC for a year or two and he would probably nail every dialect in the British Isles.
He didn’t get the American bogey word right - water.
@@Volvican the way he said water kinda sounded aussie 😂
Well Paul doesn't way water right either!!!!
I really wish that Bill Hader was a close friend. He is one of the most likeable people I have seen in the media ever. What a great person .
MazBringsby I know right? He’s like a person you just want to hug and hangout with all the time. He actually, reminds me of one of my friends who’s no longer my friend anymore. :(
Seth Belfort - and you know that because you’re his backstabbing friend?
Seth Belfort - you’re referring to Weinstein...there’s only one Weinstein...so how are you making such a claim?
Seth Belfort - duh...so again, what are you? An insider who ‘knows’ what Bill Hader knows, and you’re the ‘bummer guy’ talking about his relationship with Weinstein?
I love how he basically says he's sorry he's going to name drop Paul McCartney, this guy is so humble lol
He's from Oklahoma! ; )
I could listen to Bill tell stories all day long. His timing and impressions are flawless.
Hader is great! Coincidentally, McCartney tells a story about when he was on the Ed Sullivan Show, performing 'Yesterday' for the first time.
A Stagehand was watching him peek through the curtain, and asked him, "You nervous?" Macca, being the consummate professional, replied that he wasn't. The stagehand says, "Well--you oughtta be--there's gonna be 20 million people watchin!"
Paul said he wasn't nervous until the guy said that! LOL!
That's 73 million people actually.
Awww that was sweet of Paul. Makes me like them both EVEN MORE.
The amount of respect he gets from me, just for the fact he speaks on his anxiety. Speaking from personal experience, it’s hard to talk to people about it, because you assume they won’t understand. It’s crazy how relatable he is, especially because I always shake out my hands if I’m experiencing anxiety (idk why it’s my go to, but it is). To all my people dealing with anxiety, STAY STRONG YOU GOT THIS
Wow Bill Hader is so close to Barry. The awkwardness and anxiety, but also the pure inherent talent and drive... So interesting to see one of the best SNL members of recent years is so anxious and self conscious
Not to mention the serial killing.
Turns around & there's Paul McCartney. "Oh, hello Paul, I'm a little nervous." "Hey Bill. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders."
Lynn Turman 👍
"Scrambled eggs?"
close...
Let it be, LET IT BE-EEE, let it be. let it be.
But the movement he needs is on his shoulders.
I love him so much for talking about how bad it can get. That fact that he kept going on for 8 years regardless makes him my hero.
Wow I never knew he dealt with this. Makes me like him even more
S S he talks about it all the time
Bill has always been candid about his anxiety. It surprised me to hear at first. I think he talked at length about it on Norm Macdonald Live.
this is really comforting to hear. it means sm when he talks openly abt his anxiety bc i look up to him and it helps to know that he can manage it and be successful (like maybe i can too woop)
@tahliashaye is typing complete words that taxing for you?
@@calisongbird is typing your name that taxing for you?
His Paul McCartney impression was good, but all I can think when I hear this story is what a nice guy Paul is to give him that advice!
This is really hopeful, how he has anxiety and still makes it through the day. Bill Hader really inspires me. He makes me want to take my anxiety meds and to do better for myself
Spot on impression
His McCartney is amazing. He is naturally funny and this interview is the shit. Thank you for posting this!
I saw a really old Beatles clip and Paul McCartney was singing. I said to my friend that he looked nervous. She said, "Why would he be nervous? He's Paul McCartney." Now I think I was right; even Paul McCartney can get stage fright.
My heart had grown three times this day. What a legend Bill is
Such a down to earth, endearing guy! I’m shocked to hear him speak of this level of anxiety as he’s such an amazing performer! What an inspiration to all of us who are challenged by anxiety.
You'd have never known he had anxiety during last weeks show!
i have Anxiety and it realy kills me inside i'm always afraid , so hard to focus especialy in front of a big crowd i can't even speak , my hands and my chest always hurt its like needles living inside of you
Me too. I worry constantly and can never sleep. I can't remember the last time I was able to fall ( and stay) asleep without the use of medicine. It's been decades.
speaking about sleeping i'm half awake and my eyes fucking hurt
I had an anxiety attack yesterday because I had to get like a tax permission or some shit like that and I have a serious discalculation disorder and I couldn't understand what they were saying so I started crying and my heart rate was insane and it freaked me out even more so when the guy told me that crying won't help me I actually screamed at him "can't you see I'm scared right now? I can't control it." And then I took two beta blockers and actually explained to him what they were and only then he realized how serious it is and actually helped me work out the issue that got me to that place to begin with. But my point is, I'm 27, and before Bill came and talked so openly and so courageously about his fears I never dared to talk about it either, I was ashamed of it and thought that people wouldn't understand anyways so why bother explaining (that part is still true, by the way. Only people with real anxiety know what it feels like to have your brain on lockdown) But hearing him talking about it and seeing people's reaction to it truly inspired me. I was so scared to talk about it that I only went to a doctor for anxiety medication a few months ago, and now I'm actually TELLING people that I have anxieties so I need their help and their patients with me and that's why I'm acting weird. And that wouldn't have been possible if it wasn't for him. He was sent here.
@@weasley2o13 I hope it's getting better now! I noticed your comment on another video. I suffer from anxiety too, it's getting a lot better after 4 years of therapy, I've learned to set boundaries and I feel fine. Just to tell you there's hope. The thing about meditation works, too.
Wow... what a beautiful sensitive genuine soul! I swear most artists/creatives have such kind hearted spirits and they tend to be the ones who battle the most internal struggles. Bill reminds me of an INFP personality like myself. Just hearing his story gives me so much comfort, as a person with crippling anxiety myself who has hopes of working in the arts someday. Such an incredible talent and sensitive soul, love Bill!
Great channel. All of the interviews are very laid back and real. You kinda feel like the celebrity is sitting in your living room shooting the shit. I think the black and white helps to accomplish that vibe. Great job.
That's actually an interesting idea. I might try some variation of that when I do presentations. I'm really proud of anyone who has this level of anxiety that pushes themselves to do it anyways. Some people will have such severe anxiety they throw up or get the runs or can even get really dizzy.
I read an article recently where Bill described his anxiety issues in detail. I am so glad he did this. It is something many of us can relate to.
It's really incredible that he was the glue on SNL for 8 years and always seemed so in control while he was actually battling panic attacks. I've had a couple panic attacks and when they are full blown you feel like you are dying or having a stroke and dissociate from reality. Maybe Bill's anxiety didn't quite tip over into that level or he just toughed it out and was somehow able to not only function but show off his wonderful comedic talent.
That's a amazing trick I'd try that thank you Bill
You also work on SNL?
psdstorm Yes, that's Keenan
Wow. I do the same thing, if I feel like I've screwed up already I feel freed up to do well, the anxiety drops away. Very cool to hear from Bill.
Funny, Mike Myers said he always felt he was about to be fired.
As we just saw with Pete Davidson, this is still a problem for SNL performers. Please be kind to folks suffering from anxiety and depression!!
The difference is Bill Hader is funny and a great performer
Except Pete Davidson is unlikable, so nobody cares how he feels.
@Joe Momma Agreed. His dad was too busy saying "Oh shit, it's falling on me!"
@Joe Momma dude has trauma ? And diagnosed BPD. Kids funny and talented he wouldn’t be there if he wasn’t
That was a flawless Paul impression. I know how good he is at impressions, but that just floored me. He’s a talented dude.
He could dub Paul McCartney's voice. That's how dead-on his impersonation is.
I have lived with Generalize Anxiety Disorder for 27 years. It hurts, but I think that people with the disorder have a lot of talent (I know, I am patting myself on the back)
Obey The Law agreed completely :) my GAD has definitely made me tap into my creative side a lot more.
Wow that’s incredible to hear that he was this anxious and still so clearly brilliant at his job. All extroverts are not alike..... 💭 (Love Bill Hader)
He always seems so confident in character. Can't remember whose roast it was but he played a military guy and I thought gee he's good and has a real presence. Who new?
Best Paul McCartney impression! Bill Hader is amazing. His new show on HBO is good too.
Bill Hader is a brilliant, versatile, and witty, comedian. It is not unusual for very smart people to have stage fright or anxiety. Fortunately, they have the brains to try and figure out the impetus, and deal with that issue. Having Paul McCartney as a supporter certainly helps as well.
I hate having anxiety, I’ve missed quite a few job opportunities because of not wanting to speak to crowds. I feel what he’s dealt with.
his impressions are the best! he is soooo confident on stage its crazy to hear how nervous he gets.... and very interesting to hear how he gets out of it!
I love these little Episodes!
Thank you Sam
That "ok paul mccartney" .. I lost it😂
His describing anxiety symptoms is spot on. I deal with the same things. I wish he still did SNL. He is hilarious
Greetings from Canada! We only have three seasons of your series on Netflix here. But, I stumbled across your channel last year and now I get your notifications for new videos. Really great series and so many memorable interview moments. Congrats to your crew and the folks bts!
I have no idea how I stumbled upon this series but I am glad that I did. This is good work and a good show, Thank You for it.
If you have anxiety, don't drink coffe. Paul McCartney has it right, I've had panic attacks, and all the times it was coffee triggering it and I didn't notice.
What you should do is calm your mind and body down. Caffeine releases cortisol, the stress hormone, and puts you in fight-or-flight mode. Magnesium everyday is a great way to calm. Add in some holy basil, ashwaganda and rhodiola. Deep breathing is free and really helps to trigger the parasympathetic nervous system.
I come to watch this whenever I can’t beat the feeling of anxiety
Like we often talk about in therapy for anxiety and obsessions and compulsions (and others, I'm sure), Bill intentionally exposed himself to his biggest fear (intentionally saying the wrong thing to open the game show), realized he was still fine, and was able to continue. That's awesome!
He seriously nails the Paul McCartney impression. Love these sit downs, so real.
so great to hear this. i suffer from anxiety and that help
He is such an incredible actor. Love all of his stuff and esp Barry
I love him so damn much.
Bill's such a great human. I genuinely enjoy hearing him talk about life.
I hope that someday I get to tell Bill Hader how much hope that this has given me for my future. Anxiety fucking sucks.
I wonder if Bill hader's anxiety is somehow connected to his humor.
people with anxiety tend to imagine all the many things that can go wrong in any given scenario, however unlikely those things are, which often causes them to overprepare. It can contribute to someone's amazing skills. Maybe it's part of why Bill Hader is so amazing; constant preparation.
Regardless of what percentage of his brilliance would be lost, if any, I wish an anxiety free existence for him. I hope he gets on the right medication. I bet he will be very glad he did.
they said Van Gogh suffered with depression and it contributed to His brilliant work. Well, whatever portion of his brilliance we would have lost if he had not been depressed, I wish we could have lost it. He deserved to be happy.
One of the funniest and seemingly humble, nice dudes to do that show. Him and Spade are both incredible interviews. Always a fan.
Yay!! Meditation!! Good for Bill Hader... awesome re Paul McCartney and Lorne Michaels. Both class acts in their own way. Love Bill Hader!! 💗
I struggle with anxiety as well and it's reassuring hearing somebody as naturally funny as Bill Hader struggles with it too
Interesting. I was the lead in a play with a big cast and was freaking out opening night. Another actor saw how nervous I was and basically told me I nailed it in rehearsals - I got this. That really helped. Sometimes all you need is an encouraging word.
I pace and shake my arms when I’m anxious. I can relate to that so much.
I remember him telling the story about his anxiety somewhere several years ago, and he said his then wife would come down to the studio and do lamaze breathing with him before he'd go on.
I had this problem In college before presentations. I would usually pretend to vomit “I’m sorry I’m a little nervous” a majority of the class would bust out laughing and I would be absolutely fine after that.
I love bill hader, he is VERRY funny and so relatable
Love his honesty.
It’s funny how anxiety shows itself. For some it’s events/people, public speaking, things going wrong in daily life, repairs in the home. It also expresses itself different in how it feels. For some it jitters, some it feels like ur skin has become sunburned, sweats, upset stomach, etc.
So fascinating, real and raw.
The best snl character. So much range!!
Bill = Global Treasure. Sam, your lovely manner, amazing interviewer. Big hugs!
I love Bill in interviews!
"A little bit of heroin." LOL
Bill Hader could read the owners manual for a Roomba and still be hilarious!
Self-Sabotage is something I’ve been dealing with for 30 years. You never get over it.
I would have never thought this! He seemed SO in control 🎙️
This was so beautiful
This is so relatable that it's kind of giving me an anxiety attack :')
In other words, he was cast perfectly as Fear in Inside Out. I had zero idea that he had even an ounce of anxiety. Glad this randomly popped up in my suggestions.
I'm really glad Sam Jones has gotten more views lately, he's a great interviewer. No bullshit, no weird quips, just easy back and forth.
WOW after so many successful years and thousands of great scenes and characters it’s amazing and really shocking his mind still so nervous and anxious but hey IT WORKS!! (For us all)
Wow. I know anxiety can be a bitch, I have anxiety disorder. I would have never guess Bill had anything close to that. Such a wonderful performer and possess variety of comedic genius! Absolutely love him.
Seriously such good advice Bill!! I’m going to use that with my own anxieties. Brilliant! New sub here👍🏼
No wonder I’m a Paul McCartney AND a Bill Hader fan!! 💕💕💕
omg think thats an ocd thing because so much of that mental game, the anxiety and the shaking the anxiety out of you especially the last part is very much what i have read and experienced wit ocd but then again maybe thats just anxiety.
Forget McCartney, Bill Haders little stage trick at the end to help his anxiety is BRILLIANT. What a smart idea! Fail immediately and move on. I love it.
wooow! that was an incredible Paul McCartney!!! this dude is soooooo fucking talented and underrated whyy???!
Oh my god I know it's been said already but that is an incredible Paul McCartney impression.
Lots of people saying they have anxiety here. I have to recommend, because it's helped me so much, Hilary Jacobs Hendel's book 'It's Not Always Depression.'
Other than that, whenever I've had to engage in public speaking, there's nothing like finding a private place beforehand and just shouting my head off. Calms me right down.
Public Speaking is one of the biggest fears out there. I have it but yet I still announce for baseball games and even perform in front of audiences. It is still tough after 30 years. I'm still looking for tricks to make it easier.
This guy and Paul are awesome
Bill Hader is one of my top favorite actors. I love that fact that Lorne Michaels told him that he could work at SNL as long as he wants. Lorne Michaels is an awesome person a runs SNL with very serious professionalism. I don't think that SNL will survive when Michaels passes.
I love that he talks about anxiety.
thank you bill hader for enduring all that suffering to bring us so much joy.
It's so nice to hear that Bill has these anxiety problems. I do the exact same thing when I have anxiety (pacing, flailing my arms, etc.) and to know that he was able to get over this is really relieving.
That last anecdote was weirdly just so...beautiful.