Molly Shannon on Forgiving Her Father for a Family Tragedy

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  • Опубликовано: 13 сен 2024
  • Molly Shannon tells Howard how she came to forgive her father for causing the accident that killed her family and how he came out to her at 72 years old.
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Комментарии • 280

  • @howardstern
    @howardstern  2 года назад +10

    Stream the FULL interview now on SiriusXM: sxm.app.link/HSMollyShannon

  • @kristiriley
    @kristiriley 2 года назад +447

    Just when you thought that you couldn't possibly love & adore Molly Shannon any more. She's an incredible human!

  • @Rainy_Day12234
    @Rainy_Day12234 2 года назад +768

    Overcoming tragedy without being emotionally scarred forever is a triumph of the human spirit. Molly we love you.

    • @tallcoolone09
      @tallcoolone09 2 года назад +9

      And without medication.

    • @teejayjax
      @teejayjax 2 года назад +23

      @@tallcoolone09 Not that medication makes overcoming tragedy, trials and tribulations any less admirable.

    • @Gabe94dotcom
      @Gabe94dotcom 2 года назад +8

      She is amazing

    • @tammybrown4901
      @tammybrown4901 2 года назад +5

      I love her

    • @welhynole4082
      @welhynole4082 2 года назад +18

      I wouldn’t say she’s not scarred. She’s definitely traumatized, she just doesn’t let the past control her life

  • @sue233
    @sue233 2 года назад +529

    What a wonderfully compassionate woman and what a tremendous interview.

    • @josephkelley8641
      @josephkelley8641 2 года назад +4

      Me I was gasping had no idea this was Molly's walk/path

    • @roberthamill1277
      @roberthamill1277 Год назад +4

      I agree, he conducted this interview masterfully, straightforward, with compassion and understanding. I believe that his empathy was doing the speaking. Well done, one of his best. Bless you, Molly.

    • @IndepenisDay
      @IndepenisDay Год назад

      Molly is the best

  • @birdy1numnum
    @birdy1numnum 2 года назад +523

    Molly is such a delight...even with this tragic story, she is just an outstanding and lovely woman.

    • @TOCC50
      @TOCC50 2 года назад +1

      68 or 69

    • @journalshopcanada
      @journalshopcanada 2 года назад +1

      I was just thinking that too!🥰 So lovely!

    • @michelebenedosso3899
      @michelebenedosso3899 2 года назад +2

      There by the grace of God… ❤️❤️

    • @josephkelley8641
      @josephkelley8641 2 года назад +1

      Very Classy - noticed this on Molly's great hike with Kevin Nealon - and on
      Kevin's You Tube hiking show: Hiking with Kevin.

  • @BelleTolles
    @BelleTolles 2 года назад +275

    If only everyone could have her level of empathy. I hope she takes care of herself and her feelings too.

    • @josephkelley8641
      @josephkelley8641 2 года назад +3

      People with a lot of therapy know this to be imperative, but
      great point LifeSavor ASMR: "Takes care of herself and her feelings."
      -so unselfish Molly.

  • @biancalauren4981
    @biancalauren4981 2 года назад +222

    Wow. A whole new respect for her ability to stay positive, kind, and spread laughter. I can’t imagine losing your whole family at once

    • @realphilg
      @realphilg Год назад

      exactly what she's looking for.

  • @mocuishle1028
    @mocuishle1028 2 года назад +88

    She was amazing in “Promising Young Woman”. How she managed to survive such an unimaginable tragedy, is a testament to her strength.

  • @Jeremy-rq5rb
    @Jeremy-rq5rb 2 года назад +100

    Molly is an awesome human being. Her openness to discuss such a tragedy is refreshing.

  • @joelshoemaker4908
    @joelshoemaker4908 2 года назад +96

    the levels of trauma are incredible, and her ability to process it remarkable.

  • @maxwellchristofferson9281
    @maxwellchristofferson9281 Год назад +57

    I aspire to reach Molly's level of empathy and compassion. Wonderful person.

  • @michelerocks167
    @michelerocks167 2 года назад +133

    I love Molly Shannon. She brings it every time she is on screen.

    • @kimsegal3709
      @kimsegal3709 2 года назад +7

      Love her she is a class act

  • @EN-mh6sr
    @EN-mh6sr 2 года назад +41

    This is a wonderful level of empathy from Howard.

  • @SENTIENT.7
    @SENTIENT.7 2 года назад +22

    Her audiobook was the best thing I have listened to in recent years. A must!!! She's so talented and it's so heartwarming.

  • @joserizal1202
    @joserizal1202 2 года назад +88

    She’s so sweet and genuine.

  • @jakehendriksen2841
    @jakehendriksen2841 2 года назад +90

    I've always thought Molly is an amazing performer, but Molly the person may actually be even more compelling than her characters. Great interview.

  • @lissa755
    @lissa755 2 года назад +33

    I admire her so much.I stewed in my bullshit negative thought process for years and years about my family trauma.I wish I could of been stronger.The way Molly handled everything that happened in her family is amazing.

    • @chillarypuff
      @chillarypuff Год назад +1

      You're doing your best! I hope you find love and healing ❤️

  • @au-ni6ejsas
    @au-ni6ejsas 2 года назад +142

    What a fascinating woman with an unbelievable story

  • @llamedica
    @llamedica 2 года назад +57

    MS is impressive, she just oozes humanity and grace.

  • @thomasszymanski1107
    @thomasszymanski1107 2 года назад +78

    Such compassion, empathy and grace. Molly is a good soul in every way.

  • @rhymeandreasoning
    @rhymeandreasoning 2 года назад +38

    Her doing the audiobook of her book is going to be too good. I can totally hear her already reading her book. Love her so much

  • @taintedlove202
    @taintedlove202 2 года назад +22

    I have always loved Molly…she is so funny, beautiful and brutally honest. I will watch anything she is in. 💕💕💕💕

  • @elizabethharttley4073
    @elizabethharttley4073 2 года назад +9

    Well Howard, you did good here, thanks for being gentle and real, this time.

  • @dewilew2137
    @dewilew2137 2 года назад +16

    Howard asked, “how could you tell your dad was gay”, then immediately they showed a picture, and I’m like, girl, I don’t know him and I CAN TELL HES GAY. 😅
    Bless him ♥️♥️♥️

    • @EMVelez
      @EMVelez Год назад +1

      Seriously.

  • @demonicsweaters
    @demonicsweaters 2 года назад +12

    fascinating conversation. This is why Howard is still one of the best interviewers.

  • @Christine-xl9ti
    @Christine-xl9ti 2 года назад +34

    She's a wonderful human, I just love her!

  • @JeremyYost
    @JeremyYost Год назад +8

    We listened to Molly’s book on Audible while we were on a long drive. It was so good!!!

  • @nlabanok
    @nlabanok 2 года назад +40

    Tragic accident that must have taken a large part of her heart away at such a young age...that she became such a bright life is a tribute to her of course but also those around her as she grew up.

  • @MM-cy1tc
    @MM-cy1tc 2 года назад +25

    THIS WAS AN AMAZING INTERVIEW!

  • @VideoAmericanStyle
    @VideoAmericanStyle 2 года назад +12

    A reminder that comedy often comes from the depths of despair and trauma. It’s our way to cope with the horrors of life. And why it is so important to preserve a space for it in society.

  • @josephkelley8641
    @josephkelley8641 2 года назад +10

    So strong, Molly --- the family's Bonding_Agent. Amazing how kind/gentle a human
    being Howard's become. Therapy works. Serious respect about how seriously Howard
    took therapeutic intervention. Led me and thousands others there.

  • @carrieblack7952
    @carrieblack7952 2 года назад +5

    I just think Molly is a wonderful🌷🌷I can’t imagine what she experienced but it amazing how she chose brightness, happiness and laughter in her life to share with all of us.

  • @garymcaleer6112
    @garymcaleer6112 2 года назад +19

    Forgiveness will vanquish any emotional burden. Years ago my wife adored Molly and Ana's "Delicious Dish."

  • @kg9831
    @kg9831 Год назад +10

    Molly is triumph after trauma. She is my hero in every way ❤

  • @meoohmy3231
    @meoohmy3231 2 года назад +17

    What an incredible interview!…Molly Shannon is just an amazing person.

  • @douglaswild3852
    @douglaswild3852 2 года назад +5

    Wow!! With every interview I see with her I want to read her book more!! What a lovely COMPASSIONATE, talented woman!! 💗

    • @lizi.2503
      @lizi.2503 2 года назад

      Did you get it yet?!

  • @romendez78
    @romendez78 2 года назад +8

    Molly, if you’re reading this you’ve saved many lives, you bring me hope

  • @Lizwindsor
    @Lizwindsor 2 года назад +35

    I love these two! Thank you for your insight into the LGBT community. Two compassionate, intelligent people!

  • @ghlee2300
    @ghlee2300 2 года назад +20

    Great interview

  • @LifeInMontana
    @LifeInMontana 2 года назад +10

    I haven't bought a book for a long time. Until today. Thank you Howard, and God Bless you Mary Katherine Gallagher. I mean Molly Shannon.

  • @bumsharvest5493
    @bumsharvest5493 2 года назад +6

    Wow. That little clip was amazing on many different levels.

  • @Sketcher93
    @Sketcher93 2 года назад +4

    A magnificent triumph over tragedy. We all have everything we need to overcome. But not everyone finds their way to truth. Kudos to your courage, Molly.

  • @justineking7
    @justineking7 2 года назад +4

    Molly, you are so, so awesome. You are magnanimous and compassionate....and you are a delight!

    • @lizi.2503
      @lizi.2503 2 года назад

      MAGNANIMOUS* THAT'S the word I'm looking for for her. Also Howard understands homosexuality because uhm well he seems kind of fluid himself.

  • @Followmybliss777
    @Followmybliss777 Год назад +1

    Wow to have such compassion is amazing.

  • @raywood4223
    @raywood4223 2 года назад +12

    Super empath you touch us because you care. Love your smile, hugs to you . 🐱‍🏍🐱‍🏍🐱‍🏍

  • @MakeupMobster
    @MakeupMobster 2 года назад +14

    Oh my god this is such a tragedy. Bless her for being able to forgive.

  • @mishellefuller7681
    @mishellefuller7681 2 года назад +5

    She’s a very beautiful soul. ❤️

  • @amir4r803
    @amir4r803 2 года назад +3

    Blessings, Molly, thank you for sharing!

  • @gastondeveaux3783
    @gastondeveaux3783 Год назад +5

    Two amazing people. Imagine how far Howard has come from having farters and all sorts of weirdos on his show early on, the more shocking the better, to this heartfelt, meaningful interview with Molly Shannon. Absolutely brilliant.

  • @Ilkvomit
    @Ilkvomit 2 года назад +33

    So many people were great on SNL and Molly was definitely one I was hoping would go on to superstardom. Her and Cheri Oteri were my favs that kind of just disappeared

    • @dhurley8522
      @dhurley8522 2 года назад +3

      I loved Cheri too…
      This was a great interview 🙌🏻

    • @apartmentgroup9671
      @apartmentgroup9671 2 года назад +3

      @@jon8004 Yes, she's done fine -- no, she isn't a superstar, but she's been a regular working actress in TV and movies for years, and that's more than most can say.

  • @TheBOG3
    @TheBOG3 2 года назад +7

    Molly is someone that everyone needs as a BFF.

  • @moreofawave
    @moreofawave 2 года назад +6

    Such a great human being.

  • @chrissydavis4547
    @chrissydavis4547 2 года назад +27

    Molly is both humbling and admirable to be able to turn shit into honey and always able to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

  • @melindamorrison4010
    @melindamorrison4010 Год назад +1

    Such a fan! She is tremendous and so kind ❤!

  • @thefactsoflife1093
    @thefactsoflife1093 2 года назад +4

    What a fantastic human being. Please may we learn from her. Thank you Molly for everything.

  • @christinehyde5448
    @christinehyde5448 2 года назад +5

    Howard is the best interviewer!

  • @ST-rj8iu
    @ST-rj8iu Год назад +1

    Howard Stern knows how to listen! I am not always his biggest fan, but he really did a good job interviewing Molly

  • @albertburrola6612
    @albertburrola6612 2 года назад +7

    Amazing interview! The best ever

  • @johnnypunish
    @johnnypunish 2 года назад +4

    Molly is an awesome treasure. She shines so bright

  • @trishbrady8556
    @trishbrady8556 2 года назад +2

    Well done, Howard and Molly you are so very loved, brave and just so wonderful.

  • @nycrawgirl
    @nycrawgirl 2 года назад +4

    What a story! I’m in awe of her.

  • @PWEKingDanParadox
    @PWEKingDanParadox Год назад

    I rang her up when I was a salesman at furniture store. So humble and personable. After hearing this story, more love and respect for Molly.

  • @margotbw4660
    @margotbw4660 2 года назад +2

    To go on and accomplish so much. Shes amazing and an inspiration!

  • @ericryanyawl9401
    @ericryanyawl9401 Год назад +7

    Imagine if we were all as passionate as this woman.

  • @dayo8843
    @dayo8843 3 месяца назад

    I was surprised by that in her book, too. It’s an excellent book. Highly recommend.

  • @nancilane5069
    @nancilane5069 2 года назад +3

    I heard this story a number of years ago. Her story is just horrific. Molly is a wonderful, amazing person....

  • @carmengeorgeweddings3906
    @carmengeorgeweddings3906 2 года назад +6

    Great interview. Love her.

  • @mak587
    @mak587 2 года назад +5

    Wonderful Molly. All that tragedy and still beautiful inside.

  • @lisaanderson4960
    @lisaanderson4960 2 года назад +4

    Love Molly! Great actress and such an inspiration!!! Her book is fascinating!

  • @stephonlove3183
    @stephonlove3183 2 года назад +7

    Please release more full interviews on RUclips. I promise you won't lose a subscriber for adding one or two full interviews. You might gain some!

  • @dreamcatcher5502
    @dreamcatcher5502 2 года назад +3

    Thank you for telling your story Molly !! You are such a brave, beautiful and talented woman but what makes you shine is how human and big hearted you are !! Love you !! ❤🥰

  • @dannywennberg9902
    @dannywennberg9902 5 месяцев назад

    Wow what an awesome woman! Funny, loving and forgiving ❤

  • @SweptAway529
    @SweptAway529 2 года назад +6

    Love Molly - great interview!

  • @JimmiAlli
    @JimmiAlli 2 года назад +5

    She is absolutely fabulous in Year of the Dog - such compassion. I learned how to raise a dog from her.

  • @jeffdawson2786
    @jeffdawson2786 Год назад

    Molly is so fun and creative ALL the time. I could listen to her forever.

  • @rbyrby4026
    @rbyrby4026 2 года назад +3

    Just an incredible interview

  • @xBINARYGODx
    @xBINARYGODx 2 года назад +5

    You really need to upload the unedited version of this.

  • @stzyp
    @stzyp 2 года назад +2

    This whole interview was amazing. I love Molly

  • @kellyharper8072
    @kellyharper8072 2 года назад +2

    Love her. She’s a great actress. 😘 One of my favorites from SNL.

  • @marisawinter4464
    @marisawinter4464 Год назад

    Thank you for your humor and gift of making us laugh. We love you Molly Shannon.

  • @kichigan1
    @kichigan1 Год назад +1

    I have to buy this book.

  • @citrine65
    @citrine65 2 года назад +2

    I'm reading her book now, it's good.

  • @philspill6854
    @philspill6854 2 года назад +1

    I couldn't imagine going through that😮 Much 💓

  • @meganhale3310
    @meganhale3310 Год назад

    Wow o have to read her story. I had no idea she had such tragedy in her family. What an inspiration her personal journey and acceptance are.

  • @gusrgutierrez
    @gusrgutierrez 2 года назад +3

    Had to buy the book after seeing this interview.

  • @mikemyros4142
    @mikemyros4142 2 года назад +2

    Wonderful composure and compassion from Howard here as to not make this topic comical....

  • @ginb981
    @ginb981 2 года назад +2

    Very very interesting, and I love Molly Shannon! 💗

  • @oneytemple2739
    @oneytemple2739 2 года назад +15

    Judd Apatow needs to make her book a movie.

  • @autumnwind1216
    @autumnwind1216 2 года назад +3

    I want to read this book.

  • @room156dronevids3
    @room156dronevids3 2 года назад +9

    Damn that was a lot of different feelings within 5 minutes.

  • @Hansprivate
    @Hansprivate Год назад +1

    Jesus! There are tragedies and then there’s this! This is the very definition of grace!

  • @wisecat11
    @wisecat11 Год назад

    Everything about Molly Shannon is warm & wonderful. The kind of gal you’d loved to have as a close friend.

  • @paranoidhumanoid
    @paranoidhumanoid Год назад

    Pure comedic talent and pure grace...

  • @JasonsGuitarJams
    @JasonsGuitarJams 2 года назад +3

    Molly is such a beautiful woman. Love her.

  • @lynndenault8198
    @lynndenault8198 2 года назад +2

    before seatbelts too. I agree with Molly about 1968. Most people would drink and drive without a lot of thought.

  • @laurafedora5385
    @laurafedora5385 Год назад +2

    Forgiveness is something you do for yourself ❤

  • @gnlilu6972
    @gnlilu6972 Год назад

    I want to have a conversation with this woman. She is amazing!

  • @alltogetherfitandproper4252
    @alltogetherfitandproper4252 2 года назад +4

    Damn, Molly. I’m gonna read your book now.

  • @michelleeggers719
    @michelleeggers719 Год назад +2

    Molly is such a wonderful person.

  • @kbo730
    @kbo730 Год назад

    I love Molly Shannon. Just love her, even more so now. God bless her.