Don Pardo Tribute: ‘Saturday Night Live’ Announcer's Top 5 Funniest Pop Culture Moments! [Watch Videos]
In honor of "the voice of Saturday Night Live," this is the perfect opportunity to check out what made Don Pardo such a memorable announcer for the radio age and the television variety sketch show. Not once did the longtime announcer ever lose his sense of humor before he passed way at the age of 96.
While not many people actually knew Dominick George Pardo's face, practically every listener can recognize his voice. From Eddie Murphy to Tina Fey, the announcer started off every episode of SNL naming the top celebrities in entertainment. Here are the top 5 funniest moments of Pardo's career.
5) Saturday Night Live
In the video, Pardo remembers the exact moment when Lorne Michaels told him he was hired. With heavy competition standing next to him, the Jeopardy announcer found his groove to make himself different. Back then, he never expected to variety show to last so long and become a household staple.
4) Darrell Hammond
When Pardo's voice was hurting from laryngitis, the Epic Movie actor stepped in. Rather than play it as himself, the impressionist imitated the Radio Days star, fooling the entire audience. Even Hammond realized his co-star's voice was difficult to copy.
3) The Price Is Right
In front of the live audience, the Price Is Right announcer celebrated the announcement of his baby girl. The proud father also participated in the laugh-out-loud skits for the game show.
2) Weird Al Yakovic
The Word Crimes singer composed a song spoofing game shows. In the music video for I Lost On Jeopardy, Weird Al has just failed to bring in the cash prize. Prado names everything that the contestant could have won, including a case of turtle wax.
1) 30 Rock
Who better to announce a live airing of 30 Rock than Prado himself? Watch the SNL alums reunite for this witty promo as they banter back and forth, breaking the fourth wall. Prado's sense of comedic timing with Tina Fey's made them a perfect team.
Don Prado will be surely missed, but his voice work will continue living a long-lasting legacy. Readers, do you have a favorite moment from Saturday Night Live?