A respected stand-up comedian and writer, Laura Kightlinger was a featured player on SNL during the 1994-95 season. She was known for her ‘Weekend Update’ appearances, where she would comment on the news with her signature brand of dry, cynical wit. Her most memorable character was a disheveled, chain-smoking cashier who would offer terrible advice. After her single season, Kightlinger went on to have a successful career as a television writer and producer.