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More recently, Patterson landed a recurring role as Ms. Abbott inVice Principalsin 2016.

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Anything he did I would know how to go with, says Patterson.

And anything I did he would know how to go with, in a fun way.

Its calledThe Kevin Bacon Movie,and I think Danny will direct.

I dont know when well do it, but I do know well do it at some point.

He has such a knack for making it better every time.

I definitely know all those feelings.

What about your character Judy specifically?

Was anything from your life an inspiration behind the character?She doesnt come from anyone I know.

You started doing improv at the Hideout Theatre in Austin, right?

It was so exciting that I couldnt even contain my happiness and energy.

I think I had a base-level aptitude for improv.

I just kept doing it and doing it.

In the moment its not a lightning bolt.

And if you want to be really good, you have to know that you dont know anything.

You spent two weeks as a guest writer onSNLin 2013.

I cant remember who came maybe Colin Jost and a couple other people.

They did call to see what was up.

It messes your brain up, I think.

Thats my advice, if that makes any sense.

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