A founding member of the ‘Not Ready for Prime Time Players,’ Laraine Newman was a master of quirky, often bizarre characters. With her distinctive voice and sharp comedic instincts, she could play anything from the vapid, swinging teenager Sherry to the alien teenager in the Coneheads sketches. She was a key part of the ensemble that defined the show’s rebellious, counter-cultural tone. After leaving SNL, Newman carved out a remarkably successful and prolific career as a voice-over artist, land still shepherds young comedians through Groundlings, which she co-founded. She remains a beloved and integral part of the show’s pioneering history.