Nearly 25 Years After Close Friend?s Demise, Chris Rock Akins Comedian to Michael Jordan in Heartwarming Note: ?Just? Give Him the Ball?

Renowned comedian and actor Chris Rock recently paid a tribute to his comedic genius friend who lost his life nearly 25 years ago. Rock gained recognition as a cast member on sketch comedy and variety show, Saturday Night Live from 1990 to 1993. He has three Grammys and four Primetime Emmy Awards along with a Golden Globe Award. Recently, the reputed comedian compared his late friend Chris Farley with Michael Jordan in a heartwarming note.

David Spade and Dana Carvey are set to release a two-part tribute special on?Fly on the Wall, dedicated to former SNL star Chris Farley, who passed away in December 1997. During the special episode, the co-hosts will be joined by stars like Chris Rock, Adam Sandler, Conan O’Brien, Bo Derek, Mike Myers, Jim Belushi, and Jon Lovitz.

Chris Rock compares Farley with Michael Jordan

In a recent preview of the upcoming podcast, Chris Rock took a journey back to the memory lane as he talked about the legacy that his close friend Farley left behind. Rock revealed that he never felt like he was competing with Chris Farley during their time together at SNL. Moreover, he gave an insight into the late comedian’s brilliance, and how he was way ahead of all the others at SNL.

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Chris Rock said, “It was a competitive environment. But no one was competing with Farley. No one even thought you know what I mean? It was just like he was Michael Jordan and give him the ball.”

Rock greatly praised the skills that Farley possessed by comparing him with Michael Jordan, who was in a league of his own in the 90s.

Rock expresses admiration for Farley’s talents

The award-winning actor was curious about what Farley could have achieved if he were alive. Rock suggested that he could see his late friend play a part in Adam Sandler’s Uncut Gems.?He applauded Farley’s acting skills and felt sad about his demise.

Farley rose to prominence as a cast member of?Saturday Night Live for five seasons from 1990-1995. He also appeared in several movies, including, Airheads, Tommy Boy, and Black Sheep, among others. However, Farley struggled with obesity and substance abuse problems.

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Unfortunately, the respected comedian passed away due to a drug overdose at the age of 33 in 1997. Meanwhile, Rock definitely felt his close friend’s absence and compared his excellence with Michael Jordan.