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The story behind Mike Myers's SNL 'elbows up' moment

The story behind Mike Myers's SNL 'elbows up' moment

CBC4 days ago
Mike Myers didn't plan to start a movement when he went 'elbows up' on Saturday Night Live. In conversation with The National, the Canadian actor and comedian told the CBC's Paul Hunter it was anger that motivated him to unzip his vest in the moment.
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